Printing Plant Worker (Custodial Worker)

Summary GPO employees possess a diverse array of talent in many administrative fields and trades. We provide other agencies with innovative services for the printing, publishing, storage, and distribution of digital content. If you are an energetic, inventive individual looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career opportunity, GPO may be the place for you. This position is part of the Agency Support Operations, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia Responsibilities Perform industrial cleaning of restrooms, offices, storerooms, corridors, stairways and other assigned areas. Perform setups for meetings, such as moving furniture, tables, chairs, pipes, drapes, etc. Use tools and equipment for cleaning around buildings and parking lots, to include snow removal and cleaning and grass cutting, etc. Use tools and lightweight cleaning equipment to perform custodial duties. Maintain cleaning supplies, tools, and equipment. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for the Printing Plant Worker (Custodial Worker), KX-3566-01 position, applicants must meet the following Screen Out-Element: #1 Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision. Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen-out element. If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT ELEMENT is not sufficient, you will not receive further consideration. In addition to the requirements above, applicants must have the following training, skills, and abilities to perform the typical duties of the position: Proper usage of a variety of cleaning and sanitizing solutions. Perform industrial cleaning duties. Gather and move supplies and equipment. Use lightweight tools and equipment to perform custodial duties. Maintain daily maintenance and cleanliness of equipment used. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement to be considered. Education Substitution of education in lieu of SCREENOUT JOB ELEMENT may not be used for this grade level. Additional Information Employment of Relatives Section 3110 of Title 5, U.S. Code, prohibits a Federal official from appointing, promoting, or advocating the appointment or promotion of a relative in the agency where the official is serving or exercises jurisdiction. In addition, Section 2302(b)(7) of Title 5, U.S. Code, makes it a "prohibited personnel practice" for a person in authority to "appoint, employ, promote, advance, or advocate for the appointment, employment, promotion, or advancement of a relative." For further information visit: and Work Life Balance: The GPO offers Transit subsidy for commuters using public transportation (Metro Bus/Rail, MARC, VRE, etc.). Background Investigation:To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the GPO requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully completed a background investigation for Suitability. This review could include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. Depending on the type of background investigation required, the security process may take between 6 weeks to 12 months. The Agency may rescind the tentative offer if the candidate is unable to obtain an interim clearance. Schedule A (Disability Appointment): Documentation of eligibility for employment under Schedule A can be obtained from a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional certified by a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., state or private); or any Federal agency, state agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits. The letter must be printed on a "medical professional's" letterhead and signed. Reasonable Accommodation: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process you must contact the HC Specialist on the vacancy announcement at least seven business days before the closing date of this announcement to receive assistance. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The selectee will work Shift 1 MON - FRIDAY 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Additional vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.