As a working leader, the incumbent of this position will lead 10 or more Housekeeping Aids, WG-3566- 02 in general housekeeping, specialized housekeeping, linen distribution and linen management, waste management, pest management, and Bed Management System (BMS) duties. He/she will work under the direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor. When not leading, the incumbent will perform general housekeeping duties within Environmental Management Service line.
Leads a wide variety of project assignments with a high degree of independence requiring only minimal supervision. Projects may involve other employees or be performed independently. Initiates tasks or projects at a pace which will ensure completion within required time frames by motivating staff and maintaining an even flow of work activity, assuring that each employee assigned will be productive in accomplishing tasks.
Assures that employees practice established aseptic and safety techniques and those employees operate equipment and use chemicals according to standard safety practices. Ensures that employees maintain proper working techniques and standards. Be aware of standards, policy or methods in obtaining work-related information from the supervisor, written guidelines, or industry sources.
Have the knowledge of and be able to perform all the duties associated within the Environmental Care and linen distribution service including high risk specialized areas such as operating room suites, sterile processing service, pharmacy dean room, etc. Be able to interpret directions from manufactured products, follow instructions and carry out the mission of the Service.
Inspect employee's work by performing quality assurance checks of linen distribution operations, EMS and BMS operations, and environmental care services and give technical advice on unusual situations. Understands and analyzes staffing practices to maximize potential for efficiency and quality and advises the supervisor on the progress of planned goals and reports reasons for delays and recommends solutions. Provide equipment and supplies to accomplish tasks.
Ensures that all equipment is cleaned at the end of the shift and that equipment and supplies are returned to storage. Ensures that all established environmental care, infection control, uniform distribution, sanitation, bed management, infection control, waste management, and pest management operation guidelines are followed.
Ensures that all linen items are distributed to all delivery locations and quantity of linen distributed is in compliance with daily par levels; and that soil linen is collected per schedules as well as coordinates linen pick-up and delivery with processing facility and customers. Provides training to housekeeping aids and others as requested. Training may require development of material for presentation. Incumbent performs Housekeeping Aid Duties, when not leading.
Work Schedule: Full time; Needs of the Service to include Weekends and Holidays Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid (Leader) / PD07739A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
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Armon.Franklin@va.gov · (843) 577-5011
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $20.77 – $24.22/hr.
Applications close on 2026-11-16.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-07 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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