Amp- Pipefitter (Trainee) Amp

Summary
The incumbent serves in the Architect of the Capitol's Architect's Mobility Program (AMP) as a Pipefitter Worker. The position acquires on-the-job training in the basics of pipefitting as well as formal classroom training, and performs progressively more difficult worker level tasks which assist journey level Pipefitters with more complex duties.
This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency
Applications will be accepted from current Architect of the Capitol (AOC) employees with at least one (1) year of permanent service OR one (1) year or more of current continuous service at grades GS-1 through GS-8 OR WG-1 through WG-8 OR WL-1 through WL-8 or other equivalent wage rates. If you do not meet any of these categories, you are NOT eligible.
Duties
Tour of Duty: Monday through Friday - 2nd shift, 12:30pm to 9:00pm
This position is designated as "Emergency/Essential," the incumbent will be required to report to work during emergencies and inclement weather conditions.
Supervisor has the right to Assign, Shift Changes and working hours and to accommodate agency's needs.
Carries and handles tools, fittings and equipment for the journeyman Pipefitter, holding pipes during assembly, and screwing or bolting pipe hangers to walls or ceilings.
Tightens pipe connections and valves and cuts or drills previously marked holes in walls. Cleans tools, machines, and equipment and keeps work areas clean and orderly.
Assists in covering exposed sections of pipe to prevent freezing or to retain heat in hot water lines. Uses such tools as bract and bit, keyhole saw, chisel and hammer, or electric drill.
Assists with the installation, maintenance, and repair of high temperature water and high-pressure piping systems such as, steam heating, and steam-generating systems.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Applicants are required to submit a supervisory evaluation as part of the application package.
1. Please direct your supervisor to the following website to complete the supervisory evaluation: https://edocs.aoc.gov/sites/webdocs/HCMD/HCMD%20Forms/Supervisor%20Evaluation%20Form.pdf
2. Please have your supervisor forward the AMP Supervisory Evaluation Form to Franky.Reese@aoc.gov
3. If the evaluation is not received, you will be deemed "ineligible" and will not receive further consideration.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• You must be able to pass a drug test.
• Your resume and question responses must demonstrate job-related KSAs,
• Must be a current permanent employee with at least 1 yr of service at AOC.

***YOU MUST HAVE YOUR CURRENT SUPERVISOR SUBMIT A SUPERVISORY EVALUATION FORM ON YOUR BEHALF. PLEASE DIRECT YOUR SUPERVISOR TO https://edocs.aoc.gov/sites/webdocs/HCMD/HCMD%20Forms/Supervisor%20Evaluation%20Form.pdf. PLEASE HAVE YOUR SUPERVISOR FORWARD THE EVALUATION FORM TO: Franky.Reese@aoc.gov
IMPORTANT NOTE: Applicants are required to submit a supervisory evaluation as part of the application package.

• Please direct your supervisor to the following website to complete the supervisory evaluation: https://edocs.aoc.gov/sites/webdocs/HCMD/HCMD%20Forms/Supervisor%20Evaluation%20Form.pdf
• Please have your supervisor forward the AMP Supervisory Evaluation Form to franky.reese@aoc.gov
• If the evaluation is not received, you will be deemed "ineligible" and will not receive further consideration.

"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.

• Ability to perform work in pipefitter trade occupations without more than normal supervision.

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 theSelective 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:
Ability to apply knowledge and skills
-Ability to work with others in a team
-Ability to accomplish assigned tasks
-Ability to exercise initiative
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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• 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.
• Required Documents
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  he Architect of the Capitol's job application process is designed to ensure that we only ask you for the information that is absolutely needed to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position.
  To apply for this position, you only need to submit online the following: a) your resume and 2) answer the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant supplemental information. No additional documentation or attachment is required at the time of application.
  We ask that you prepare and submit a resume that best describes fully your background experience, skills, abilities, education, training and other relevant credentials. The resume should include dates of employment.
  Nothing further is required until it is requested by the staff of the Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for a position, you will be asked to provide it during the selection process or upon selection. At that point, we may ask you to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.
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