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Child & Youth Program Custodian

Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy

This job in plain English

This is a full-time custodian job for Child and Youth Programs in Newport News, Virginia, run by Commander, Navy Installations Command. You would clean child care centers, school-age programs, youth programs, and lending libraries. The job requires background checks and a pre-employment physical, and occasional travel may be expected.

1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or owe allegiance to the United States.

What you would do

  • Sweep, mop, scrub, wax and polish floors, and clean carpets.
  • Clean restrooms, disinfect lavatories, and refill soap, towels and tissue.
  • Empty and wash trashcans, and clean windows, walls, furniture and surfaces.
  • Operate and maintain powered cleaning equipment and keep supplies stocked.
  • Report safety hazards, water leaks and repair needs to your supervisor.

Do you qualify for NA-2?

With education: A high school diploma or GED (or equivalent) is required. College transcripts showing a conferred degree also count.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, two-page limit
  • Proof of education: conferred college transcript, or high school diploma or GED
  • DD-214 (Member-4 page) if claiming veterans' preference
  • Notice of separation if claiming DoD NAF BBA priority consideration
  • Sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate if claiming military spouse preference
  • Most recent SF-50 or PAR if you are or were a federal employee

How you will be rated: Your resume and online questionnaire are checked first for eligibility. Qualified resumes are rated on knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) using a set rating criteria, and the best qualified applicants go to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to interview applicants.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume is limited to two pages, and the system will block longer files.
  • Include a copy of your high school diploma or GED, even if you submit college transcripts.
  • Make sure your ID meets REAL ID rules for base access, since this starts May 7, 2025.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, 35 to 40 hours per week. Some daily cleaning happens when programs are closed and children are not present.

Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Eligible employees who work at least 15 hours a week on average get a child care discount: 100 percent for the first child and 25 percent for each additional child.

Conditions of employment:

  • Background checks, including fingerprint and State criminal history checks
  • E-Verify employment check; discrepancies must be resolved
  • Pre-employment physical, proof of immunizations, and no communicable diseases
  • Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Security clearance if needed
  • Complete required training and keep required certifications
  • REAL ID-compliant license or other approved ID for base access, starting May 7, 2025
  • Drug-free workplace; a positive drug test can withdraw the job offer
  • Installation Records Check, with automatic disqualification for certain sex, child-related, or felony drug convictions

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$18.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
NA-2 · Nonappropriated fund (trades)
Location
Newport News, Virginia
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Custodial Working (3566)
Announcement
27-13101751

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