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JOB SUMMARY: This position is located in the Community Recreation Department of Morale, Welfare and Recreation, aboard Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida. The purpose of this position is to perform manual labor tasks in support of the assigned facilities.
MAJOR DUTIES: This position may perform some or all of the following duties as assigned:
Food/Beverage Service Facilities: Carries supplies and equipment, such as fruits, glasses, linens and flatware from storage areas to the bar or dining area. Fills ice bins and crushes ice. Cleans equipment in kitchen and dining area. Washes dishes, pots, pans, coffee urns, glasses, and flatware. Operates a mechanical dishwasher, washing large items by hand. Sorts, stacks and stores cleaned dishware. May be required to clean cooking and other food service equipment, scraping, washing or wiping down equipment such as ranges, ovens, electric or gas fryers, pressure cookers, steam kettles and broilers. Drains and cleans coffee and tea urns. Scrubs/scours worktables and cleans grease traps in sinks. Removes soiled dishes, glasses and flatware from the tables and carries to the dishwashing area. Clears and cleans dining tables. Disposes of food waste and trash.
All Facilities: Loads/unloads, transports and stores supplies, equipment or other items. Performs basic cleaning such as: sweeping/mopping floors, dusting, straightening customer service areas such as lobbies, exercise rooms, etc. dusting furniture/equipment, cleaning glass. Assists with cleaning bathroom/shower/locker room and car wash areas or assisting with general maintenance such as touchup painting, replacing light bulbs, washing/drying and replenishing towels, or stocking soap/paper towels/toilet paper.
Performs general lawn care tasks such as cutting grass, edging/weed eating, pulling weeds, raking, and shoveling. Upon completion of tasks, cleans and properly stores equipment after use. Picks up debris and empties all trash receptacles daily. Notifies the supervisor immediately of any missing items and equipment malfunctions needing repair.
Sets up room(s) according to supervisor instructions. Insures all needed equipment is in working condition. Breaks down room(s) upon completion of the function. Stores equipment used or re-sets room for the next function/activity. Assists in unloading and loading of trucks. Opens, unpacks and removes content of cartons and stores in assigned locations.
NA3 Facility Assistant: In addition to the above, vacuums carpeted areas; sweeps, mops, waxes and buffs other flooring surfaces using automatic waxing or buffing machines. Washes walls, windows, blinds and other surfaces and replaces light bulbs as needed using ladders or scaffolding to reach higher areas. Polishes furniture and other woodwork or brass. Maintains restrooms and locker rooms ensuring they are clean, orderly and sanitary by cleaning, disinfecting and deodorizing lavatories, urinals and toilet bowls. Replenishes bathroom tissue, hand towels and soap. Notifies supervisor when cleaning supplies are needed.
NA4 Facility Assistant: In addition to the above, Operates a variety of power operated tools and equipment such as chain saws, hedge trimmers, tillers, hoes, chippers, tractors, trucks, pressure washers, etc. Services equipment 
before use, making adjustments or minor repairs through replacement of worn or damaged parts. Assists higher graded workers with general facility maintenance such as minor repairs to doors, floors/floor coverings, walls, ceilings, windows, light fixtures, painting, etc.
Assists in the general upkeep and maintenance of athletic fields and surrounding grounds. Prepares and maintains athletic fields for respective play (lines fields, places bases, secures windscreens, installs goals/goalposts, moves bleachers, etc.) making repairs as needed or directed, OR assists in general upkeep of recreational areas and grounds (RV Park, Beach, Camping Areas, Picnic/Event Grounds, Recreational Cabins) including maintaining grounds (mowing/weeding, maintaining ornamental plan beds) minor maintenance/repair of picnic tables, barbeque areas, tent/RV sites, parking areas, emptying large trash containers and disposal of trash.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
NA2: Must be 16 years of age. No previous training or work experience is required. Must possess the ability to follow simple verbal and written instructions and carry out assigned duties independently. This position is subject to an irregular tour of duty including seasonal work lasting 1-4 months; evenings, weekends and holidays.
NA3: Must be 18 years of age and meet all qualifications listed above PLUS knowledge of basic cleaning and janitorial techniques and procedures. Must possess the ability to work with basic equipment, materials and supplies used in maintaining the assigned facility in a clean, sanitary state. This position is subject to an irregular tour of duty including seasonal work lasting 1-4 months; evenings, weekends and holidays. A valid driver's license is preferred.
NA4: Must be 18 years of age and meet all qualifications listed above, PLUS the ability to operate and perform routine maintenance and repair on tractor and a variety of equipment used in preparing athletic fields and facilities for sporting events. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license at all times and have the ability to operate a variety of automotive vehicles in the performance of duties. This position is subject to an irregular tour of duty including weekends and holidays.
RESPONSIBILITY
This position works under the general supervision of the shift manager who assigns work and spot checks work in progress to ensure procedures are followed and that work is completed within a rigid specified period of time. Problems and questions are referred to the shift manager.
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical activities include, but are not limited to standing, walking, bending, turning, stooping, twisting, 
reaching, pushing, pulling and light lifting. Some activities are prolonged in nature. The employee will at times, lift up to 45 pounds unassisted, heavier items are with assistance. The employee is subject to exposure to extreme temperatures from dishwasher/kitchens and walk-in refrigerators/freezers. Outside work is subject to a variety of weather conditions. Working area is subject to noise. The employee is subject to minor cuts, bruises, burns and falls. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is issued and used as needed. If issued, PPE must be worn appropriately.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
May be reassigned on an "as needed" basis to other facilities to cover staff shortages or assist with scheduled events.
Food/Beverage Service Facilities: Must obtain a Health Card prior to first day of work. Afterwards, must successfully pass a Food Handlers Sanitation course, thereafter to be updated and maintained annually.
NOTE: Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of closing date. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee will be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
The Department of the Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer where employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, contact the NAF HR Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case by basis.
HOW TO APPLY: All interested applicants should submit an application OR resume in one of the following ways:
BY FAX TO: (904) 542-3424
SUBMIT VIA EMAIL (preferred) TO: nasjax.mwrjobapps@us.navy.mil
NAF Application form and Request for Military Spouse Preference form can be picked up at the MWR Personnel Office or can be downloaded from navymwrjacksonville.com under the "Jobs" tab.
EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: If requesting any type of employment preference, supporting documentation must be submitted with the application/resume to prove preference eligibility. The submission of a preference does not guarantee a position.
Where a first cut-off date is indicated, a selection may be made from the resumes/applications received as of the specified first cut-off date. Completed applications (resume, supporting documentation, etc.) must be received by 11:59pm Eastern Time on the cut-off/closing date. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received will be reviewed.
If requesting any type of employment preference, supporting documentation must be submitted with the application/resume to prove preference eligibility. The submission of a preference does not guarantee a position as applicant still must be highly qualified with the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements of each submittal.
*If claiming Veteran's Preference, completed SF-15 and a legible copy of DD-214 (page 4) as well as any other supporting documentation (disability, official statements, proof of service, etc). is required.
*If claiming Gold Star Veteran's Preference, completed SF-15 and a legible copy of DD-1300 as well as any other supporting documentation (official statements, document of service, court decree, etc.) is required.
*If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) Priority consideration, submit a copy of the notice of separation.
*If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
*Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.
SPOUSAL PREFERENCE: Spousal Preference can be used only once to gain regular full time employment in the commuting area but may be used multiple times for flexible type position.
To prove eligibility, you must submit the following with your resume/application:
- Request for Military Spouse Preference form
- Copy of spouses’ orders that state the “Ultimate Activity” is within the average commuting distance to NAS Jacksonville.
- A copy of the marriage certificate that provides proof that marriage occurred prior to the issuance of the orders.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Employment is contingent upon a successfully completed and positively adjudicated National Agency Check (NACI) or higher background clearance as required by the position or local security requirements.
“To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.”
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