Duties

Position has non-competitive promotion potential to the WG-10. The incumbent will work under closer than normal supervision and receive increasing responsibility with the goal of attaining the full performance level (WG-10).

MAJOR DUTIES INCLUDE:

Insulation Installation, Maintenance, Repair and Removal

• Installing a variety of insulating materials such as fiberglass, magnesia, asbestos and unicellular foam on the regular shaped surfaces of pipes, tanks, boilers, ducts and other structures which have predominantly straight runs or surfaces and regular curves.
• Using a variety of prefabricated insulating blocks, pads, sheets or molded forms. Some installations require the use of insulating materials in cement or plaster form for trowel application. The work involves measuring, cutting, trimming and fitting insulating materials in accordance with detailed oral or written procedures and the use of such trade tools and equipment as knives, rasps, scissors, metal banding equipment, metal shears and breaks, and leather palms to cut, form and install the materials.
• Removing, repairing, enclosing and encapsulating asbestos insulation and other asbestos building products. Ensures that proper precautions are taken to reduce the possibility of releasing asbestos fibers into the environment during repair, removal and encapsulation operations. Utilizes personal safety equipment and supplies to protect personal health and the health of others during asbestos abatement operations.
• Complying with OSHA and EPA safety and reporting requirements as well as NIOSH, NESH and AHERA regulatory requirements.

Hazardous Material Removal and Disposal

• Performing duties that may involve handling and/or removal of friable and non-friable asbestos. Must possess the knowledge required to safely and legally remove or alter friable and non-friable asbestos, erect protective enclosures, encapsulate asbestos, erect clean rooms, provide negative air and dispose of asbestos. Must possess the skill required to safely operate and maintain asbestos related tools and place asbestos related materials, i.e., mister high efficiency particulate abatement (HEPA) vacuums and filtering systems, drill attachments, negative air machines, half and full face respirators, powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) and sampling tools. Must complete training as prescribed by 29 Code of Federal Regulations 1910 within first six months after assigned to these duties and attend annual refresher courses.
• Designing and building negative air containment structures or glove bags to prepare for lead and asbestos abatement. Measures, cuts, mixes and shapes insulating materials for complex arcs and irregular shapes and installs protective moisture-proof containment barriers for hazardous materials removal involving lead paint and asbestos.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• You must be able to pass a drug test.
• Your resume and question responses must demonstrate job-related elements.

If necessary, the selectee will be sent to training for Asbestos Abatement and Lead Paint Removal certifications within the first 6 months of employment. Possession of current Asbestos Abatement and Lead Paint Removal certifications is desirable.

• A citizen of the United States;
• A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B);
• A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;
• A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or
• You must be able to pass a drug test and background check.
• Your resume and question responses must demonstrate the job-related Elements.
• You must meet the definition of specialized experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

  A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc.
  Selected applicant(s) may be eligible to earn a higher annual leave accrual rate credit towards annual leave accrual based on prior non-Federal or uniformed service work experience. The amount of service credit will be based on specialized experience or qualifying experience that is provided on the applicant profile submitted. As such, if you are a new employee to the Federal Government or a rehire, it is important that you provide a work history that lists all directly related positions held, and it must include the dates of employment (month/day/year).

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• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) job application process is designed to ensure you only provide information necessary to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position vacancy.
  To apply for this position, you only need to submit: a) your resume and b) answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant information. No additional documentation or attachments are required at the time of application.
  Your resume should list your education, training and work experience including job titles, employment dates, duties and accomplishments.
  Nothing further is required until it is requested by AOC’s Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for the position, you will be asked to provide it during the interview or selection process. At that time, you may be asked to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.
  For example, you may be asked to provide a copy of your diploma, college transcripts, or proof of Federal employment status. If the position requires licensure or certification, you will be asked to provide proof at the time of selection.
  If Veterans’ preference is claimed, you will be asked to submit proof (DD-214, and, if claiming a 10-point preference, a SF-15 and the proof required by that form).
  Failure to provide the required documents will end further consideration and/or result in the withdrawal of any tentative job offers.
  Your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of this job announcement.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• How to Apply

  You MUST apply online. FORMS RECEIVED BY FAX, EMAIL OR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
  If you are a new user to the USAJOBS Site and have never registered for an account; you will first need to create an account profile with your basic contact information and a resume to begin applying. You must be a registered USAJOBS user AND you must be signed-in to your account in order to apply for this position. For help with setting up an account or for general assistance in using USAJOBS, go to USAJOBS Help Page.
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  If you experience any difficulties with the application site, help is available! If you have problems completing your on-line application, contact the Monster Hiring Management Help Desk at 1-866-656-6831 or by e-mail at MGSHELP@monster.com. The help desk is available Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. You may call and leave a voice mail message at all other times.
  All required supporting documents will be collected electronically via the USAJOBS “Saved Documents” feature.
  If you are unable to apply on-line, you may visit our Employment Center for technical assistance in entering your application. The Employment Center is located at 441 Second & D Streets S.W., Washington, D.C., Room H2-178, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You may call (202) 226-7000 for directions.

  Agency contact information

  Nyika Humphries

  Phone

  202-226-7000

  Email

  nyika.humphries@aoc.gov

  Address

  Architect of the Capitol
  2nd and D Street, S.W.
  Washington, District of Columbia 20515
  United States

  Next steps

  You will receive a notice generated by the USAJOBS System when you have successfully submitted your application. We will review your application and transcript(s) (if you are qualifying based on education) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements.
  You can check the status of your application by logging into http://www.usajobs.gov. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application has changed by logging into your USAJOBS Account, editing your profile and changing the ‘Notification Settings’ to indicate that you want to be notified by email when the status changes. Information regarding the status of your application should be updated in the system within two (2) weeks after the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all U.S. Citizens. Please be advised that federal retired annuitant candidates may only be considered as a temporary employee if the role can be filled in that capacity.