Decorative Plasterer

This position is located in the Office of the Chief Engineer, Construction Management Division, Construction Execution Branch, Construction Execution Section. This position serves as a journey level Decorative Plasterer. If you have expert knowledge of plastering trade practices and skill in using specialized work methods and techniques to apply decorative plaster to antique finishes, this may be the job of your dreams. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. SCREEN-OUT FACTOR: Ability to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARY, NOT TO EXCEED 13 MONTHS. IT IS A POSITION THAT IS SUBJECT TO THE PROJECT NEEDS OF THE AGENCY. THEREFORE, THE APPOINTMENT COULD BE TERMINATED AT ANY TIME DUE TO SHORTAGE OF WORK OR SHORTAGE OF FUNDS. IF PROJECT WORK CONTINUES; HOWEVER, IT COULD BE EXTENDED BEYOND THE 13-MONTH TIME FRAME AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF THE AGENCY TOUR OF DUTY: Night SHIFT (7:00 P.M. - 5:30 A.M.) Monday - Thursday HOURS MAY CHANGE DUE TO OPERATIONAL NEEDS OF MANAGEMENT It is Desirable that the applicant have at least 3 years of Decorative Plastering experience Journey Level Experience Is Required and Must Be Reflected in the Applicant's Work History. This position is located in the Office of the Chief Engineer, Construction Management Division, Construction Execution Branch, Construction Execution Section. As a Decorative Plasterer, the employee is responsible for providing plastering support to new construction and renovation projects in assigned jurisdictions within the Architect of the Capitol. Major Duties: This position is a journey level Decorative Plasterer. Performs maintenance and repair on unique and historically significant plaster walls, ceilings, cornices, and moldings. Prepares surfaces for coating. Tapes, mortars or applies topping cement to joints between dry-wall board sheets to fill joints and nail heads and bring joints into smooth, even planes. Smooths surfaces by wet brushing and sanding. Tapes, mortars or applies topping cement to joints between dry-wall board sheets to fill joints and nail heads and bring joints into smooth, even planes. Smooths surfaces by wet brushing and sanding. Applies plaster to walls and ceilings by spreading and smoothing plaster over laths with trowel. Applies decorative plaster in ornate and patterned finishes to exactly match the previous finish. Repairs ceiling centers, ceiling panels, columns, corbel arches, corbel blocks, cornices, edge moldings, gable trims, molded carvings, pedestals, pediments, pilasters, plaster domes, and plaster fire surrounds. Fabricates and installs replacements for these items as needed. Applies interior and exterior skim-coat and two-coat plaster, Installs metal lath and applies exterior plaster. Applies striping, stippling, graining, and fold highlights on trim moldings. Erects, maintains, and repairs masonry, including brick, concrete block, glazed tile, floor tile, and marble. Follows all relevant safety rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures. Complies 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. Ensures the use of any required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Conditions of Employment 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.