Janitor Rpa 116425

Job Title: Janitor RPA 116425
PP-SRS-GRD: W-3566-02
Location: RAF Lakenheath
Vacancy Number: VA23 48 FSS RPA 116425
Open Date: 17 January 2024
Close Date 31 January 2024
Work Hour Per Week 39
Salary (Per Hour) £10.73-£11.75 age 23 and over/£10.49-£11.47 age 22 and under

** Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement **

Main Purpose

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Janitors at the 48th Force Support Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom.

The primary purpose of this position is to perform the full range of janitorial duties in an assigned area consisting of offices, corridors, restrooms, bathrooms, laundry rooms, stairways, facilities and other areas. You will scrub, strip, wax and polish floors using industrial-type power equipment. Report any maintenance problems, water leaks, clogged drains and other conditions requiring maintenance to the supervisor. Advises supervisor when more supplies are needed or when equipment needs repair or replacement. Collects all dirty linen from housekeeping carts, take to the linen room to sort and put into the appropriate bins ready for collection. Collect refuse, including recyclable items, and take to the skips located near buildings. Perform seasonal tasks as required such as shoveling snow, applying ice control material to entrances and walkways around assigned buildings and may occasionally work on ladders. Pick up leaves and litter around buildings, keep entrances and around assigned buildings neat and tidy. Performs other related duties as required.

If you’re looking for a challenging, gratifying career supporting the US Visiting Forces in the United Kingdom -- this job is for you; apply today!

Knowledge and Experience Required- Applicants must demonstrate the following:

1. Knowledge of operating and making adjustments to power cleaning equipment.

2. Knowledge of the proper uses of a variety of special cleaning and sanitizing solutions

3. Knowledge of how to remove different kinds of stains from a wide variety of surfaces.

4. Ability to clean to a satisfactory standard.

5. Ability to complete daily checklists and reports.

Other Important Information

• Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies. 1
• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training. Position may be coded as mission essential.
• A 6–month probationary period will be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training.

1.Will be required to have a pre-employment physical examination.

2.Physical effort includes heavy lifting 50 pounds or more, pushing and moving furniture.

3.Usually works indoors and occasionally outdoors.

4. Care must be taken and safety equipment used when in contact with strong cleaning agents, rubber gloves will be provided. Incumbent will wear prescribed clothing provided at all times while on duty.

5. Incumbent will wear prescribed clothing provided at all times while on duty.

6. The position will include exposure to pets/pet environments.

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays, year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
• Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free on-site parking
• Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment
• Development opportunities available
• Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
• Free access to on-site gym facilities

Who Can Apply

• Citizens of the U.K., Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.
• Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
• Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.
• Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.
• This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement.
• For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

How To Apply
Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website; https://www.mildenhall.af.mil/Portals/9/documents/civ_pers/AFD-150724-024.pdf?ver=2016-04-28-085219410.

All applications must submit the following documents to be received prior to the closing date of the advertisement to be considered for the position.

Required Documents

• LNDH Application

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitale (CV) and/or Resume ( A CV/Resume is encouraged, but not required. Decision to include a resume will not increase or decrease probability of selection)
• Transcripts
• Certifications
• Letters of Recommendation
• Right to Work Documentation

Equal Opportunity Employer
There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £21,273.72-£23,829.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/01/2024
Reference ID: VA23 48 FSS RPA 116425