The Carpenter performs maintenance, repair, alteration of structures such as metal framework, drywall, ceilings, doors, windows, and furniture throughout the VALLHCS in Architecture and Interior Design Service, Facilities Improvement Team(FIT) section. The Carpenter serves as a journeyman performing carpentry work in construction of items and structures and is assigned a wide variety of duties, supporting small and large construction, renovation and maintenance projects throughout the facility.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: Constructs, alters, repairs or modifies items and structures such as metal framework, drywall, T-bar ceilings, doors, windows and fine furniture Installs prefabricated articles such as cabinets and bookcases Erects metal framework by placing runners and studs in proper position and joining and fastening using screws and bolts Alters building by installing or removing partitions Alters building by installing drop ceiling (Coordination required with other trades to move non-carpentry items by supervisor) Repairs cabinetwork by replacing parts or sections with properly matched parts Constructs facilities such as shelves, bins, and pallets for storage of supplies or equipment Constructs containers such as crates, boxes or cases for use in storage or shipment of materials Maintains woodworking tools repairs and adjusts turning belts and oils bearings of woodworking machinery Sharpens edges of cutting tools. Installs items of building hardware such as hinges, hasps, and locks Performs scheduled testing, repair, replace parts or assemblies and lubricates items such as fire and smoke door hardware and closures Uses shop mathematics and works with fractions, to plan and measure materials according to requirements and dimensions outlined in specifications Operates, adjusts and maintains hand or power equipment under safe conditions Fastens devices such as nails, screws, and drywall fasteners Assigns work orally or through work orders Selects tools, decides on the methods and techniques to be used to carry out assignments which are spot-checked during their progress Selects the materials, which are described in the specifications, or obtains permission to substitute if standard materials are not available Does material take-offs for assignments, develops bill of materials, interprets architectural drawings, utilizes Microsoft software, particular Excel and Word, and interprets life Safety and trades standards/compliance in the execution of work Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Carpenter/PD13916A Physical Requirements: The carpenter works at benches or on job sites while materials are on supports. This requires considerable standing, stooping and or bending. He/she also works on ladders and scaffolds, which require working overhead or in stretched, cramped or awkward positions. Arm movement is considerable, when on job site repairs are to be made using hand operated tools. The carpenter occasionally may lift and carry items that weigh up to 90 pounds.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• 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

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, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Use 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/Working Conditions: The carpenter works at benches or on job sites while materials are on supports. This requires considerable standing, stooping and or bending. He/she also works on ladders and scaffolds, which require working overhead or in stretched, cramped or awkward positions. Arm movement is considerable, when on job site repairs are to be made using hand operated tools. The carpenter occasionally may lift and carry items that weigh up to 90 pounds. Working Conditions: The carpenter will work inside a shop where the worker is subject to cuts for hand or powered tools and danger from flying splinters and chips. Shop work is also unpleasant due to the presence of sawdust in the air. Frequently the carpenter may work outside in all kinds of weather. Occasionally he/she required to wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and uncomfortable.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Jerry L Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital 11201 Benton Street Loma Linda, CA 92357 US
• Name: Linda Guevara
• Phone: 281-546-0032
• Email: [email protected]