Mason

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be Accepted from Current Architect of The Capitol Employees Only. The resume(s) submitted with the application can be no more than two pages in length. Applications will be accepted from all U.S. Citizens. 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.

The tour of duty for this position is: Monday - Friday 5:00 A.M. - 1:30 PM.  This position may be eligible for Alternate Work Schedule (AWS).

Tour of duty may include holidays and weekends on a regular or recurring basis. Rotating shift work may also be required.  

This position is essential, which means the ideal candidate will be required to report to work during emergencies and inclement weather. 

The individual selected for this position will, perform the following Masonry Work:

Performs a variety of journey-level masonry duties involving the maintenance, repair, alteration or construction of interior and exterior surfaces and structures, such as walls, partitions, floors, walks, drains, gutters and other similar structures built of common brick, face brick, firebrick, cinder block, concrete block, gypsum, glass block, terra cotta and varieties of artificial and natural stone. Makes visual inspection of work to be performed. Determines work methods and processes best suited to the job and plans and lays out work details.

Computes the number of courses of brick and block and corresponding thickness of the mortar so that courses come out evenly with sills, tops of windows, doors and other openings. Follows similar procedures for horizontal dimensions. Mixes mortar and applies to bricks or blocks and lays to form overlapping joints. Cuts brick and blocks to size with hammer or skill saw. Checks vertical and horizontal alignment of structures with level and plumb bob. Points up brick and stone work which involves stripping out old mortar, brushing out dust and dirt and applying new mortar with trowel.

Performs decorative stone, marble, granite and brick work. Repairs and maintains stone and brick joints by cleaning, cutting, raking and repointing with mortar and caulking compound. Mixes color toned mortar to match the color of the existing mortar. Takes care to match the color and texture of all materials worked.

Lays bricks and blocks. Sets stones and other materials on walls and partitions. Matches, cuts, cleans and polishes bluestone, flagstone, granite, limestone, marble, sandstone and terra cotta.

Repairs damaged marble cornices. Cuts and replaces metal hangers. Remounts, levels and points joints. When needed, repairs and re-sets marble moldings around doorways. When making repairs, locates matching materials and removes and replaces marble panels.

Uses hand and power tools such as brick and skill saw to cut and shape brick. Uses ax, chisel, hammer and pick to cut and shape stone. Uses other tools of the masonry trade such as caulking guns, cement mixers, chisels, drills, electric hammers, electric masonry saws, floats, grinders, Hilti masonry guns, jack hammers, levels, napping hammers, plumb bobs, pressure washers, squares, terrazzo finishing machines, rakes, shovels and trowels to maintain and repair columns, doorways, walls and stone cornices.

When working with other trades to make renovations or performing new construction, cuts openings in walls and finishes exposed surfaces.

Cuts and lays tile to ensure proper fit. Ensures color, texture, and size match existing materials. Sets, polishes, and repairs terrazzo.

Utilize knowledge of and comply with applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Congressional Workplace Rights, and AOC rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner. Provides or receives training, either on-the-job or through classroom training, to ensure that all safety practices and equipment are fully utilized. Uses required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

The performance of masonry work may require exposure to a variety of weather conditions while outdoors. Additionally, the incumbent may be subject to danger of falling when working from ladders, platforms, swing stage and scaffolds. The incumbent is exposed to dust and dirt while mixing mortar and while handling various masonry materials. The incumbent is required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment while working, including fall protection and respirators and a respirator will be required when exposed to lead paint, lead containments and dusty/dirty areas.

Conditions of employment

• 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.
• You must be a U.S. Citizen.

“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 the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and/or educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series

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.

Your resume must show that you have sufficient experience with performing masonry repairs on historic structures using a variety of applications

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 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:

-- Knowledge of Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

-- Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)

-- Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

-- Knowledge of masonry materials

-- Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of masonry materials

-- Ability to use and maintain masonry tools

-- Knowledge of masonry layout and measurement

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).

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.

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