Facilities Services Leader

Smithsonian Institution•Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Facilities Services Leader works in an Office of Facilities Management-serviced Smithsonian Institution facility and supports overall facility maintenance. The role leads Building Service Workers/Facilities Services Workers as they perform physical labor, operate equipment, and carry out general custodial duties. The leader checks work in progress and upon completion to ensure instructions, work sequences, procedures, methods, and deadlines are followed. The position also provides the supervisor with input on employee performance appraisals, position descriptions, and additional on-the-job training needs. The leader reports apparent defects in building or exhibit systems and apparent safety hazards to a supervisor or leader. Work may include late shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Possess the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties, as demonstrated by overall experience and training.
Meet the qualification requirements by the job opportunity announcement’s closing date.
Be able to perform moderately heavy work, including lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions with exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, and insects.
Be able to climb ladders and stairs and stand and walk for extended periods.
Pass a pre-employment background investigation.
Maintain a bank account for direct deposit or electronic transfer.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Building Service Workers/Facilities Services Workers performing physical labor, equipment operations, and general custodial duties.
Check work in progress and when completed to verify that instructions concerning work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines have been followed.
Provide the supervisor with input on performance appraisals, position descriptions, and employees’ additional on-the-job training requirements.
Notify a supervisor or leader of apparent defects in building and exhibit systems, including leaks, cracks, breaks, or unusual smells, and of apparent safety hazards.
Perform heavy manual tasks and maintain facility cleanliness in support of overall facility maintenance.