The purpose of the position is to perform a variety of trade support duties such as, electricity, carpentry, plumbing, painting, maintains and repairs the medical air compressor, vacuum pumps, air compressors, etc., in accordance with applicable regulations and policies. The position is assigned to the Maintenance and Operations section of the Facilities Management Service, in the Department of Veterans Affairs, Sheridan VA Medical Center.

Duties

The incumbents assist various facility trades in the preventative and daily maintenance of the medical facility. These duties include carpentry, plumbing, electricity, heating and air, electronics and painting. They work minor low voltage electronics as would be found in components such as a data cable, printers and copiers. The work includes assisting in repairs to floors, floor coverings, ceilings, walls, partitions, cabinets, shelves, and door sashes, casings, and related hardware. The incumbent assist with constructing installing, repairing and modifying structural units that require close tolerant fit and structural soundness (i.e, but not limited to building frames, rafters, concrete forms, walls, staircases, door and window frames, interior and exterior trim, built in furniture, etc.). Incumbent installs, makes modifications to, or replaces acoustical ceilings, floor coverings, wall molding, corner guards, restroom partitions and all types of composite finish materials. This also includes mounting signs, boards, cabinets, medical equipment holders, pictures and like objects to walls and other surfaces. Incumbent interprets drawings, blueprints and specifications in determining the construction layouts and work sequences to be completed with the types of lumber/metal or special related materials. Work will be completed from initial layout to completion with accuracy, spacing, fit, structural soundness and finished appearance being essential. The incumbents also assist in routine patching and/or removing damaged or unserviceable parts and replacement of parts, assists in painting and finishing a variety of surfaces - touches up or repaints soiled or damaged painted surfaces, etc. The incumbent performs maintenance, installation, troubleshooting and repairs of domestic and commercial refrigeration equipment and systems such as walk-in coolers, refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, ultra-low freezers, water coolers, etc. Conducts tests of air conditioning units and makes straightforward repairs that can be made without specialized equipment. Makes visual, audible and mechanical checks for the proper temperature of conditioned spaces; the proper operation of different parts of the refrigeration cycle; proper oil levels; unusual noises; overheated bearings; loose connections; faulty insulation; frayed or loose belts, gaskets and pulleys; and other similar defects. Work Schedule: 0730-1600 Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Worker/PD03786A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/24/2023. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Knowledge of Different Relevant Lines of WorkTechnical Problem SolvingTechnology Application 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Physical exertion is considerable and includes prolonged standing, climbing up and down ladders and scaffolding, working in cramped and awkward positions, reaching, lifting, and bending when using hand and power tools. Weight lifted may exceed 50 pounds. Hoists, holders, and pulleys are operated when removing units such as large compressors, condensers and chillers. Assistance is usually available for handling heavier materials and equipment. Heavy exertion is required at frequent intervals. Must have physical capacities for working outside in excessive heat, excessive noise, confined areas, inclement weather and on slippery or uneven surfaces that can be found at or in transit to and from worksites. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside in a variety of weather conditions. The incumbent may be assigned to work areas where certain potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present. These agents may include, but are not limited to: moving equipment parts, energized electric circuits, sharp metal edges, and toxic fumes, dust, noise, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, chemicals, etc. To ensure employee safety and health, personal protective equipment is issued consistent with applicable laws and regulations. As part of medical surveillance programs, the incumbent may be required to take medical examinations to assess his/her medical qualifications for duty involving work with these agents.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Sheridan VA Medical Center 1898 Fort Road Sheridan, WY 82801 US
• Name: Ryan Franklin
• Phone: 501-918-1270
• Email: [email protected]