About the Position: Position is with the Directorate of Public Works located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, duties include carpentry and painting in the maintenance and repair of structures.

Duties

Perform painting duties including brushing, rolling and spraying, where paint and other coating materials have been prepared in accordance with specific instructions. Maintain, install, or repair a variety of items such as carpets, door fixtures, counter tops, and floor and wall tile. Perform carpentry duties to include repairing and installing decking, partitions, shelves, office doors, windows (including caulking and glazing) and similar items. Remove asbestos containing materials in accordance with Public Works standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• Appointment to this position is subject to a Tier 1 background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Maintenance Worker without more than normal supervision - operating common hand tools and measuring devices of the carpentry, or painting trades to perform simple maintenance tasks. In addition, ability to install or repair a variety of items such as carpets, door fixtures, counter tops and/or floor/wall tiles. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (Theoretical, precise, artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments PHYSICAL EFFORT: Works on hard surfaces, at benches, or where material is on supports. Works from ladders, scaffolding and platforms, and where the parts of the systems worked on are in hard to reach places. Is required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools, equipment, and parts that weigh up to 50 pounds and occasionally heavier. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works both inside and outside. When outside, incumbent is exposed to rain and wind. Inside work is usually in adequately heated, lighted and ventilated buildings. Work areas may be noisy, dirty, dusty, greasy, or smoky. Exposed to the possibility of broken bones. Is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises. May be required to wear protective clothing and equipment (i.e., respirator and eye/hearing protection devices) that may be confining, restricting, and uncomfortable. Exposure to hazardous materials is possible. Injuries may occur when lifting heavy pieces of lumber or equipment. Subject to cuts and bruises when using hand tools and equipment. More serious injuries may occur when operating power tools. Is subject to skin and lung irritations and possible poison from exposure to paint fumes, adhesives, solvents and other caustic materials.

Education

Some Federal positions allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone - no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address EU-APF-W12KAA JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD DO NOT MAIL Tacoma, WA 98433 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk