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Indian Health Service

Custodial Worker

Department of Health and Human Services · Dulce, New Mexico

Salary
$18.30 - $21.35 per hour
Pay grade
WG-2
Schedule
Full-time
Appointment
Permanent
Opened
Oct 22, 2026
Closes
Dec 31, 2026
Remote
No
Telework eligible
No
Security clearance
Other
Promotion potential
None
Announcement
IHS-27-HQ-13090783-ESEP/MP

Who may apply: Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL) · Family of overseas employees · Competitive service · Excepted service · Individuals with disabilities · Land and base management · Military spouses · National Guard and reserves

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Summary

This position is located in the Housekeeping Department of the Jicarilla Service Unit in Dulce, New Mexico. The incumbent is responsible for a full range of housekeeping duties. Housekeeping functions are within the main building as well as the exterior building on the campus. The incumbent reports to the Supervisory General Supply Specialist. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Duties

  • Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Custodian/Housekeeping Total Compensation Clean and disinfect assigned offices, corridors, patient care areas, dormitories, restrooms, and storage rooms in accordance with established standards and guidelines. Maintain floors, furniture, fixtures, windows, walls, and other surfaces using appropriate cleaning methods and equipment. Sanitize restrooms, replenish supplies, empty wastebaskets, and collect and deliver linen. Report maintenance issues to the supervisor or designated personnel. Safely operate and maintain cleaning equipment, perform minor equipment maintenance, and use ladders or scaffolds when required.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. WAGE GRADE STATEMENT Candidates for this position will be evaluated under the Federal Wage System (FWS) Job Grading Standards. Applicants will be rated in the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Each of the job elements must be addressed on the on-line assessment questionnaire in order for the applicant to be rated for the position. Your resume must reflect the answers to your on-line assessment questionnaire. NOTE: Competition for Custodial Worker positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment. You must meet all qualification requirements by the respective cut-off day of rating to be eligible for consideration.

Education

There are no education requirements.

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