Job opening: Maintenance Mechanic
Salary: $27 - 32 per hour
Published at: Sep 28 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
The incumbent in this position is under the supervision of the Construction and Maintenance Supervisor and performs in-house construction and modifications of architectural and utility components of buildings, requiring the use of a variety of trades and practices associated with the following occupations: carpentry, painting, sheet metal worker, plumber, electrical worker, and telecommunications worker.
Duties
Performs carpentry, painting, sheet metal work, plumbing, electrical, telecommunications and other duties in the construction, renovation, and restoration of areas of the facility, as a member of a Special Level Projects team.
Construction and modification of walls made of wood, steel, sheetrock, and plaster, apply paint and wall coverings to finished product; installs wood and metal doors and door frames along with associated hardware, closures, hinges and locking devices.
Installs and repairs ceilings made of drywall and suspended ceiling grid and tile.
Place all types of floors made of wood, vinyl, carpet, and ceramic tile; installs and fabricates air conditioning/heating/ventilation piping, metal structure repairs and metal access points in walls and ceilings.
Assists with the installation of water and drain lines, bathroom fixtures, and showers, Installs and fabricates air conditioning/heating/ventilation piping.
Assist in the installation, troubleshooting and termination of telecommunication cable both voice and non-voice data lines, as well as electrical devices.
Paints a variety of surfaces, such as interiors and exteriors of buildings and/or stationary mobile equipment, where appearance as well as surface protections are important.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD14328A
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/12/2023.
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)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.
Physical Requirements: May handle or carry weights up to 50 pounds, and occasionally more with assistance from other employees. Assistance is usually available for handling of heavier material and equipment. Heavy exertion is required at frequent intervals. Work requires pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching, walking, climbing, stooping, ability for normal mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, normal hearing and vision. Must have physical capabilities for working inside and outside in excessive heat and cold, noise, confined areas, inclement weather and on intermittent slippery or uneven surfaces that can be found at or in transit to or from work sites. May receive minor cuts and abrasions while performing these duties. Must be able to work from ladders and platforms, and work in awkward and uncomfortable positions.
Working conditions: May be assigned to work in areas/confined spaces were certain potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present. These agents may include, but are not limited to fumes, dust, noise, heat, etc. To ensure employee safety and health, personnel protection programs are maintained consistent with applicable laws and regulations. Incumbent will be required to wear respirators and must be physically able to perform assigned work tasks as directed above and operate safety equipment. Typical safety equipment required by the trade is safety shoes, safety glasses, respirators, protective clothing, and hard hats. Will work a regular tour of duty but may be required to work overtime, nights, or weekends dependent on hospital needs.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Contacts
- Address Tucson VA Medical Center
3601 South Sixth Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85723
US
- Name: Jessica Burns
- Phone: 253-583-2546
- Email: [email protected]
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