Below are the opportunities currently open for applications via USAJOBS.gov.

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Materials Handler (Forklift Operator)

The incumbent operates a forklift to transport compressed bales of cardboard, magazines, newspapers, books, bottles and materials compressed by a baling machine. The incumbent also receives incoming vendor shipments and assists with disposal of waste materials such as cans and recyclable metals as well as ensures committee rooms and other areas where access is restricted to day operations are cleaned.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
6907
Materials Handler
Grade Level
WG
06
Salary
$25.89
$30.20

Carpenter

These positions are located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Construction Division, Construction Branch. The selectee will be responsible for providing carpentry support to new construction and renovation projects in assigned jurisdictions within the Architect of the Capitol.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4607
Carpentry
Grade Level
WG
09
Salary
$31.81
$37.19

Safety and Occupational Health Manager

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of Safety and Code Compliance, Safety Division. The incumbent establishes policy and conducts oversight to ensure compliance with safety, fire and environmental laws and regulations. The Safety Division is responsible for policy and program development, implementation support and evaluations with regards to occupational health, safety and industrial hygiene.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0018
Safety and Occupational Health Management
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Supervisory General Engineer

The position is organizationally located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Director, Utilities and Power Plant Operations, Assistant Director, Utility Services Division, Utility Distribution Branch. The incumbent serves as Supervisory General Engineer, Utility Distribution Branch, and provides leadership and management of operations, maintenance and repair of utility distribution systems and tunnels involved in distributing steam and chilled water.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Health and Fitness Specialist

Position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Senate Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent Client Services Division, Senate Staff Health and Fitness Facility. Responsible for administering programs in exercise, general nutrition, stress management, and other preventive health measures to Members of Congress. Provides activities to enhance the health, physical fitness and restorative needs of the Members, including group exercise classes and general strength and balance development.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0640
Health Aid And Technician
Grade Level
GS
11
Salary
$82,764.00
$107,590.00

Supervisory Electrical Engineer

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Engineer, Energy and Design Services Division, Electrical Engineering Branch. The selectee provides expertise in the design, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic systems for the AOC. ** A Professional Engineering license is highly desirable, but not required.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0850
Electrical Engineering
Grade Level
GS
14 - 15
Salary
$139,395.00
$191,900.00

Elevator Mechanic (Electronics)

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Superintendent, House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent, Facilities Operations Division, Elevator Branch. The incumbent is an Elevator Mechanic (Electronics) and performs a variety of electronic functions in connection with the inspection, maintenance and repair of elevators, lifts, escalators and various industrial equipment in the House Office Buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5301
Miscellaneous Industrial Equipment Maintenance
Grade Level
WG
11 - 12
Salary
$35.33
$43.32

Elevator Mechanic (Electronics) Worker

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, House Office Buildings, Facilities Operations Division, Elevator Branch. The selectee assists with a variety of electronic functions in connection with the inspection, maintenance and repair of elevators, lifts, escalators and various industrial equipment in the House office Buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5301
Miscellaneous Industrial Equipment Maintenance
Grade Level
WG
05 - 08
Salary
$23.72
$35.10

Mechanical Engineer

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Energy and Design Services Division, Fire Protection and Mechanical Engineering Branch. The selectee will be responsible for carrying out projects involving the design, installation, replacement, modernization, inspection and testing of central heating, cooling, and plumbing systems.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0830
Mechanical Engineering
Grade Level
GS
11 - 12
Salary
$82,764.00
$128,956.00

Supervisory Contract Specialist

This position is located at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Supplies, Services and Material Management Division (SSMMD), Simplified Acquisition Branch (SAB). The Supervisory Contract Specialist (Branch Chief) performs a variety of duties, functions and responsibilities of the Division for inviting competitive bids, quotes, and proposals between the AOC and private concerns for acquisition of supplies and services on behalf of the agency.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
1102
Contracting
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Management and Program Analyst (Senior Analyst)

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Human Capital Management Division (HCMD). The senior analyst and advisor is responsible for advising management regarding workforce planning and position management, data analytics projects and program reporting. The position also serves as a HCMD representative managing and coordinating data requests from internal and external sources including Congressional Oversight.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0343
Management And Program Analysis
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Gardener (Advanced) Supervisor

This position is located at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC); Office of the Chief of Operations, Capitol Grounds and Arboretum; Gardening Division. The Selectee will be responsible for the management, planning, operation, and appearance of the AOC gardens and grounds and their meeting the highest standards of horticultural excellence. Supervises Gardeners through subordinate supervisors and leaders. The position is emergency essential.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5003
Gardening
Grade Level
WS
09
Salary
$41.97
$48.97

Human Resources Specialist (Talent Acquisition Program Manager)

This is an exciting opportunity at the Architect of the Capitol (AOC). We are seeking an experienced talent acquisition program manager to join our team. In this role, you will be part of an amazing team responsible for attracting and hiring top talent and for developing and executing the AOC talent acquisition strategy to fill mission critical positions. If you are a results driven, self-starter and ready to use creativity to advance the mission, this is a great opportunity.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0201
Human Resources Management
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Motor Vehicle Operator (Laborer)

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Superintendent Capitol Building, Assistant Facilities Support Division, Labor Branch. The selected candidate operates motor vehicles to include driving a box truck with a Gross Vehicle Weight(GVW) of 19,500 pounds and performs laborer duties in support of the Capitol Building operations. A CDL is not required.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5703
Motor Vehicle Operating
Grade Level
WG
06
Salary
$25.89
$30.20

Information Technology Specialist (Human Resources Information Systems)

This position is in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO), Human Capital Management Division (HCMD). The Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) program manager is responsible for overseeing and maintaining HCMD’s suite of human resources information systems and providing technical expertise on system operations, personnel applications, and programs to improve human resources work methods and procedures through automation.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
2210
Information Technology Management
Grade Level
GS
14
Salary
$139,395.00
$181,216.00

Pipefitter

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Assistant Superintendent, Facility Operations Division, Maintenance Branch, Plumbing Section. The selectee serves as an Journeyman level Pipefitter and/or Plumber performing troubleshooting, repair and installing plumbing systems and components in assigned Capitol Complex work sites that include monumental iconic historic buildings with a complex infrastructure on Capitol Hill.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4204
Pipefitting
Grade Level
WG
11
Salary
$35.33
$41.28

Arborist

The USBG is comprised of nearly 70 positions across four divisions: Administrative, Learning and Engagement, Horticulture, and Operations. The USBG inspires people to appreciate, study, and conserve plants to enrich society locally and globally. The USBG provides educational experiences to 1 million visitors annually, presents horticultural displays and exhibits, strives to break down barriers to inclusion, and advances the exchange of ideas and information. Learn more: U.S. Botanic Garden.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5042
Tree Trimming And Removing
Grade Level
WG
10
Salary
$33.61
$39.26

Floor Maintenance Trainee/Helper

The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol; Office of the Chief of Operations; Superintendent, Capitol Building; Assistant Superintendent, Client Services Division; Labor Branch, Night Labor Division. The purpose of the position is to clean floors, carpets, and walls for areas throughout the Capitol Building. Cleans surfaces made of bronze, concrete, glass, plastic, linoleum, marble, porcelain, sandstone, stainless steel, tile, and wood.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
3501
Miscellaneous General Services and Support Work
Grade Level
WG
05
Salary
$23.72
$27.67

Visitor Assistant

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), in the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center (CVC). The CVC is the public’s front door to the U.S. Capitol, offering tours and education programs as well as supporting congressional events. Our goal is to inform, involve and inspire every visitor to the U.S. Capitol. The CVC has 200 employees across five divisions: Visitor Services, Exhibits and Education, Retail, Communications and Marketing, and Planning, Operations and Evaluation.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0090
Guide
Grade Level
GS
05
Salary
$45,146.00
$58,686.00

Subway Car Operator

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Superintendent, House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent, Facility Operations Division, Elevator Branch. The incumbent works as a Subway Car Operator. The incumbent also performs laborer tasks and serves as an Elevator Operator as needed.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
5701
Miscellaneous Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operating
Grade Level
WG
04
Salary
$21.54
$25.10

Personnel Security Specialist (Lead Adjudicator)

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of Chief Security Officer (OCSO), Assistant Director, Security Division, Security & Suitability Branch. The Personnel Security Specialist (Lead Adjudicator) performs a variety of security tasks in support of the AOC security program. This position is considered "essential" for the purpose of reporting to work when the facility might otherwise be closed.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0080
Security Administration
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Purchasing Agent

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Superintendent, Capitol Building, Assistant Superintendent, Client Services Division, Service Center Branch, The candidate provides operational support for jurisdiction purchasing, customer service and office management.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
1105
Purchasing
Grade Level
GS
06
Salary
$50,326.00
$65,425.00

Fire Protection Engineer

The Architect of the Capitol, Office of Safety and Code Compliance, Fire Marshal Division is seeking a reliable and detail oriented Fire Protection Engineer to review and provide recommendations for the design, construction and/or modification of fire protection systems, equipment, assemblies for buildings under the jurisdiction of the Architect of the Capitol.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0804
Fire Protection Engineering
Grade Level
GS
12 - 13
Salary
$99,200.00
$153,354.00

Laborer (Recycler) Leader

The position is organizationally located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent Client Services Division, Labor and Custodial Branch. The incumbent is a working leader and will provide work instructions to other employees and perform the same type work as that being led. Incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and any other license required for the type vehicle being operated.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
3502
Laboring
Grade Level
WL
04
Salary
$23.67
$27.58

Electrical Engineer

This position is in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Utilities and Power Plant Operations, Assistant Director of Utility Services Division. The incumbent serves as an Electrical Engineer providing expertise in the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and electronic systems for the Capitol Power Plant (CPP) Utility Distribution Systems.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0850
Electrical Engineering
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic (Maintenance)

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Superintendent, Senate Office Buildings. The incumbent is a Journeyman and installs, maintains, evaluates and adjusts, repairs and calibrates electronic control equipment and systems in support of smart building controls and commercial refrigeration and Cooking equipment repair in the Senate Office Buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
2606
Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic
Grade Level
WG
12
Salary
$37.14
$43.32

Legislative Affairs Specialist

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of Legislative and Public Affairs (LPA). The selectee will perform House legislative liaison activities between the AOC, the Congress and external stakeholders on a broad range of AOC program activities.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0301
Miscellaneous Administration And Program
Grade Level
GS
12 - 13
Salary
$99,200.00
$153,354.00

Pipefitter

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Capitol Building, Capitol Building and Capitol Visitor Center Operations and Maintenance Division, Maintenance Branch, Plumbing Section. The selectee will serve as a journey-level or expert Pipefitter responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and installing plumbing systems and components in assigned Capitol Complex work sites that include monumental iconic historic buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4204
Pipefitting
Grade Level
WG
08 - 11
Salary
$30.21
$41.28

Wood Crafter

These positions are located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), House Office Buildings, Tenant Services Division, Carpentry Branch. The AOC seeks temporary wood crafters for the upcoming 119th Congressional Moves. Wood Crafters will begin November 2024 and terminate at the conclusion of the project. Since office moves are scheduled 6 days a week, overtime may be required and will be mandatory.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4605
Wood Crafting
Grade Level
WG
10
Salary
$33.61
$39.26

Decorative Plasterer

The House Office Buildings seeks temporary Decorative Plasterers for the upcoming 119th Congressional Moves. Temporary plasterers will begin approximately the week of November 2024 and terminate at the conclusion of the project. Since office moves are scheduled six days a week, overtime may be required and will be mandatory. The selectees will serve as journey level Plasterers and perform standard painting tasks when necessary.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
3605
Plastering
Grade Level
WG
11
Salary
$32.33
$41.28

Painter

The House Office Buildings, Painting Branch seeks temporary painters for the upcoming 119th Congressional Transitions. Temporary painters will begin approximately November 2024 and terminate at the conclusion of the project. Since office moves are scheduled six days a week, overtime may be required and will be mandatory. Painters use standard methods and special finishing techniques to perform coating work on furnishings and buildings.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
4102
Painting
Grade Level
WG
09
Salary
$31.81
$37.19

General Engineer/Architect

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Project Management Division. The selectee manages building construction, renovation and/or infrastructure projects and is responsible for life-cycle project supervision, providing expertise, coordination, oversight and direction for multiple projects throughout the agency.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0801
General Engineering
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00

Construction Representative

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief Engineer, Project Management Division, Construction Management Branch. The selectee will work on highly visible projects that involve great historical significance and require the use of specialized construction methods to accomplish.
Opening Date
Closing Date
Job Family (Series)
0809
Construction Control Technical
Grade Level
GS
13
Salary
$117,962.00
$153,354.00