The mission of the Office of Facilities and Property Management (OFPM) is to advance NIST's mission success by planning, building, operating, maintaining and servicing facilities that provides a safe, secure, and sustainable environment.

Duties

- Maintain the health and appearance of plants, trees, and shrubs by pruning, trimming, weeding, and applying fertilizer. - Install and care for seasonal flowers, bedding plants, shrubs, and groundcovers according to landscape plans. - Identify and address common plant diseases and pests, selecting appropriate treatment methods. - Operate basic gardening equipment such as lawnmowers, edgers, trimmers, and hand tools safely and effectively. - Inspect grounds and landscaping for potential hazards, reporting any damage or required repairs. - Prepare garden beds and landscape areas for planting by tilling, cultivating, and adding soil amendments. - Follow detailed work instructions and safety protocols for landscaping tasks and equipment use.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Merit applicants must meet time-in-grade/band requirements, as applicable
• Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment medical examination
• Bargaining Unit Position: Yes, Washington Area Metal Trades Council (WAMTC), AFL-CIO
• Call back and emergency overtime required

Qualifications

There are no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education, and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform Gardner duties, such as planting and pruning, without more than normal supervision. Applicants must meet the screen out elements and achieve an overall score of at least fifty (50%) or higher Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done. We will credit all qualifying volunteer experience in your application. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Gaithersburg Facility Maintenance Division 100 Bureau Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20899 US
• Name: Tailor Thompson
• Phone: 000-000-0000
• Email: [email protected]