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Summary The position is organizationally located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent Client Services Division, Labor and Custodial Branch. The incumbent is a working leader and will provide work instructions to other employees and perform the same type work as that being led. Incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and any other license required for the type vehicle being operated. Responsibilities The tour of duty for this position is Day Shift 7am to 6pm depending on operational need. This position is emergency essential - Depending on the type of emergency the employee may be required to report to work during emergency situations. Leads Laborer (Recycler) and/or Custodial Workers Serves as working leader of three (3) or more employees in accomplishing laborer/recycling/custodial or special events work. Passes on to other workers instructions received from supervisor and starts work (e.g., by assigning the immediate tasks to be performed by individual members of the group led). Laborer (Recycler) General Functions Collects and sorts recyclable material, including aluminum cans, plastic and glass bottles, newspaper and paper, from various locations within the buildings. Relines recycle containers with plastic bags. Completes work that requires heavy physical effort, including lifting and carrying boxes and sacks of paper, newsprint materials, computer paper, plastic, glass, metal and other recyclable materials weighing 80 to 100 pounds with assistance. Loads and unloads recycled materials from vehicles and dump trucks and sorts various commodities of recyclable materials by category. Assists trade shops to set up scaffolding, ladders and carry equipment, materials and tools to work site for construction or renovation. Interior and Exterior Building Cleaning Ensures that floors and hallways are washed and buffed; that tables, dressers, desks, radiators, light fixtures, fans, refrigerators and other furnishings are maintained, dusted and cleaned; that rest rooms are cleaned and supplied with towels and toilet paper; that ashtrays and trash containers are emptied and that windows and mirrors are washed. Working alone or as a member of a crew, performs the full range of custodial duties. Maintains a specified orderly and clean areas, following general instructions regarding the tasks to be performed. Sets up own schedule and sequence of tasks within the framework of general deadlines, which states the required frequency of each task. Washes and cleans windows inside and outside of buildings using stepladders, extension ladders and safety belts. Special Projects/Events Setup/Furniture Moves Removes and performs furniture or equipment relocation and set-up for special events. Arranges chairs and tables in required configurations for special events and ceremonies. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. You must be able to pass a drug test. Your resume and question responses must demonstrate job-related elements. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication 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 A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.” Qualifications You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position. Ability to lead people in the performance of laborer/recycler work Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information Welcome Veterans. The Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) gives veterans' preference rights in the legislative branch to certain veterans as applied by the Congressional Accountability Act. Veterans' preference is applied on this vacancy announcement. If you are a veteran and have been separated under honorable conditions, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility; SF-15, if applicable; and Department of Veterans Affairs documentation of disability, if applicable. For more information, please visit OPM vet guide OPM vet guide If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System. If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information. DRUG TESTING: The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is a Drug Free Workplace. As part of the AOC’s suitability assessment, a candidate tentatively selected for a position who is not currently an AOC employee is required to submit to screening for illegal drug use. Satisfactory completion of a drug test is a condition of employment with the Agency. A candidate must test negative prior to being eligible for appointment into a position. We will schedule, provide and cover the cost for the drug test. The selectee(s) under the vacancy announcement for this position is subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police and satisfactory adjudication to be eligible for employment at the Architect of the Capitol. The Architect of the Capitol is an E-VERIFY Participant. E-VERIFY is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment authorization in the United States. If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the DHS Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" electronic system. For more information on E-Verify, please visit http://www.dhs.gov/files/programs/gc\_1185221678150.shtm The Architect of the Capitol is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information and/or disability. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Moving expenses are not authorized. Relocation expenses are not authorized. Probationary Period - A newly appointed selectee is subject to the completion of a one-year trial/probationary period, regardless of whether or not a trial/probationary period has been completed previously with the Architect of the Capitol or another Federal agency. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies in any of the jurisdictions of the Architect of the Capitol. All application materials become the property of the Architect of the Capitol.