Custodial Worker (Housekeeping)quarterly 500 Dollar Bonus W/Satisfactory Evaluation 1ST Yr
Department of the Navy
Summary
This position is assigned to the (MWR) Recreational Lodging program; Fleet Readiness (N92); (CNIC); Naval Weapons Station Cheatham Annex. MWR Lodging offers accommodations to include (RV) Parks, Vacation Rentals (Cottages, cabins, singles houses, townhomes, duplexes, mobile homes, hotels, apartments, and yurts) and Campgrounds. The purpose of this position is to provide quality and efficient housekeeping services to guest or guest areas while maintaining the highest level of customer service.
Duties
- Performs varying degrees of complexity in cleaning processes for facility to include but not limited to lodging units, common areas, office, bathhouse, laundry facility, etc.
- Demonstrates proficiency related to daily service, checkout, deep cleaning, and special project cleaning assignments based on program cleaning standards.
- Vacuums, sweeps, and mops floors; dusts, polishes, cleans, and moves furniture.
- Cleans walls, doors, ceilings, stand-up/ceiling fans, light fixtures, exterior of air vents, windows, sills, tracks, blinds and curtains.
- Removes trash, places in dumpsters, and replaces liners.
- Cleans washers and dryers and ensures machines are operational.
- Cleans common area spaces to include bathhouses, vending rooms and ice machines, laundry rooms, elevators, break rooms, walkways, corridors, stairwells, office spaces, lounges, storerooms and storage spaces.
- Places proper number of amenities in room to include consumables/non-consumables, linen, kitchen, and bathroom.
- Removes and replaces bed linen, inspects mattresses and pull-out sofas, and moves/re-positions beds upon guest checkout, weekly, or at a guest's request.
- Cleans coffee makers, ice buckets, beverage kits, refrigerators, stove tops, cookware, utensils, cutlery, cups/glasses, plates, sinks, counters, ovens, ranges, cupboards, drawers, and microwaves to include proper programming of its respective clock/time.
- Ensures dishwashers are clean and in working condition.
- Cleans vanities, mirrors, hardware, cabinets/shelving, toilets, bath tubs/shower stalls, tile, and bathroom exhaust fans.
- Replaces bathroom terry and linens to include shower curtains.
- Cleans irons, removes excess water and replaces as necessary, cleans ironing boards and replaces covers as necessary, cleans and ensures proper functionality of luggage racks and ensures proper numbers of clean male/female hangers are available in closets.
- Ensures in-room guest directories are clean and organized; TVs are clean and programmed to proper channel and volume; alarm clocks are properly programmed with back-up battery and in room phones are clean, properly programmed, and in working condition.
- Performs deep cleaning as required by program standards (e.g., on a scheduled basis and upon check-out of guests in "pet friendly" rooms and in rooms that had an ADA service animal), which includes, but is not limited to: defrosting the refrigerator, cleaning windows (inside and out), replacing and/or cleaning drapes, moving furniture and cleaning normally hidden areas, carpet cleaning (shampoo and/or spot treatment), cleaning walls/woodwork, and other such tasks.
- Counts, sorts, inspects, and prepares linen for operational use.
- Applies Blood Borne Pathogen criteria to determine potential safety concerns related to contaminated linens and applies appropriate NGIS protocols during daily service activity.
- Completes maintenance requests for items broken, defective, or in need of replacing.
- Performs basic, routine maintenance on vacuum cleaners by cleaning all areas and replacing filters as necessary.
- Maintains the cleanliness, inventory, and organization of housekeeping carts and linen carts.
- Reports any damages or valuables (e.g. large amounts of cash, jewelry, or confidential/sensitive information) left out in the open by guests to the supervisor.
- Reports any activity that appears unsafe, illegal, or suspicious to the supervisor.
- Interacts professionally with guests and other team members, displays a positive attitude, utilizes effective communication skills, and assists guests to include answering questions concerning hotel facilities and provides information about on base and local attractions.
- Communicates with the front desk when identifying lost and found items by annotating all relevant information to facilitate retrieval of the item for that specific guest.
- Maintains key control for assigned key and reports any issues immediately to the supervisor.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Required Documents
Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:
- Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.
- This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive: Vendors Dependents aged 18 and older Service Providers Veterans with service-connected disabilities Contractors Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder) Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share) Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters Au Pairs, Child Care Providers What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access?
- If you don't have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, you can use one of the following: U.S. passport or passport card Military ID card (Common Access Card or CAC, DoD retired ID card) Permanent resident card (Green Card) Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) Other forms of identification accepted by the Department of Homeland Security How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license?
- To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you'll need to visit your state's driver's license agency with the following documents: Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport) Proof of Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card) Two proofs of residency (e.g., utility bills, bank statements)
About this role
The Custodial Worker (housekeeping)quarterly 500 Dollar Bonus W/SATISFACTORY Evaluation 1ST Yr position with the Department of the Navy is based in Williamsburg, Virginia. This position is assigned to the (MWR) Recreational Lodging program; Fleet Readiness (N92); (CNIC); Naval Weapons Station Cheatham Annex. The role pays $18.21 per hour.
Day to day, the role performs varying degrees of complexity in cleaning processes for facility to include but not limited to lodging units, common areas, office, bathhouse, laundry facility, etc. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what the federal skilled trades experience this Custodial Worker (housekeeping)quarterly 500 Dollar Bonus W/SATISFACTORY Evaluation 1ST Yr position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Custodial Worker (housekeeping)quarterly 500 Dollar Bonus W/SATISFACTORY Evaluation 1ST Yr position with the Department of the Navy in Williamsburg, Virginia, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
The posted pay of $18.21 per hour places this in a competitive but attainable range for qualified applicants. Based in Williamsburg, Virginia, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on July 23, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.
