This position is located within the Utility Shop, Operations Section, Engineering Service, under the direct supervision of the Utility Shop Supervisor.

Duties

MAJOR DUTIES: Performs plumbing duties that involve the assembly of piping and fixtures, removes and installs various types of pipe installation, i.e., asbestos, fiberglass, etc. Bolts up flanged sections and solders, silver brazes or caulks connections to make them watertight, attaches piping to walls or ceilings with brackets or hangers, sometimes having to fabricate the hangers. The installation of plumbing fixtures and all piping shall be inspected and tested for leaks, workmanship and code applications using approved methods, shall open clogged drains with mechanical snakes, vacuum plungers and pulsating water bags, shall replace washers, diaphragms, stems, etc. in valves and traps and repair or replace all damaged fixtures. Works from building plans, blueprints, and sketches to plan to and layout the routing, placement, pitch, elevation, pressure reduction, expansion, and operation of various piping systems and equipment. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter/PD08631A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/22/2023. 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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measurement and LayoutTechnical PracticesTroubleshootingUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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/Working Conditions: The incumbent works from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and where equipment worked on are in hard to reach places. This requires him to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The pipefitter frequently handles, lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that up to 50 pounds, occasionally may be required to lift and carry items that weigh over 50 pounds.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address San Francisco VA Medical Center 4150 Clement Street San Francisco, CA 94121 US
• Name: Sara Flores
• Phone: (269) 873-3561
• Email: [email protected]