Custodial Worker Leader
Air Force Materiel Command
Posted: January 28, 2026 (0 days ago)
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Air Force Materiel Command
Department of the Air Force
Location
Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
Salary
$22.02 - $22.93
per hour
Type
Full Time
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This job involves leading a team of cleaners to keep lodging facilities at an Air Force base tidy and well-maintained, including planning work schedules, assigning tasks, and ensuring high standards of cleanliness.
A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in housekeeping supervision from hotels or similar settings, who is organized, physically capable of demanding tasks, and comfortable managing people.
It offers benefits like health insurance and retirement options in a stable government role open to a wide range of applicants.
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Lodging Operations at Wright-Patt AFB.
The purpose of this position is to supervise directly or through subordinate leaders the work of subordinate custodial workers in the cleaning and maintenance of transient facilities.
The position includes paid holidays, leave accrual, optional participation in Group Health, Dental and Life Insurance plans, Retirement, 401K and Flexible Benefits plans.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.
An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 02/13/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.
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.
Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience: Experience in supervising the work of subordinate employees in accomplishing custodial work.
Experience and knowledge must have been gained in a military lodging program or commercial hotel/motel housekeeping. Must be able to follow simple oral and written instructions and speak English.
Must be able to use hand or lightweight powered cleaning tools or equipment.
Must be physically able to frequently lift and empty wastebaskets, frequently pushing carts, weighing more than 100 pounds, loaded with dirty laundry or wastepaper; and occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.
Must be able to continuously stand, stoop, and reach for long periods of time. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
Successful completion and favorable adjudication of applicable background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required. Major Duties:
Plans the use of workers, equipment, facilities, materials and tools needed to accomplish the job.
Accountable to management for the quantity and quality of work performed and for ensuring efficient and economical work operations.
Plans, schedules, and coordinates work operations while adhering to work priorities, project schedules, resources, and work plans established by higher-level supervisors.
Assigns, directs, and reviews the work of subordinates. Observes work in progress resolving problems and making adjustments as necessary to meet schedules.
Inspects completed work for quantity and quality of work performed. Explains and gains the support of subordinates for management policy, programs, and goals.
Hires, promotes, motivates, disciplines, and separates subordinates. Approves or disapproves leave schedules and/or other absences from work.
Supports the objectives of AF-wide programs and policies such as labor-management relations and equal employment opportunity. Advises and counsels subordinates on improving performance.
Investigates grievances and complaints and assures safety and housekeeping practices are observed. May perform duties of custodial worker. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12871465
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