Apply Facilities Services Worker Smithsonian Institution Apply Print Share Save Summary This job is open to Duties Requirements How you will be evaluated Required documents How to apply Summary The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in one of the Smithsonian Institution's facilities serviced by the Office of Facilities Management (FM). The Office of Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for all Smithsonian facilities, many of which are designated as historic and all of which are visited by millions of people each year. Learn more about this agency Summary The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in one of the Smithsonian Institution's facilities serviced by the Office of Facilities Management (FM). The Office of Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for all Smithsonian facilities, many of which are designated as historic and all of which are visited by millions of people each year. Learn more about this agency Overview Help Accepting applications Posted yesterday

• Apply by 07/16/26 Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 16, 2026 Location Front Royal, VA Few vacancies No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $22.25
• $25.92 per hour Pay scale & grade WG 04 Promotion potential 05 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time
• Full-Time, Permanent Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent
• Federal Occupations and job series 5701 Miscellaneous Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operating Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union Yes Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance.

The type depends on the job. Background check type Credentialing Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number 26R-ST-314238-MPA-FM Control number 875270400 This job is open to Help Federal employees

• Competitive service Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.

S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales. Land and base management Current or former employees of a base management agency. Military spouses Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty. Family of overseas employees Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas. Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista Individuals who have served at least 2 years with the Peace Corps or 1 year with AmeriCorps VISTA. Special authorities Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path. Clarification from the agency This Merit Promotion position is open to Current Federal Employees and Former Federal Employees with permanent status or reinstatement eligibility. Individuals who are eligible for a special appointing authority may also apply such as Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A), former Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, and Vista volunteers; certain Military Spouses, or individuals eligible under various programs for Veterans (VRA, VEOA, 30% disabled). Duties Help The Facilities Service Worker is responsible for performing various duties such as moving, arranging and lifting heavy objects including building materials, furniture and collections. In this position, you will: Perform various duties such as moving, arranging and lifting heavy objects including building materials, furniture and collections; also loads and unloads debris, trash, cement, sand, equipment, supplies and other materials from trucks, vans and cars by using dolly, hand truck, hand operated hydraulic lift, and/or by hand. Operate gas or LP-powered, self-propelled ride-on and other equipment; performs the full range of operator-level maintenance and inspection to include inspection of fluid levels, tire pressures, and general inspection of equipment prior to operation. Operate forklift trucks on the loading dock, parking garage and other areas, loads and unloads supplies from trucks, moves supplies to the shipping and receiving area and to storage areas and stacks and unstacks materials in designated areas both inside and outside of the building. Assist with custodial tasks as required, custodial duties include cleaning offices, exhibit space, restrooms, corridors, storage rooms, stairways or any area within the confines of the building(s) using brooms, mops, buckets, heavy duty vacuums, buffers and scrubbers also snow removal. More than one selection may be made from this announcement. Requirements Help Conditions of employment Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation May need to complete a Probationary Period Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.

Conditions of Employment :

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the physical ability to perform moderately heavy work including lifting and carrying heavy objects up to 50 lbs.; work outside in all weather conditions with exposure to dirt, dust, pollen and insects; climb ladders and stairs; and stand and walk for extended periods. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the job opportunity announcement. For information on the Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations, see OPM's website.

Additional Conditions of Employment:

Must have a valid State or District of Columbia driver's license. (You must submit a copy of your driver's license) Must be available to work any one of the various shifts and/or assigned workdays that include holidays, weekends, and call back emergencies. Qualifications In order to be rated qualified, an applicant's overall experience and training must indicate possession of the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position. Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual experience. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information This position is included in the bargaining unit.

Recruitment Incentive:

Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period.

Note:

This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid. Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options.

Please see Benefits at https:

//www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description. Flexible Spending Accounts

• https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance
• http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp Leave
• http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp Life Insurance
• http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp Long Term Care Insurance
• http://www.ltcfeds.com Retirement Program
• https://www.

opm.gov/retirement-services/ How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Applications will first be evaluated to determine whether the following screen out element is met: Ability to do the work of a Facilities Services Worker without more than normal supervision. If an applicant meets the screen-out element, the following Job Elements will be evaluated: Skills in the operation and operator-level maintenance of motor vehicles. Knowledge of work practices (includes maintaining facilities in a neat, clean and orderly manner). Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles). Ability to operate safely non-motor vehicles such as propane powered forklifts, gas or LP-powered, self-propelled ride-on and other equipment. Reliability and dependability as a Facilities Services Worker. Applicants who meet or exceed the screen-out element will be assigned to one of two category groups based on job-related criteria: Best Category

• Meets the screen-out element and excels in most of the job-related elements above. Better Category
• Meets the screen-out element and satisfies most of the job-related elements above.

This category rating process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three" but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-veterans within each category. A selecting official may make selections from the highest quality category (Best Category) provided no veteran in that category is passed over to select a non-veteran in that category unless the requirements of 5 U.S.C. 3317(b) or 3318(b) are satisfied. Veterans who meet minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-9 grade level or higher. Applicants who have not submitted a resume in the USAjobs system and/or have not answered all of the announcement questions will not be considered for this position.

Important Note:

Your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses to the occupational questionnaire or other assessment tool for consistency. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Your resume should provide sufficient information regarding how your education and experience relate to this position, including the major duties and qualifications criteria listed. You may preview questions for this vacancy. Benefits Help The Smithsonian offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, vacation and sick leave, holidays, health/life insurance, accident insurance, and excellent retirement program options.

Please see Benefits at https:

//www.si.edu/OHR/benefits for a complete description. Flexible Spending Accounts

• https://www.fsafeds.com/ Health Insurance
• http://www.opm.gov/insure/health/index.asp Leave
• http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/index.asp Life Insurance
• http://www.opm.gov/insure/life/index.asp Long Term Care Insurance
• http://www.ltcfeds.com Retirement Program
• https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/ Required documents Required Documents Help Your application package should include the following documents: Resume
• Your resume can be uploaded and attached to your application or created using the USA Jobs on-line resume builder.

Ensure your resume contains the job title (including the occupational series and grade if it is Federal), job-related qualifications, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary for each employment period. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is submitted. Failure to include this information may result in disqualification for the position. For assistance with creating a resume, please click here. Proof of Veteran's Preference

• DD214 (Member 4 Copy), if you are a veteran.

Additionally, applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, as well as additional documentation required by the SF-15, such as a VA letter. Proof of a valid State or District of Columbia driver's license (You must upload a copy with your application) How to Apply Help Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page.

Please Note:

You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you). Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages. You may submit required documents by uploading them online during the application process. The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications may be accepted with prior approval of the Contact Person listed below. Agency contact information Ms. Taylor Phone 202-633-6339 TDD 202-633-6409 Email TaylorS4@si.edu Address

SMITHSONIAN

Office of Human Resources

POB 37012, 600

Maryland Avenue, MRC 517 Suite 5060 Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012 United States Next steps At the end of the application process you will be able to create and save a PDF file that contains your responses to the assessment questions. You may save this file as initial receipt of your application. After the job announcement closes, you will receive an email from the Smithsonian with confirmation of receipt. The Smithsonian receives many applications for each job. Each application is reviewed carefully which may take a few weeks. We will send you an e-mail to update you as we go through phases of the application review process. You may also check your application status by logging into www.usajobs.gov and selecting the tab "My USAJOBS;" e-mailing vacancy.info@si.edu; or by contacting the Office of Human Resources Representative listed.

Additional Information:

Tips on applying for Smithsonian jobs are available at www.sihr.si.edu/jobs.cfm. The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses but recruitment incentives may be authorized. The Smithsonian Institution is an equal opportunity employer. Additional information can be found on our website at (www.si.edu/oeesd). Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required Documents Help Your application package should include the following documents: Resume

• Your resume can be uploaded and attached to your application or created using the USA Jobs on-line resume builder.

Ensure your resume contains the job title (including the occupational series and grade if it is Federal), job-related qualifications, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary for each employment period. It is your responsibility to ensure all information is submitted. Failure to include this information may result in disqualification for the position. For assistance with creating a resume, please click here. Proof of Veteran's Preference

• DD214 (Member 4 Copy), if you are a veteran.

Additionally, applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, as well as additional documentation required by the SF-15, such as a VA letter. Proof of a valid State or District of Columbia driver's license (You must upload a copy with your application) How to Apply Help Click on the "Apply Online" button on the upper right side of the page.

Please Note:

You must apply for this position online through the 'Apply Online' button and submit required supplemental documents (if they are relevant to you). Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages. You may submit required documents by uploading them online during the application process. The complete application package, including any required documents, is due in the Smithsonian Office of Human Resources on the closing date of the announcement by 11:59 PM Eastern Time. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications may be accepted with prior approval of the Contact Person listed below. Agency contact information Ms. Taylor Phone 202-633-6339 TDD 202-633-6409 Email TaylorS4@si.edu Address

SMITHSONIAN

Office of Human Resources

POB 37012, 600

Maryland Avenue, MRC 517 Suite 5060 Washington, District of Columbia 20013-7012 United States Next steps At the end of the application process you will be able to create and save a PDF file that contains your responses to the assessment questions. You may save this file as initial receipt of your application. After the job announcement closes, you will receive an email from the Smithsonian with confirmation of receipt. The Smithsonian receives many applications for each job. Each application is reviewed carefully which may take a few weeks. We will send you an e-mail to update you as we go through phases of the application review process. You may also check your application status by logging into www.usajobs.gov and selecting the tab "My USAJOBS;" e-mailing vacancy.info@si.edu; or by contacting the Office of Human Resources Representative listed.

Additional Information:

Tips on applying for Smithsonian jobs are available at www.sihr.si.edu/jobs.cfm. The Smithsonian does not pay relocation expenses but recruitment incentives may be authorized. The Smithsonian Institution is an equal opportunity employer. Additional information can be found on our website at (www.si.edu/oeesd). Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Summary The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo. This position is located in one of the Smithsonian Institution's facilities serviced by the Office of Facilities Management (FM). The Office of Facilities Management (FM) is responsible for all Smithsonian facilities, many of which are designated as historic and all of which are visited by millions of people each year. Learn more about this agency Overview Help Accepting applications Posted yesterday

• Apply by 07/16/26 Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 16, 2026 Location Front Royal, VA Few vacancies No matching locations found. Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $22.25
• $25.92 per hour Pay scale & grade WG 04 Promotion potential 05 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule Full-time
• Full-Time, Permanent Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent
• Federal Occupations and job series 5701 Miscellaneous Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operating Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union Yes Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance.

The type depends on the job. Background check type Credentialing Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number 26R-ST-314238-MPA-FM Control number 875270400 Previous result Next result