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, Cheyenne VA Medical Center.

Duties

This position requires general knowledge in trade crafts such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, air conditioners, and electronics to perform a variety of tasks. As the Maintenance Worker for Facilities Management service, you assist various facility trades in the preventative and daily maintenance of the medical facility. These duties will include but are not limited to: Carpentry, plumbing, electricity, heating and air, electronics and painting. Work minor low voltage electronics as would be found in components such as a data cable, printers and copiers. Assisting in repairs to floors, floor coverings, ceilings, walls, partitions, cabinets, shelves, and door sashes, casings, and related hardware. 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.) Perform installation of light fixtures outlets and switches and fan coils. Work on circuits utilizing 120 volts and less & skilled in reading blueprints, specifications, operating procedures, interpretation of engineering drawings which combine electrical and electronic schematics. Clean HVAC grills/outlets/Fan Coil air conditioner filters, air handlers and replaces filters. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 0800am to 1630 (8am -4:30pm) Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Worker/PD13947A 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.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Requires a pre-employment physical.
• 5 CFR 330.502 - General restriction on movement after competitive appointment

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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, RepairMaterialsOperation of Equipment/MachineryWithout more than normal supervision 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.

Contacts

• Address Cheyenne VA Medical Center 2360 East Pershing Boulevard Cheyenne, WY 82001 US
• Name: Erika Stokes
• Phone: 4794434301
• Email: [email protected]