Service Worker / Driver #101 Job in Washington DC, DC

Required Work Experience

• At least two years of experience driving oversized delivery trucks to deliver materials, preferably including the operation of fork-lifts.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge

• Knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, procedures and functions.
• Knowledge of office equipment, computers and relevant software/Web applications, and spreadsheets and databases.
• Knowledge of alpha/numeric methods used to store items.
• Physical strength, agility, and dexterity required to perform the work.
• Ability to safely operate a fork-lift, delivery truck, and other vehicles.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to learn traffic routes and the location of governmental buildings and installations in and around the Washington, D.C. area in confined spaces.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Possession of valid driver’s license for at least three years and a good driving record.
• This position may require the incumbent to be available for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate campus/community, which may include after-hour or weekend work, and to potentially deploy to alternate sites in support of the Senate’s contingency operations.

As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. 

Desired Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Certification with a commitment to maintaining certification.
• Proficiency in processing inventory requests with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Familiarity with various shipping methods to facilitate effective coordination of deliveries.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with team members and clients.
• Basic computer skills for maintaining records and tracking inventory.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Work requires frequent physical effort such as walking, sitting, climbing, bending, standing, safely lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds, and pushing and pulling crates or cartons of supplies.
• Work also requires physical dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, and body in the operation of hand and motorized equipment.
• Work exposes the employees to noise. Protective equipment such as steel-toed shoes and gloves may be required.
• Work requires employees to wearing uniforms.

The Sergeant at Arms is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the requirements of Senate rules, regulations, and applicable Federal Laws. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please email employment@saa.senate.gov with “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line. No moving, relocation or pre-employment travel expenses will be paid for this position, or while in application for this position.

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.

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.

Email

employment@saa.senate.gov

Address

U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms
SH-142 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC, Washington, DC 20001