Pipefitter Landscape Irrigation

Summary

This position serves as a Pipefitter and performs journey level duties and responsibilities in plumbing and pipefitting throughout the Capitol Grounds, primarily with landscape irrigation systems. Performs both pipefitting and plumbing duties based upon availability to respond to job needs during their shift.

The position is considered essential and is required to report during emergency situations.

This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all U.S. Citizens.

Note:Please be advised that federal retired annuitant candidates may only be considered as a temporary employee if the role can be filled in that capacity.

Duties

The position is organizationally located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief Operating Officer, Superintendent Capitol Grounds and Arboretum, Maintenance Division, Plumbing Branch. The position serves as a Pipefitter and performs journey level duties and responsibilities in plumbing and pipefitting throughout the Capitol Grounds, primarily with landscape irrigation systems. Performs both pipefitting and plumbing duties based upon availability to respond to job needs during their shift.

Upon selection, must be able to obtain a Confined Space Certification required for sewer clean-outs, a Backflow Prevention Certification, and be Fall Protection Certified.

Major Duties:

Responsible for the installation of major 12 inch diameter, steel pipe for fire hydrant installation and repair within the perimeter of the Capitol Grounds. Installs backflow preventers/backflow check valves, involving major excavation and the cutting of steel pipe typical of the Pipefitting occupation. Utilizes excavation equipment, including a Ditch-witch (for more than one mile of trenching), Bobcat, Tractors, Sewer Machine for catch basins, as well as the K50 snake. Ensures that fire hydrants meet D.C. Water and Sewer Authority (WASA) and AOC service testing requirements annually.

Installs, maintains and repairs complex landscape irrigation systems including electronically controlled large output heads to drip irrigation tape. This includes programmable valves, timing and water control flow valves.

Lays out and installs piping and water delivery components; backflow prevention components; mechanical, hydraulic and electrical irrigation controls; and other irrigation system components.

Troubleshoots and repairs irrigation components and systems.

Collects site data in regards to landscape water requirements and use.

Makes maintenance recommendations and performs minor repairs.

Performs field measurements and observations.

Determines irrigation uniformity and efficiency.

Develops a basic irrigation schedule in conjunction with gardening teams.

Works with gardening teams to manage overall irrigation water use.

Executes irrigation projects to meet all specifications and requirements.

Prepares installation sites, including layout, staking, excavation, boring, trenching, grading and backfilling.

Identifies and implements system upgrades and modifications and manages the control system to provide the most efficient irrigation possible.

Provides direction to the end-users on system use, scheduling, maintenance and water conservation.

Responsible to install and maintain exterior drinking fountains.

Responsible to maintain the historic exterior ornamental fountains throughout the Capitol campus. This process includes seasonal startups and shut downs as well as cleaning and maintenance through the season.

Works with other skilled trades such as masons and electricians in conjunction with ongoing maintenance and preservation of ornamental fountains.

Troubleshoots piping systems and related fixtures for water conservation efficiency. Repairs leaks in pipeline systems in accordance with specifications and codes. Repairs piping by bolting, brazing, gluing, fusing, soldering and replacing with new couplings including Pro-Press.

Provides or receives training, either on-the-job or through classroom training, to ensure that all safety practices and equipment are fully utilized. Uses required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Requirements Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen.
• You must be able to pass a drug test.
• Your resume and question responses must demonstrate job-related elements.

Requirements:

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.

WG-10:

You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT:Journey-level pipefitting experience to include installation or repair of irrigation systems.

WG-11:

You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT:Journey-level pipefitting experience to include installation or repair of irrigation systems and experience utilizing automated irrigation systems

Additional informationWelcome 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 emp.