Tools and Parts Attendant

Summary

Are you interesting in growing your automotive skills? We have an exciting Tools and Parts position located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Capitol Grounds and Arboretum (CGA), Maintenance Division, Mechanical Operations Branch, Automotive shop. This position is considered essential during emergency closures and uses a wide variety of equipment for snow removal and deicing operations.

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Duties

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This is an Emergency Essential position. Depending on the type of emergency, the employee may be required to report to work during emergencies and inclement weather situations.

** You must possess a valid, unexpired State or District of Columbia driver's license at application.

Major Duties :

• Assists in monitors the stock on hand of tools, parts and other supplies and materials. Reports items that are in short supply due to higher-than-normal demand, breakage or frequency of repair. Prepares requests to order such items and requests for items not normally kept in stock. Examines incoming items to confirm that the items comply with what was requested. Notifies the supervisor of discrepancies in quantity, description or usability.
• Maintains a clean and orderly shop and inventory.
• Uses an automated stock keeping system to monitor inventory status. Prepares item descriptions for new items introduced into the system.
• Checks in tools returned by workers. Visually examines tools and tests them to determine whether they should be sent for repair. Stores items in designated locations. Relocates items as necessary to accommodate changes in inventory and use patterns.
• Occasionally Drives golf cars, UTV's, pickup trucks and non-CDL trucks to transport materials and staff to various locations.

Must possess a State or D.C. driver's license. Occasionally operates forklift to unload and load trucks. Forklift operation requires a valid driver's license and a Certificate as a Powered Industrial Truck operator for the Forklift in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.178(l)(6).

• Maintains an inventory of supplies and materials based on usage rates. Participates in periodic inventories. Receives materials and supplies personally stored and monitors the receipt of supplies and materials purchased and stored by trades' shops.
• Coordinates the movement of incoming and outgoing supplies and placement of materials with the docking and storage areas. As assigned, delivers receiving and shipping documents to CGA procurement staff confirming deliveries.
• Screens shipping and receiving documents to identify any discrepancies in number and/or type of items ordered. Contacts vendors to resolve such issues and expedites the resolution of discrepancies.

The incumbent must follow all relevant safety rules, regulations and standard operating procedures. Must utilize knowledge of and must comply with applicable Office of Compliance and OSHA safety rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner. Receives training, either on the job or through classroom training, to ensure that all safety practices and equipment are fully utilized. Must use of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be able to pass a drug test.
• Your resume and question responses must demonstrate job-related elements.
• You must possess a valid State or District of Columbia driver's license.

To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below:

• 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.

** You must possess or obtain Powered Industrial Truck certification within 90 days of employment to operate forklift.

Qualifications

You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of this job announcement.

You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position:

• Uses automated stock keeping systems to monitor inventory AND unload/move materials, equipment and supplies to distribution locations or storage rooms.
• Ability to perform the duties of a Tools and Parts Attendant without more than normal supervision.

Education

No education substitution.

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.

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

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 - 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.

Note : 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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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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.

The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.

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).

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.