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Custodial Worker (Housekeeping) NA-02

Department of the Army
United States Army Installation Management Command
USAG Ansbach - FMWR, Army Lodging, Ansbach/Germany
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Summary

This position is located at Army Lodging in Ansbach.

Incentives and Bonuses

  • Incentives will not be paid.

Overview

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Job canceled
Open & closing dates
10/21/2025 to 10/24/2025
Salary
$17.60 to - $20.54 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NA 2
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Ansbach, Germany
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent - Flex-20 with 20 guaranteed hours per week, may provide logistical support
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
O4NAFJJ-25-12820730
Control number
848513300

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Clarification from the agency

United States (U.S.) Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

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  • Cleans rooms, corridors, stairways, and other areas. Sweeps, mops, vacuums, dusts, scrubs, washes and polishes fixtures and furniture, walls, lanai glass and doors, equipment and furnishings in assigned guest rooms and other areas.
  • Makes beds and changes out bed spreads, blankets, and linens. Add extra pillows as required. Cleans headboard, headboard light, door trim stains and marks. Cleans the louvers closet door. Cleans, disinfects and deodorizes bathrooms.
  • Remove stains from basins and toilets. Remove mildew from tub and shower. Clean toilet edges. Clean shower head and coffee maker. Cleans lanai railing and the lanai track for sliding door. Wipes bird matter from lanai and lanai furniture.
  • Replaces missing items in guest room. Empties trash and restocks room condiments and supplies. Clean refreshment cabinet. Maintains cart of supplies. Refills amenities utility.
  • Ensures rooms are locked after cleaning and released for guest use if acceptable. Treats guests courteously and professionally. Notifies supervisors of matters requiring immediate attention.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Must be able to work rotating shift, to include weekends and holidays.
  • Must meet physical requirements of the position. Immunizations may be required as a condition of employment for the health and safety of those in the facility.
  • Care is required to avoid serious injury when working on ladders to clean hard to reach places and when moving furniture or using powered equipment.
  • Must be able to communicate verbally and written in the English language.
  • Required standing and walking on hard and carpeted surfaces with some bending, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling of items. The wheeled utility cart can weigh up to 269 pounds.
  • Exposed to dirt and disagreeable odors, and to skin irritations from strong cleaning solutions.
  • Works is usually performed indoors in areas that have adequate heat, light, and ventilation.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

1. Prior work experience that provided the knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties listed above to include the ability to use and maintain the tools and equipment of the trade, to keep the assigned work area neat and clean.
2. Must possess good customer service skills in order to interact with people.
3. Preferred is responsible work experience in the hospitality industry that demonstrated the ability to perform the duties as stated above with minimal supervision.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Must have the ability to follow instructions and read signs.
Must have a basic knowledge of common cleaning solvents, cleaning tools, and equipment.
Must know the proper uses of a variety of special cleaning and sanitizing solutions, and must be able to remove different kinds of stains from a wide variety of surfaces.
Must be able to troubleshoot, make adjustments, and perform minor repair and maintenance of equipment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration

  • This job is open to candidates who are within the local commuting area of Ansbach. The surrounding/commuting area is within approximately 100 miles and includes the communities of Hohenfels, Grafenwoehr, and Vilseck (Military Spouse Preference (MSP), Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) and Family Member Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration).
Manual Application Option
  • If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form.
  • Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 15:00 CEST on 10/24/2025 to ensure timely processing.
  • Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating.
PCS Costs
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
Allowances and Differentials
  • This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week - whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM.
  • Foreign overseas allowances, post allowance, and differentials will not be paid.
  • Employment overseas provides a lot of additional benefits and entitlements. For information please contact Ops 1-Europe Recruitment Branch at usarmy.wiesbaden.hqda-cpac.mbx.naf@army.mil.
  • Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program. For more information, go to https://www.militaryonesource.mil/special-needs/efmp/.
Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities:
  • After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date.
Discover Your Path to Success Overseas Employment Eligibility
  • U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement.
  • In NATO countries employment of non-U.S. citizens under U.S. conditions is restricted by the NATO SOFA to individuals who are nationals of a NATO country. These individuals may not be employed under U.S. employment conditions in the country of their citizenship.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your Application Matters: How We Will Review It

We want to help you put your best foot forward! Please take time to carefully follow all application instructions - missing information or skipped steps could impact your eligibility.

  • Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed to see how well your experience and qualifications align with the requirements listed in this announcement. This includes your resume, supporting documents, and responses to the assessment questionnaire.
  • We will consider your responses to our application questionnaire.
  • If you're tentatively qualified, we'll take a closer look to ensure your questionnaire responses match the experience reflected in your resume and documentation.
Note: If it's later found that qualifications or experience were overstated, it may affect your consideration for the position - so honesty and clarity are key.

Understanding Eligibilities: What You Can Claim When Applying

When you apply for a federal position through USAJOBS or USA Staffing, you may be eligible for selection preference or priority consideration based on your background or status. These eligibilities can improve your chances of being considered or referred for a position.

Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim one or more of the following eligibilities:
  • NAF Preference 1 Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Preference 2 Involuntarily Separated From the Military (ISMP)
  • NAF Preference 3 Family Member Preference (FMP) (Foreign OCONUS ONLY)
  • NAF Priority Consideration 1 Business Based Action (BBA)
  • NAF Priority Consideration 2 Former NAF Employee (FNE)/Current NAF (CNE)/Current APF Employee (CAE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration 3 Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV) (Includes spouses and parents)


Tip: Be sure to review each eligibility question carefully and provide the required documentation. Claiming an eligibility without proper support may affect your application status. Looking for more details? Refer to the Who Gets Initial Consideration (Selection Preferences) and the What Other Considerations are Available sections of our Applicant Information Kit.

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