Summary
The position is in the Architect of the Capitol, House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent, Facilities Operations Division, Mechanical Systems Branch.
Duties
The Maintenance Mechanic Assistant Supervisor shares responsibility with the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor for planning, scheduling, and coordinating work operations; and solving problems related to the work performed by Pipefitters, Insulators, Welders, Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanics, Industrial Equipment Mechanics, Maintenance Mechanic Workers, and/or Maintenance Mechanic Helpers in the Mechanical Systems Branch. The tour of duty is Monday-Friday 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Note: This position is emergency essential - Depending on the type of emergency the employee may be required to report to work during emergency situations. Duties include, but are not limited to: Participate with the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor in performing administrative and technical supervisory functions for subordinates. Assign duties to subordinates, and assist in evaluating their performance. Develop performance requirements for subordinates and ensure a mutual understanding of the performance standards. Resolve complaints and grievances as delegated by higher level supervisors. Provides leadership to ensure support for equal employment opportunity (EEO) goals and requirements. Make recommendations to the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor concerning personnel matters such as employment and promotion; initiate disciplinary actions; schedule and approve leave; and keep time and attendance records. Make preventative maintenance inspections, major overhauls, installations and emergency repairs to exhaust fans, steam operated kitchen equipment, heating equipment, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, humidifiers, pneumatic or digital controls, hot water generators, and other equipment. Assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of high temperature water and high-pressure piping systems such as, steam heating, and steam-generating systems. Work with Plumbers and Pipefitters and A/C Equipment Mechanics to perform required maintenance, inspections and repairs. Order and accept deliveries, counts stock, and loads and unloads trucks. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
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.
Education
There is no educational requirement for this position.
How you will be evaluated
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 relate to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement. The self-assessment questions relate to the following job elements and competencies: Ability to supervise trade positions and assign work functions to subordinates consistent with overall work plans to assure the efficient accomplishment of work assignments to meet organizational goals and objectives. Knowledge of technical practices, equipment systems, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting associated with the air conditioning and pipefitting trades. Skill in the use of tools and diagnostic equipment in the air conditioning and pipefitting trades. Knowledge of the repair of a variety of equipment and mechanical systems. 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). You may preview questions for this vacancy.