Sheet Metal Mechanic (Roofing)

Architect of the Capitol • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Architect of the Capitol, Superintendent, Senate Office Buildings, is seeking a journey-level Sheet Metal Mechanic in the Assistant Superintendent Tenant Services Division, Sheet Metal Section. The position involves forming, joining, assembling, and installing sheet metal components for air conditioning, heating, ventilation, copper roofs, and kitchen appliances. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; occasional mandatory overtime on weekends and holidays may be required.

The mechanic plans layouts and develops templates for constructing, assembling, and installing irregular sheet metal items and systems. Work includes evaluating damage or wear, repairing and fabricating components, and installing or modifying systems. The position also includes roofing work, such as tracing leaks, removing old roofing, replacing sheathing and structural members, replacing damaged roof sections, and installing roofing felt or other topping material.

The employee uses trade tools and equipment, including measuring tools, welding and soldering equipment, riveting and mechanical fasteners, forming machines, hand tools, and power tools. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or meet one of the listed Architect of the Capitol paid-employment eligibility categories.
• Must pass a drug test; a negative result is required before appointment for a tentatively selected candidate who is not currently an AOC employee.
• Must demonstrate the required screen-out: joining, assembling, and installing sheet metal components in roofing, welding, and ventilation.
• Must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
• If a male applicant was born after December 31, 1959, must certify Selective Service registration or provide proof of exemption.

Responsibilities

• Plan layouts and develop templates to construct, assemble, and install irregular sheet metal items and systems.
• Evaluate damage or wear to sheet metal components and systems.
• Disassemble, repair, fabricate, assemble, and install sheet metal components.
• Measure sizes, angles, and patterns for repair, replacement, or modification.
• Plan and lay out templates for heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning ductwork, kitchen equipment and exhaust hoods, and copper roof components.
• Join and assemble components using welding, riveting, soldering, mechanical fasteners, forming machines, and other trade tools to prevent system leaks.
• Trace roof leaks; remove old roofing; replace sheathing, boards, beams, and joists; replace cracked roof sections; and install roofing felt or other topping material.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance plans
• Retirement system with investment options
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick and annual leave
• Life insurance
• Incentive systems
• Subsidized transportation
• Training and development opportunities
• Potential credit toward a higher annual leave accrual rate for qualifying prior service
• Eligible employees may participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed