Machinist

Machinist

Department: Legislative Branch

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $36.49 - $42.63 Per Hour

Job Summary: We love our jobs. Do you? Come work with us as a Machinist, located in the esteemed Architect of the Capitol, Library Buildings and Grounds, Tenant Services Division, Projects Branch, Machine Division. You will be responsible for performing locksmith tasks including the installation, maintenance, and repair of locks, latches, and door hardware. You will also calibrate and maintain tools and equipment used by other trade shops.

Major Duties:

• Tours of Duty: Day Shift: Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm Evening Shift: Monday through Friday, 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm Duties include, but are not limited to: Troubleshooting and repairing items of equipment and machinery including: overhead door barrels, security gate systems, parking gate arms, loading dock levelers, and other items of equipment. Performing maintenance on shop machines by oiling, greasing, cleaning, and making minor repairs. Following work orders, drawings and specifications to set up and operate machining tools including: drill press, grinders, lathes, milling machine, planer, and shaper. Calibrating and maintaining tools and equipment used by elevator mechanics, plumbers, carpenters, and electricians as needed. Performing locksmith tasks in the installation, maintenance and repair of locks, latches, and door hardware. Performing maintenance on components of power rotary lawn mowers, riding mowers, and small tillers. Sharpening hand and machine tools, such as gardening tools, planers, press cutters, joiners, and scissors. The incumbent must follow all relevant safety rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures. Must utilize knowledge of and must comply with all OSHA safety rules and regulations to ensure that work progresses in a safe manner. Receives training, either on the job or through classroom training, to ensure that all safety practices and equipment are fully utilized. Must ensure the use of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Qualifications: You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position Ability to perform Machinist duties and responsibilities without more than normal supervision to include: Independently determining the work procedures, machine tools and attachments to be used, and the sequence of operation to accomplish each job; Creating custom set ups and methods when drawings are incomplete or unclear; and Using hand tools and power tools.

How to Apply: You MUST apply online. FORMS RECEIVED BY FAX, EMAIL OR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. If you are a new user to the USAJOBS Site and have never registered for an account; you will first need to create an account profile with your basic contact information and a resume to begin applying. You must be a registered USAJOBS user AND you must be signed-in to your account in order to apply for this position. For help with setting up an account or for general assistance in using USAJOBS, go to USAJOBS Help Page. NEED HELP? If you experience any difficulties with the application site, help is available! If you have problems completing your on-line application, contact the Monster Hiring Management Help Desk at 1-866-656-6831 or by e-mail at MGSHELP@monster.com. The help desk is available Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time. You may call and leave a voice mail message at all other times. All required supporting documents will be collected electronically via the USAJOBS “Saved Documents” feature. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may visit our Employment Center for technical assistance in entering your application. The Employment Center is located at 441 Second & D Streets S.W., Washington, D.C., Room H2-178, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You may call (202) 226-7000 for directions.

Application Deadline: 2026-04-02