This position is assigned to Engineering Service at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System. The incumbent receives general work-related instructions or assignments; and is directly supervised by the Maintenance & Repair Foreman. This position primarily conducts duties at the Sioux Falls VA, but at times will be required to travel to other locations within the Sioux Falls VAHCS, other VA Health Care Systems, or other locations within the commuting area.

Duties

Duties for this position include, but are not limited to: Sets up and operates a wide variety of wood working machines and tools. Assembling items with a wide variety of joining techniques such as miters, rabbets, dados, biscuit and mortise and tenon, and using glues and adhesives to secure wood pieces, veneers and counter tops. Installs, constructs and repairs a wide variety of structural items such as building frames, rafters, concrete forms, walls, staircases, door and window frames, interior and exterior trim, and miscellaneous items such as workbenches, counter tops, bookcases, equipment cabinets, computer consoles, and items requiring limited decorative trim and molding. Constructs, installs, repairs, and modifies wood, metal studs, and items requiring close tolerance fit and structural soundness. Repairs flooring to include removal and installation of vinyl composite tile, mosaic tile, quarry tile, laminate flooring products and carpeting as necessary. Repairs roofing of various forms including glue-down rubber, ballasted rubber, steel standing seam, as well as corresponding flashing, gutter, and parapet systems commonly encountered. Remove, install, fabricate or repair doors, windows, and all hardware associated with the doors and windows. Incumbent is responsible for the security of the lock and key hardware to prevent unauthorized access and maintains all lock and key coding information in a secure and organized manner. Orders parts, materials, tools and equipment as needed for the necessary execution of the carpentry and locksmith duties. Completes assigned work orders in the work order tracking system as needed. Manufacture and duplication of keys and the keying and combination of locking mechanisms Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm (work hours may be further discussed during interview) Position Description Title/PD#: Carpenter/PD80127A Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): This occupation is being considered for a Veterans Health Administration enterprise-wide Critical Skills Incentive (CSI). Candidates may be eligible for a lump sum CSI. The amount of lump sum CSI is determined based on appointment date and may be pro-rated as determined by the end date of the CSI. Eligible candidates will be required to sign a service agreement agreeing to an obligated service period and failure to complete the obligated service period may result in a debt for the unearned portion of the CSI. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Bargaining Unit Position: Yes - AFGE The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

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
• 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 Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

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. To be found at least minimally qualified for the position of Carpenter at the WG-09 level, your application and supporting documents must demonstrate the critical knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential for satisfactory job performance. For this position, the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision is prime. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include but are not limited to: using skilled techniques to construct, install, repair, and modify wood and wood substitute structures and items requiring close tolerance fit and structural soundness; constructing and repairing a wide variety of structural items such as building frames, rafters, concrete forms, walls, staircases, door and window frames, interior and exterior trim, and miscellaneous items such as workbenches, counter tops, bookcases, equipment cabinets, computer consoles, and items requiring limited decorative trim and molding; utilizing various types of power equipment and hand tools, such as radial arm saws, table saws, saber saws, routers, planers, jointers, sanders, and drills. 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)MaterialsMeasurement and LayoutTechnical 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. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside of buildings where the employee is subjected to extreme heat and cold weather conditions. Work areas may become dusty, dirty, smelly, with minimal lighting and ventilation. Work may be performed In tight spaces, unusual positions, on scaffolding and high ladders or rooftops. The employee is subject to possible injury from working with power tools, hand tools that are common and uncommon equipment they may or may not be familiar with in the carpentry trade. Incumbent must always be very safety conscious.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Royal C Johnson Veterans Memorial Hospital 2501 West 22nd Street Sioux Falls, SD 57105 US
• Name: Michael Kelly
• Phone: 612-467-3398
• Email: [email protected]