Responsible for a variety of carpentry construction duties in all buildings on the VANTHCS sites. Receives assignments from the General Foreman of In-house Construction.

Duties

This occupation is currently approved for a Veterans Health Administration enterprise-wide Critical Skills Incentive through October 5, 2024. Candidates may be eligible for a lump sum CSI for a pro-rated amount if onboard prior to the CSI expiration date. 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. This is an open continuous announcement and will remain open until September 20, 2024. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. The first cut-off date is October 19, 2023. Applications will expire after 90 days, and applicants must update their application through USAJobs for further consideration. Duties: The incumbent is responsible for a variety of carpentry construction duties such as alterations and installations of walls, floors, ceilings, roofs, door and windows in all buildings on the V ANTHCS sites. He/she constructs new drywall partitions and other temporary structures of wood construction. He/she installs windows and doors, mortising doors adjusting as necessary to assure proper fitting. He/she cuts and installs trim material around new work and cased openings such as baseboard, ceiling mold, chair-rails and picture molding. He/she installs acoustical ceilings and floor coverings of all types including carpet. He/she builds forms for concrete walks, road curbing and steps. He/she works with forrnica, laminate coverings and paneling. He/she makes new furniture such as tables, cabinets and work benches. He/she constructs and installs bulletin boards, black boards, cabinets and shelving among other carpentry duties as needed. The incumbent must have knowledge of standard practices, codes, procedures, safety regulations related to the trade as well as applying those in a hospital environment. He/she works with many high-speed machines and saws that require an complete adherence to safety regulations. Incumbent's work should be in close tolerances; therefore, great attention to work in process is required to minimize material and equipment abuse or misuse. Operates and maintains shop power equipment such as a joiner, table saw, bench saw and shaper, surface lathe, drill press, grinder, belt sander and router. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Carpenter - Critical Skills Incentive/PD7292A and PD07292A Physical Requirements: Extended standing, grasping, bending, stooping, crouching, balancing and walking. Continuous muscular effort is required while performing these duties and due to the nature of the work, considerable exertion and fatigue is experienced. Incumbent works from platforms, ladders and ground level. He/she often lifts and carries items weighing more than 50 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
• 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, 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)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.

Education

There is no education substitution.

Contacts

• Address Dallas VA Medical Center 4500 South Lancaster Road Dallas, TX 75216 US
• Name: VISN 17 SSU USAS Group
• Email: [email protected]