Insulator General Supervisor Job in Washington DC, DC

Vacancy No. CD-2025-188 Department Architect of the Capitol
Salary $45.81 to $53.47 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/27/2025 Close Date 3/14/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Washington DC, DC


Summary

The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Construction Division.

The incumbent serves as the Insulator / Hazardous Materials Abatement General Supervisor who oversees all insulation operations and the hazardous materials abatement within the Construction Division. The position requires confined space and asbestos abatement certifications. The position is subject to medical monitoring.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to current employees of the Architect of the Capitol only.

Duties

Tour of Duty: Night (8:00 pm - 6:30 am) Monday - Thursday

Hours may change depending on operational needs of management.

Must complete Asbestos Abatement and Confined Space Certification Training within six (6) months after appointment.  

Major Duties Include:

General

Works with the Insulator Supervisor(s) to plan and schedule work assignments, enforce procedures and policies, assign employees, and sets expectations for quantity and quality of work. Works with project Supervisory Construction Field Representatives (SCFR) to ensure that materials are ordered and delivered as required to maintain all project schedules.

Coordinates with other trades such as plumbers, electricians sheet metal and carpenters to complete new construction and renovation projects. Reviews plans and specifications to determine appropriate materials used and methods of installment are completed. Ensures that group has all necessary tools and equipment for safe operations. The incumbent works with the Jurisdiction, Engineering and Consultant representatives, as necessary, to ensure that project requirements are met. Inspects work of the crew to ensure compliance with project requirements.

Hazardous Material Responsibilities

In general, oversees the Hazmat Program for the Construction Division. The incumbent ensures that all pre and post construction hazardous material surveys are completed and that appropriate hazardous material notifications are posted. Oversees and approves hazmat removal operations including hazmat removal (asbestos, lead paint, and silica) plans, construction and operation of the containments and negative air machines, bagging, sealing, and marking bags, and removal from the site.

Coordinates with the Jurisdiction Safety Specialists and the Safety and Environmental Division to ensure that abatements are performed in accordance with all applicable regulations. Works with outside testing laboratories to ensure that required clearances are received before containments are removed. Ensures all employees have passed the required medical surveillance tests and the fit testing for respirators. Takes and monitors air samples. Prepares appropriate reports to regulatory agencies such as OSHA and EPA.

Insulation Responsibilities

Evaluates damage to insulation components and systems and approves repair procedures for implementation by the work crews.

Specifies and applies a variety of materials, such as vapor sealing compounds, waterproof covers, and fireproof papers, to address unusual environmental requirements including extremes of temperature or pressure. Specifies and applies double-layered insulation with staggered seams to withstand forces found in proximity to turbines and high-pressure steam lines.

Working with the Insulator Supervisor, oversees the joining, assembly, and installation of insulation material on irregularly shaped surfaces or unique objects such as turbines, air ducts, heaters, generators, and refrigeration units. Inspects and tests a variety of insulation installations and repairs performed by others.

Supervisory Authorities

Directly supervises Insulator Supervisors, who directly supervise journeyman level insulators, asbestos abatement workers, lead-based paint abatement workers, and laborers.

Working through the Insulator Supervisors, performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for the staff, which are clearly communicated through the formal employee performance management system. Works with Insulator Supervisor to evaluate employee performance. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. Develops work improvement plans, recommending personnel actions as necessary. Provides advice and counsel to workers related to work and administrative matters. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area. Reviews and approves or disapproves leave requests. Assures that subordinates are trained and fully comply with the provisions of the safety regulations. Works with the Insulator Supervisor to interview candidates for vacancies and recommends employees for promotion or reassignments.  Approves training for employees. Routinely checks to verify that subordinates are using all required PPE.

The incumbent is responsible for furthering the goals of equal employment opportunity (EEO) by taking positive steps to assure the accomplishment of affirmative action objectives and by adhering to nondiscriminatory employment practices in regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or handicap.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • You must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Your resume and question responses must demonstrate job-related elements.

Must complete asbestos abatement training within six months after appointment (plus attend annual refresher training) as prescribed by 29 CFR 1910.146 and EPA’s Model Accreditation Plan (MAP) which is promulgated in the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) regulations, 40 CFR 763, Subpart E, Appendix C for supervisors and employees prior to being assigned to these duties. Incumbent must have: a current asbestos license to perform asbestos abatement; a current Lead certification license to perform lead-based paint abatement; and a current confined space certification.

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 supervise personnel in the performance of insulation work. 

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 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.

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).

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

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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Review your resume and responses carefully. Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume and your responses to job specific self-assessment questions.

Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate the job elements for this position, possession of any specialized experience, and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement. The self-assessment questions relate to the following job elements and competencies:

-- Supervision  

-- Knowledge of Materials

-- Measurement and Layout  

-- Technical Practices

-- Tools and Equipment  

Your responses to the self-assessment questions serve as the basis for your initial rating. You will receive a numerical score based on your responses to these questions. Next, your responses will be evaluated by a Human Resources Specialist and/or a subject matter expert against the information provided in your resume and optional cover letter. Your resume must support your answers to the self-assessment questions. Falsifying your background, education and/or experience is cause for non-selection or disqualification from further consideration.

Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the “Required Documents” section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application).


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Required Documents

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

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Paulette Dixon-Ellis
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Fax
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Email
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Address
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