PRODUCTION SHOP PLANNER (COMPOSITE/PLASTIC FABRICATOR)
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Fabric Worker (Drapery Fabricator) Helper
Architect of the Capitol
Legislative Branch
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Salary
$24.50 - $28.58
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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April 30, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This entry-level job helps experienced workers make, install, and maintain window draperies and perform basic upholstery on furniture in the Senate office buildings.
It involves hands-on tasks like using sewing machines, cleaning fabrics, and keeping the workshop tidy, with opportunities to learn more advanced skills over time.
It's a good fit for someone starting out in fabric work or upholstery who is reliable, eager to learn, and comfortable with physical labor in a government setting.
Key Requirements
- General knowledge of basic upholstery tasks, including drapery fabrication and sewing
- Ability to assist with operating regular and industrial sewing machines
- Skill in hand-sewing various fabrics for window treatments
- Experience or willingness to perform cleaning, conditioning, and basic repairs on leather and fabric furniture
- Capability to maintain shop cleanliness, including sweeping, general cleaning, and basic equipment upkeep
- Adherence to safety protocols, including use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Availability for early shift: Monday-Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Full Job Description
The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Senate Office Buildings; Director Tenant Services Division, Upholstery Branch.
The incumbent serves as a Drapery Fabricator helper responsible for performing basic fabricating and servicing drapery in support of journey level fabric worker.
This is a career ladder position requiring the incumbent to perform progressively more complex duties and responsibilities leading to the full performance level.
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.
General knowledge of performing basic upholstery tasks involving: 1.) drapery and sewing machines 2.) Fabricating and servicing drapery Major Duties:
Tour of duty for this positon is Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Responsibilities: Drapery Fabrication Work: Assist journey level Drapery Fabricator with preparing, installing, and servicing drapery. Use equipment to include irons and steamers.
Assist with performing basic operation of regular and industrial sewing machines. Assist with, and hand sews several types of fabrics to include for window treatments.
Performs shop upkeep to include daily sweeping of floor, general cleaning and basic maintenance of the shop equipment.
Upholsterer Tasks: Performs general upholstery tasks involving cleaning and conditioning leather and fabric furniture.
Assists in rebuilding seats and backs by using old cover or established pattern as a guide.
Removes old covering and padding, checks and repairs seat frame; secures and ties seat springs; cuts and sews new covering and adds padding to seat, adjusting amount to ensure proper fit of covering under supervision.
Uses required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate. Performs other related duties as assigned. This position has full performance level to the WG-9.
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