Framer #608

Full Job Description

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Framer. 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 Three years of experience in frame construction or assembly; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills.

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 professional techniques and practices used in framing pictures. Skill in assembling, matting and framing pictures. Skill in using glass cutting tools.

Ability to operate woodworking equipment and machinery. Ability to communicate effectively. Strong customer service and interpersonal relationship skills.

Working Conditions Work requires frequent physical effort standing, bending, stooping, arm movement, hand-eye coordination, and precision. Heavy (carrying of items more than 50 pounds).

Work exposes the employee to hazardous materials (chemicals, fumes), noise, and dust. Work requires employee to wear uniforms (or gloves or other protective equipment besides a respirator).

Major Duties:

Constructs picture frames, specialty frames and flag boxes. Cuts glass to meet picture specifications. Repairs broken frames. Monitors inventory and requests supplies as needed.

Maintains computer records and logs of frames issued, repaired and delivered. Prepares matting, including double matting, for special cuts, including newspaper articles and completes frame assembly.

Other duties as assigned.