This position is in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Vehicle Services Administration, Vehicle Inspection Station. The mission of the District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles (DC DMV) is to promote the safe operation of motor vehicles and public safety, while providing outstanding customer service.

The position functions as Laborer and will be assigned to one (1) of two (2) DC Government Motor Vehicles Inspection Facilities responsible for inspection various types of motor vehicles.

Duties

Performs a variety of manual labor functions, such as general cleaning and housekeeping task that are applied by personal knowledge or from experience. Maintains the record room, offices, squad room, lavatories, boiler room, motor vehicle inspection lanes, vehicle parking lot, surrounding ground, etc. Responsible for the proper use and care of all tools and/or equipment used.

Picks up debris on the grounds of the facility and maintains the lawn by suing a mower. Utilizes a forklift that extends up to a heigh of sixteen (16) feet to replace a light. Operates power cleaning machines for waxing, polishing, or buffing, and adjust the brushes. Keep moving parts of equipment and machinery clean and lubricated. Uses a 12-to-24-foot extension ladder to wash windows.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, at least one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

The work is performed outside in all kinds of weather and inside in areas that may be dusty, drafty, and noisy. When working outside the incumbent is exposed to the possibility of bruises, cuts and scrapes. Incumbent works around moving vehicles stationary and mobile equipment, and on concrete floors which become slippery from oil, engine coolant, and other liquid and solid residue.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires frequent moving, pushing, climbing, bending, and lifting materials or equipment weighing up to fifty pounds (50 lbs.) while controlling the movement of power machinery, etc. There are long periods of standing, walking, reaching, squatting, and kneeling.

PROMOTION POTENTIAL

None

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS

Tour of Duty: Rotating Seasonal Shifts, Tuesday – Saturday

Duration of Appointment: Career Service Appointment Permanent

Location: Vehicle Services Administration, 1001 Half Street, SW Washington DC 20024

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is in a collective bargaining unit represented by AFGE, Local 1975 and may require paying an agency service fee through direct deposit deduction.

The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability Safety.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.

Contact information: All inquiries related to employment and job application should be directed to HR Answers: (202) 442-9700.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation