Summary
The Architect of the Capitol, Senate Office Buildings, Maintenance Branch is seeking an Insulator Pipe Coverer who serves as a journey-level Insulator responsible for the installation, demolition, maintenance and repair of insulating materials on piping, HVAC and equipment systems throughout the Architect of the Capitol campus.
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
See Requirements Section
Duties
Tour of duty for this position is: Monday – Friday 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Work schedule may require some occasionally mandatory overtime on holidays AND weekends.
Duties:
Installs insulating materials on ducts, pumps, valves and boilers to limit heat transference, reduce condensation and limit sound.
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, asbestos and abatement.
Complies with OSHA and EPA safety and reporting requirements as well as NIOSH, NESHAP, AHERA regulatory requirements. Performs duties that may involve handling and/or removal of friable and non-friable asbestos and lead-based and lead-containing paint (herein referred to as lead paint), as well as suspect polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in building materials.
Plans and performs work involving the removal of lead paint following the lead exposure in construction, 29 CFR 1926.62. Work will require the ability to glove bag, build containments, and work with an Industrial Hygienist when needed. These requirements will apply to asbestos-containing materials as well.
Plans and performs work involving removal and installation of a variety of insulating materials on air ducts, heaters, generators, pumps, piping, evaporators, refrigeration units and boilers.
Removes, repairs, encloses and encapsulates asbestos-containing insulation and other asbestos-containing building products, including but not limited to surfacing materials, thermal systems insulation, friable miscellaneous materials, and non-friable suspected asbestos-containing building materials, as well as occasional suspect waste products.
Ensures that proper precautions are taken to reduce the possibility of releasing asbestos fibers or lead into the environment during repair, removal and encapsulation operations. Awareness of and abiding by silica in construction standard (29 CFR 1926.1153) for these projects as well.
Repairs damaged insulation and upgrades existing insulation for increased performance.
Measures, cuts, trims and fits insulating materials on regular shaped surfaces of pipes, tanks, boilers, ducts and other structures, which have irregular and straight runs or surfaces and curves.
Uses various types of insulating materials, such as cork, calcium silicate, magnesia, rock wool, glass wool and spun glass. Mixes loose materials into cement or plaster forms for trowel application.
Insulates surfaces of pipes, ducts, valves, fittings, flanges, boilers, tanks, evaporators, refrigerating units and similar structures.
Saws or shears sections of insulation to size and trims them to fit. Cuts out irregular shapes for valves, fittings, flanges and similar parts.
Secures insulation in place with wire, metal straps, special twine or cements insulation to surface where appropriate. Fills joints and cracks with appropriate insulating cement. Cuts and fits glass cloth, canvas cloth, aluminum, sheet metal or other fabrics to wrap or cover insulation.
Must complete training as prescribed by 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)1910 within first six months after assigned to these duties and attend annual refresher courses.
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.
The position requires confined space and asbestos abatement certifications.
And:
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.
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.
Must have Journey- level experience independently performing the following:
1.) Using methods to install and repair insulation and the components of insulation pipe covering systems.
2.) Containment barriers for hazardous materials removal involving asbestos.
Experience must be reflected in resume
Education
No education required
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 http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.asp#6.
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.
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.
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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 knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) 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 knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies:
Appropriate Level of Supervision - Skilled in independently evaluating areas to be insulated and estimate the types and amount of insulation required
Technical Practices.- Skilled in knowing procedures, regulations and methods governing the containment and/or removal of hazardous materials, i.e., asbestos, lead, raw sewage, etc.
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading)- Skilled in read, write and understand blueprints, specifications and sketches; must be able to use practical mathematics, lay out work, follow standard procedures and perform unusual or difficult operations.
Knowledge of Materials - Skilled in using and applying vapor sealing compounds and waterproof covers, insulation jackets, insuring that double layers of insulation overlap.
Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment - Skilled in using tools associated with the trade such as knives, trowels, staple guns, scissors and metal cutting shears.
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
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.
NEED HELP?
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.
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.