Become a Lead Housekeeping Aid at the VA

Are you looking for a career that combines leadership with a vital mission? The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is currently hiring a Lead Housekeeping Aid in Waco, Texas. This role is essential for maintaining the clean, safe, and sanitary environment required to provide world-class care to our nation's Veterans.

Job Responsibilities

As a Lead Housekeeping Aid, you are the backbone of our Environmental Management Services (EMS). Your primary duties include:

Team Leadership: Oversee a team of three or more employees, providing direction, motivation, and training.
Operations Oversight: Coordinate cleaning schedules with nursing staff to minimize disruptions to patient care.
Sanitation Excellence: Perform and inspect the cleaning of patient areas, surgical suites, labs, and public corridors.
Equipment Management: Operate and maintain industrial equipment used for scrubbing, stripping, and polishing floors.

Requirements

To be eligible for this position, you must demonstrate the following:

Requirement	Description
Citizenship	Must be a U.S. Citizen
Physicality	Ability to lift 45+ lbs and walk/stand for extended periods
Compliance	Must pass background checks and drug screening
Documentation	Must submit a resume of 2 pages or less

Salary and Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary range of $20.04 to $23.38 per hour. Employees enjoy the security and benefits associated with federal employment, including generous leave accrual and the opportunity to serve those who have served us.

How to Apply

Register: Create a profile on USAJOBS.
Resume: Ensure your resume is exactly two pages or fewer.
Submit: Complete the online questionnaire and attach all necessary documentation (e.g., DD-214, SF-50).

Serving as a Lead Housekeeping Aid at the VA is more than just a job; it is a chance to ensure our veterans receive the highest level of care in a clean and healing environment. Apply today and join our dedicated team in Waco.

Why This Lead Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician Job Matters

Take the lead in maintaining excellence for those who served—join the VA Environmental Services team in Waco as a Lead Housekeeping Aid.

Lead Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician Job Overview

The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a dedicated Lead Housekeeping Aid to oversee environmental and sanitation operations within the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate team workflows, ensure high standards of medical facility cleanliness, and provide critical support to our healthcare environment. You will serve as a point of contact between staff and management, ensuring our facilities remain safe, sanitary, and welcoming for the Veterans we serve.

Requirements for Lead Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician

U.S. Citizenship (unless specific recruitment exceptions apply).
Pass a federal background investigation.
Ability to perform heavy lifting (45+ lbs) and strenuous physical tasks.
Completion of a one-year probationary period.
Compliance with mandatory annual influenza vaccination requirements.
Registration with Selective Service for males born after 12/31/1959.

Preferred Qualifications for Lead Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician

Prior experience leading or supervising staff in a custodial or environmental services setting.
Proficiency in utilizing industrial-grade cleaning machinery and equipment.
Proven track record of following strict health and safety protocols in medical or clinical environments.
Strong communication skills for coordinating with nursing and administrative staff.

Federal Benefits & Perks

✓Competitive hourly pay rates.
✓Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven healthcare system.
✓Comprehensive federal employee benefits package.
✓Professional growth and career advancement opportunities within the VA.
✓Accrual of annual and sick leave.

💡 How to Apply Lead Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician Job & Insider Tips

Application Steps for Lead Housekeeping Aid - Environmental Services Technician Job

Create or log into your USAJOBS account.
Prepare a resume that is strictly two pages or less.
Complete the online occupational questionnaire.
Upload all required supporting documentation (e.g., DD-214, transcripts, SF-50).
Submit your application package before the closing date.

💡 General Tips

Ensure your resume is no longer than two pages to meet mandatory federal requirements.
Use the USAJOBS resume builder to ensure your formatting meets agency standards.
Highlight specific leadership experience and technical cleaning skills in your application.
Review your application thoroughly before submission, as no additional information can be added after the deadline.
Save your resume as a PDF to preserve formatting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a supervisory role?

Yes, this is a lead position where you will oversee at least three employees, set the pace for tasks, and provide training.

What is the page limit for the resume?

As of September 2025, federal resumes for this position must be no longer than two pages.

Are Veterans' preference rules applicable?

Because this position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority, traditional Veterans' preference rules do not apply, though qualified veterans will be given full consideration.

Job from Veterans Health Administration

The Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS) is one of the largest integrated healthcare networks in the nation. With facilities spanning from Austin to Waco, we are committed to President Lincoln's promise: "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan." Our culture is built on the "I CARE" values: Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.