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Custodial Worker Leader

Architect of the Capitol · Legislative Branch

This job in plain English

This is a full-time permanent Custodial Worker Leader job at the Architect of the Capitol in Washington, DC, in the House Office Buildings under the Labor and Custodial Branch. The job leads a team of custodial workers and cleans assigned rooms and public areas on a night shift from 9:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. The position is emergency essential, so workers may be asked to report during emergencies.

1 vacancy, and the announcement may be used to fill more vacancies in other Architect of the Capitol jurisdictions

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.
  • Federal employees (excepted service)Current federal employees in the excepted service; the announcement says which agencies count.

Other groups listed above may get extra consideration, for example veterans' preference.

This job is open to the public and to current federal employees in the excepted service. The announcement says you must be a U.S. citizen, but it also lists other eligible groups, such as U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents seeking citizenship, and certain refugees and asylees. Retired federal annuitants may only be considered as temporary employees.

What you would do

  • Lead custodial workers by setting the pace and checking their work
  • Clean floors, walls and ceilings in assigned rooms and public areas
  • Move and work from scaffolds, ladders and man lifts
  • Perform minor maintenance on cleaning equipment, such as changing buffer discs
  • Replenish supplies and collect, sort and dispose of recyclables and wet waste

Do you qualify for WL-4?

With experience: The announcement does not list a specific number of years or a grade level. Your application must show that you have enough experience to do the duties described in the announcement.

With education: There is no educational requirement for this position.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume showing job titles, employment dates, duties and accomplishments
  • Online answers to the vacancy assessment questionnaire
  • Current or former federal employees: pay plan, series and grade on your resume
  • DD-214 or other proof of eligibility if you claim veterans' preference
  • SF-15 and VA disability documentation if you claim a 10-point preference
  • Proof of Selective Service exemption, if you are exempt

How you will be rated: Your questionnaire answers receive a numerical score based on the job elements of leading, work practices, equipment and safety. A Human Resources Specialist and/or subject matter expert then checks your resume and optional cover letter against those answers. Your resume must support your answers, and falsifying your background or experience can lead to disqualification.

Tips for this job:

  • Show the job elements in your resume: leading a team, cleaning and sanitizing, equipment maintenance and safe use of heavy equipment.
  • Include month, day and year for each job, plus hours per week, so your work history is clear.
  • If you are a man born after December 31, 1959, certify Selective Service registration or have proof of exemption ready.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time night shift, 9:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. The position is subject to a 10% night differential in pay.

Incentives and relocation: None stated. Moving and relocation expenses are not authorized. You may be eligible for a higher annual leave accrual rate based on prior work experience.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship or other eligible status as listed in the announcement
  • Pass a drug test before appointment, paid for by the agency
  • Criminal record check by U.S. Capitol Police
  • E-Verify check of your work authorization documents
  • One-year trial or probationary period
  • Selective Service registration for men born after 1959
  • Emergency essential: may need to report to work during emergencies

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$24.00 – $28.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
WL-4 · Wage Leader
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Custodial Working (3566)
Announcement
HOB-2027-030

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