Department: Department of Defense
Location(s): Camp Pendleton, California
Salary Range: $18.47 - $21.55 Per Hour
Job Summary: About the Position: This position is with the Defense Health Agency, Naval Hospital, Housekeeping Department, Camp Pendleton, San Diego, California. This position is restricted to persons entitled to Veterans' Preference; if there are no Veteran's preference eligible applicants available, non- preference applicants may be considered.
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Qualifications: Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) CUSTODIAL WORKER ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common custodial, janitorial, and housekeeping activities within a large hospital setting. I am skilled in loading supply carts and ensuring that adequate cleaning materials and equipment are available to do the job. Cleaning, disinfecting, and deodorizes lavatories, urinals, and toilet bowls. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Dexterity and Safety Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) Physical Effort: The job requires physical effort such as that involved combination scrubber-vacuum machines, vacuum cleaners, lightweight buffers, dust mops and lightweight powered scrubbing machines. Continually standing, bending, climbing, stooping and reaching; frequently lifting and emptying the trash chute and pushing carts loaded with trash. Incumbent must be able lift and carry 45 pounds, pull equipment for 4 hours, push equipment for 4 hours, reach above shoulder height, use fingers, use both hands, walk for 8 hours, stand for 8 hours, work inside, work outside, kneel, bend repeatedly, work with both legs, work on slippery surfaces, work on uneven surfaces, work around heavy machines with moving parts, use eyes to determine shades, work with vibrating machinery, and work around water, and must be able to work alone or with a team of co-workers. Incumbent must be able to work in and around dust, chemicals, fumes, allergens and odors. Incumbents to meet the functional requirements identified on pre-employment medical examination. Near vision correctable to Jaeger Card #2 at 14" Distant vision correctable to 20/40 in one eye. Working Conditions: The housekeeper works indoors in areas that normally have adequate heat, light, and ventilation, except when dumping trash. There is a chance of slips or falls on stripped or waxed floors. Cuts, bruises and exposure to infectious disease in cleaning isolation rooms are possible. Disposing of contaminated and infectious waste is required. Is exposed to conditions inherent in cleaning tasks described such as chapped hands or other irritation from working with cleaning agents, some of which are of strong chemical composition. Protective devices, such as safety glasses, gloves, etc, are issued and available for use as required by Standard Operating Procedures. Management reserves the right to rotate staff members from areas of responsibility to reach command goals and maintain adequate coverage throughout the facility.
How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/19/2025to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12837808). Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete. It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/applicant/profile/dashboard/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.
Application Deadline: 2025-12-19