This position is located at the Hines VA Medical Center, Hines, IL. - a Level 1b Complexity VHA Facility, and is organizationally aligned under the Engineering Service Line, within the Maintenance and Repairs Section.

Duties

This position is aligned under the Engineering Service Line within the Maintenance and Repairs Section, serving under the direct supervision of the Maintenance and Repairs General Foreman of the Engineering Service. The Pipefitter Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of all of the personnel and activities assigned to the Plumbing shop. Is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all steam, water, sewerage, gas systems, circulating and suction pumps and all plumbing utilities. Is responsible for the routine maintenance and repairs to the various kitchen equipment at the hospital. Is accountable for the quantity and quality of the work to be done and for assuring efficient and economical work operations. Assigns, directs, and reviews the work of subordinates and evaluates their work performance. Plans, schedules and coordinates work operations. Solves problems related to the work supervised. Determines material, equipment, and facilities needs. Works with employees and union representatives on employee suggestions, complaints, grievances and other matters. Checks work to assure that procedures, specifications, workmanship, and deadlines are met. Trains new employees in proper methods and procedures. Plans the use of workers, equipment, facilities, materials, and tools on a day-to-day or project-by-project basis. Assigns work to individuals and provides technical direction or help in accomplishing difficult work processes. Provides advice and counsels workers on how to improve their performance and work techniques. Maintains work reports and records, and assists supervisors in planning overall leave schedules. Is a purchase card holder, and reconciles purchase card charges within the established time limits. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am to 330pm Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter Supervisor/PD9729R3 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/06/2023. 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 PracticesTroubleshooting 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. Preferred Experience: Good with computers/administration of a small unit of pipefitters and plumbers. Have knowledge of pipefitting and plumbing. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The position requires walking, standing, bending, sitting, crawling and climbing. Must have good vision, with or without glasses. May lift or carry tools, equipment, ladders, scaffolding, parts and supplies up to 50 pounds. May occasionally lift and carry items over 50 pounds. May work from ladders, scaffolding, and hydraulic platforms. Requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant orders. May be subject to possible dangerous working conditions including exposure to hazards normally encountered in the hospital trades and various types of infections, electrical shock or electrical burns, cuts, bruises, and strains. Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Edward Hines Junior Hospital 5000 South 5th Avenue Hines, IL 60141 US
• Name: Kiphanie Moore
• Phone: 414-712-8177
• Email: [email protected]