The incumbent performs maintenance and repair work order completion in the computerized work order and preventive maintenance system related to carpentry work, painting, basic furniture repair, furniture assembly, general mechanics related to equipment preventive maintenance and repair (replacing belts, batteries, bolts, screws, etc.), textile care, ceiling tile replacement and repair and patient valuable collection/pack out.

Duties

Major duties include but is not limited to: Assists journey carpenter's workload by installing and hanging furnishings to a variety of wall types Completes work orders to repair furniture and ceiling tiles Possesses basic skills in a variety of trades such as carpentry, painting and mechanics for equipment repairs Ability to use standard tools such as hand drills, power drills, hammers, power screw drivers and an assortment of hand tools Ability to read, write and comprehend written instructions and floor plans and make simple computations and reports Logs receipt and storage stock Operates mechanized fork lifts and pallets jacks May be required to handle hazardous or sensitive materials Stacks, moves and arranges items on pallets considering height, weight and special handling requirements Ensure proper height, weight and other load and storage requirements are met and that damage is prevented Receives and stores issued Patient Assistance items or additional equipment and other materials as specified Receives bulk sets of linen for storing the clean linen on storage racks Responsible for making up individual ordered for clean linen distribution to all using services within the facility Responsible for cleaning and sorting delivery carts prior to packing for distribution Receives incoming call and email requests for linen orders and maintain accurate records of linen deliveries Responsible for packing out residential Veteran personal items on discharge Responsible for correctly collecting the valuable and other items per policy and disposing of items via Logistics Services as outlined in policy Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Helper/PD90366-A Physical Requirements: Incumbent must exercise normal care and adhere to all safety regulations during the performance of their duties to prevent injury to him/herself, fellow co-workers, patients or visitors. The incumbent makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding and platforms. This requires him/her to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring uncomfortable positions. The incumbent occasionally lifts items weighing more than 50 pounds.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• 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
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel

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. The screen out for the is vacancy is the ability to perform the work of a Maintenance Helper without more than normal supervision performing tasks such as: Experience performing preventive maintenance, carpentry work, painting, basic furniture repair using standard tools and power tools; reading, writing, and comprehending written instructions and floor plans; preparing basic work orders; driving forklifts or larger equipment; hanging and mounting pictures; moving office furniture such as desks, cabinets, bookcases, shelving and dispensers.. 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. T The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)MaterialsMeasuring InstrumentsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout 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.

Education

There is no educational substitution for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address White City VA Medical Center 8495 Crater Lake Highway White City, OR 97503 US
• Name: Merlinda Winbush
• Phone: 702-791-9000 X14083
• Email: [email protected]