Service Worker/Driver #417

About the role

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Service Worker/Driver. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted. Required Work Experience At least two years of experience driving oversized delivery trucks to deliver materials, preferably including the operation of fork-lifts. Required Special Skills/ Knowledge As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant's proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Knowledge of departmental rules, regulations, procedures and functions. Knowledge of office equipment, computers and relevant software/Web applications, and spreadsheets and databases. Knowledge of alpha/numeric methods used to store items. Physical strength, agility, and dexterity required to perform the work. Ability to safely operate a fork-lift, delivery truck, and other vehicles. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public. Ability to learn traffic routes and the location of governmental buildings and installations in and around the Washington, D.C. area in confined spaces. Ability to communicate effectively. Possession of valid driver's license for at least three years and a good driving record. This position may require the incumbent to be available for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate campus/community, which may include after-hour or weekend work, and to potentially deploy to alternate sites in support of the Senate's contingency operations. Desired Qualifications Valid Forklift Certification with a commitment to maintaining certification. Proficiency in processing inventory requests with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. Familiarity with various shipping methods to facilitate effective coordination of deliveries. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with team members and clients. Basic computer skills for maintaining records and tracking inventory. Working Conditions Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S. Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Work requires frequent physical effort such as walking, sitting, climbing, bending, standing, safely lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds, and pushing and pulling crates or cartons of supplies. Work also requires physical dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, and body in the operation of hand and motorized equipment. Work exposes the employees to noise. Protective equipment such as steel-toed shoes and gloves may be required. Work requires employees to wear uniforms.

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