About this position
United States Postal Service External Publication for Job Posting 12351001 If this job requires qualification on an examination, the number of applicants who will be invited to take or retake the examination may be limited. Branch Tennessee District
Job Posting Period
09/19/2026 - 09/25/2026 This job has an exam requirement. Currently, applicants for this posting who do not yet have an exam score are being invited to take the exam. Examining will continue until capacity has been reached.
Job Title
LABORER CUSTODIAL
Facility Location
NEWPORT PO
265 COSBY HWY
NEWPORT, TN 37821
CONTACT INFORMATION: Donald Shockley | donald.e.shockley@usps.gov | (423) 361-2619
Position Information
TITLE: LABORER CUSTODIAL
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Occupation Code: 3502-03XX
Non-Scheduled Days: Saturday, Sunday
Hours: 0800-1200
Must be able to communicate in and understand the English language with or without a reasonable disability accommodation under the Rehabilitation Act. Postal Service employment is conditional upon your meeting medical suitability, general eligibility and suitability, and background check requirements. Therefore, if you receive a job offer, note that it will be conditional upon you meeting these requirements, even if you are allowed to begin working first. For this vacancy announcement, the Postal Service will be referring a set number of the highest-ranked eligible candidates for selection consideration.
DRIVING REQUIRED: Applicants must have a valid state driver’s license, a safe driving record, and at least two years of
unsupervised experience driving passenger cars or larger. The driving must have taken place in the U.S. or its possessions or territories or in U.S. military installations worldwide. SALARY RANGE: Starting salary $24.06 per hour paid bi-weekly FINANCE NUMBER: 476240BENEFIT INFORMATION: This is a career position which offers excellent benefits. Newly hired employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Upon hire, employees are eligible to contribute into the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is similar to 401(k) plans, and offers matching employer contributions. We offer the option to enroll into the Health Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Dental, Vision and Long-Term Care Insurance Programs as well as Flexible Spending Program to cover eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent care (day care) expenses; accrued vacation and sick leave. In addition, the Postal Service offers a variety of employee discount programs ranging from tuition discounts to cellular service. Persons Eligible to Apply All U.S. Citizens, permanent resident aliens, citizens of American Samoa or any other territory owing allegiance to the United States. Applicants must be available for screening activities, including an interview. Applicants entitled to veterans’ preference and/or covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act may apply for any posted position. This position is restricted to applicants eligible for veterans preference. Applicants who are not entitled to veterans preference may be considered only when preference eligible applicants are not available for appointment. Applicants must apply online at www.usps.com/employment to be considered for this employment opportunity. You must have a valid email address to apply as communication regarding employment opportunities, examinations, interviews and background checks will be conveyed by email. Please add the following email domain addresses to your contact list to allow all correspondences to be received. @usps.gov @psionline.com @geninfo.com @uspis.gov EXAM REQUIRED: If you are invited to take this test, instructions regarding the exam process will be sent to you via email. Please ensure you can receive email messages from our test vendor and follow instructions carefully so you can be considered for this employment opportunity. NOTICE SCREENINGS REQUESTED: You may receive multiple requests for background checks in regard to this employment opportunity. Respond to all requests quickly as we anticipate filling our vacancies quickly and nonresponses may result in disqualification for this opportunity. Current non-career Postal Service employees who wish to apply for this vacancy must go to usps.com/employment and use your existing eCareer Profile to apply. Do not log into LiteBlue; if you logged into LiteBlue, log out and close your browser before going to usps.com/employment. Background Check The Inspection Service criminal background check is conducted using United States information resources only (e.g., FBI fingerprint check, state and county checks). A criminal background check involves a 10-year inquiry for any location where the individual has resided, worked or gone to school within the United States or its territories. As a result of this limitation, the criminal background checks of individuals who have not resided in the United States or its territories for the preceding 5-years may not be considered complete. The Inspection Service may be able to process inquiries for U.S. Citizens only, but only if their time spent out of the country was spent as: a trailing spouse or dependent of someone working for the U.S. government (military or civilian), a missionary, a student attending school in a foreign country, a Peace Corps participant, or as an employee of a U.S.-based employer/company. If the Inspection Service is unable to perform a complete background check because of residency outside the United States, such individuals will be ineligible for Postal employment. Functional Purpose Performs cleaning activities, routine maintenance, and light repairs associated with the custody of the authorized areas of the buildings, grounds, and equipment of a postal facility. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Cleans and maintains facilities to include, but not limited to , common areas, restrooms, kitchens, offices, and customer facing spaces surfaces following postal policy and safety guideline to ensure a welcoming and sanitary environment for customers and employees. Washes walls, ceilings, and windows from elevated surfaces such as ladders, and scaffolding. Surfaces such as ladders, and scaffolding.
2. Cleans and maintains floors to include sweeping, vacuuming, scrubbing, and polishing, etc. Applies floor care products
such as sealers, strippers, and finish. Removes debris and trash and recycles materials as appropriate.
3. Operates industrial cleaning and maintenance equipment including, but not limited to, backpack vacuums, carpet cleaners,
floor scrubbers, floor sanders, and wall washers; adjusts brushes, buffers, and other attachments on machines.
4. Maintains facility grounds using landscaping and cleaning equipment including, but not limited to, lawnmowers, edgers,
weed eaters, blowers, and pressure washers. Cleans sidewalks and driveways and removes debris, snow and ice.
5. Makes or assists in making minor maintenance repairs to building and equipment using hand tools and small power tools.
Maintains and cleans equipment and tools, parts, and personal protective equipment(PPE) to ensure safe and efficient operations. Maintains custody of necessary equipment, tools and supplies; uses washing machines,dryers as appropriate to clean and sanitize supplies.
6. Performs general laboring duties such as uncrating and assembling furniture and fixtures using bolts and screws for
assembly, loading and unloading supplies and equipment, and moving furniture and equipment. Stacks and organizes supplies in storage rooms and on shelves and replenishes cleaning and sanitary supplies and dispensers.
7. Operates regulated machines and equipment, per current license and authorization, such as elevated platforms, PIT
(Power Industrial Truck) equipment, and forklifts. May drive an authorized vehicle to clear snow, ice, transport supplies and equipment, as well as to perform cleaning tasks off campus.
8. Completes or initiates work requests, logs, and required records to track and document custodial and maintenance
activities; uses computer-based systems such as computerized maintenance management system. Communicates status updates and scheduled custodial and maintenance activities to fellow employees and management.
9. Observes established safety practices and requirements to ensure the safety of self and others while performing custodial
and maintenance activities (e.g., puts tools and equipment away, inspect stools and equipment for proper serviceability, maintains and uses issued personal protective equipment [PPE]), and creates safety zones or various cleaning and maintenance activities such as, but not limited to , waxing floors, and high dusting.
10. Participates in training programs, classroom, on-the-job, and onsite at postal facilities using relevant systems and
appliations. Completes required testing and certifications associated with training satisfactorily in a timely manner.
11. Performs other related duties to include operating elevators, as assigned.
SUPERVISION
Supervisor of unit to which assigned. The United States Postal Service has the following excellent and challenging employment opportunity for highly motivated and innovative individuals. Successful candidates must demonstrate through a combination of education, training, and experience the following requirements:
Requirements
1. EXAM 960 CUSTODIAN
2. (3502-03XX) LABORER, CUSTODIAL
FUNCTION
Performs cleaning activities, routine maintenance, and light repairs associated with the custody of the buildings, grounds, and equipment of a postal facility.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given above.REQUIREMENTS There are no separately evaluated knowledge, skill, or ability requirements for this job.
EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must successfully complete Exam 960 Custodian which includes the following sections: Technical - Hand Tools - Safety and PPE - Cleaning Non-Technical - Behavioral Characteristics - Following Instructions
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation which may require arduous exertion involving prolonged standing, walking, climbing, bending and reaching, and may involve handling heavy objects, e.g., tools and equipment. Applicants must have the ability to work at heights above floor level, such as from ladders, vert-a-lifts, walkways, and scaffolds.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Applicants who qualify under this standard may be required to satisfactorily complete a prescribed training course(s) prior to assignment, reassignment or promotion.
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Applicants must have a valid state driver's license and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record. Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service's requirement to be drug free. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Central Time, of the posting's closing date. Applicants claiming veterans' preference must attach a copy of member copy 4 (only) of Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form
214) or other proof of eligibility if claiming 10-point veterans' preference. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is an
equal opportunity employer. The USPS provides reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interview, and/or selection process, please make your request to the examiner, selecting official or local manager of Human Resources. This request can also be made by someone on your behalf. Explain the nature of your limitations and the accommodation needed. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (Fair Chance Act) prohibits the Postal Service from inquiring into the criminal history of applicants before a conditional offer of employment has been made and sets out penalties for individual employees who violate the law. An applicant who feels their rights under this federal law have been violated has 30 days from the date of the alleged violation to file a complaint with the Postal Service at FairChanceActSupport@usps.gov. Further information can be found at www.usps.com. SPECIAL NOTE: Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.
Location and commute
265 Cosby Hwy, Newport, TN 37821.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: 12351001.