This is a general Maintenance Mechanic (Structures) position, in the Maintenance Section of Engineering Service at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS), Little Rock Arkansas.

Duties

Operates such tools as air hammers, drills, and electric saws for cutting tile, brick, and blocks. Must have a working knowledge of the tools, equipment operations, basic trade practices, and be familiar with the names and uses of various masonry and plaster materials. Knowledge and skill to frame(layout)walls, rough openings for doors and windows, install block and brick, patch and paint. Plan work and determine methods and techniques to be used. Knowledge in determining the proper grade, size, and type of lumber or wood substitute material required for the job. Ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, manufacturers' specifications and technical manuals and be knowledgeable in shop math, standard formulas and standard shop practices. Knowledge of architectural drawings and blueprints. Ability to interpret specifications, footnotes, and dimensions on drawings. Knowledge of the safe use of both hand and power tools within the carpentry, mason and painting career fields. Repairs roofs, locate leaks, and removes existing roof materials while being sensitive to historic fabric. This position is covered by AFGE bargaining unit. Per the Master Agreement, the Area of Consideration will be: 1st Area of Consideration - Current Facility and CBOC employees; 2nd Area of Consideration - VA Nationwide applicants; 3rd Area of Consideration - Other Status candidates Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:00pm-10:30pm, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD04569A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• 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
• Pre-employment physical required

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: Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsMeasuring InstrumentsOperation of Equipment/MachineryTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Moderate lifting (45lbs+), moderate carrying (15-44lbs), reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, both hands required, climbing (use of legs and arms), both legs required, both eyes required, ability to distinguish basic colors, and hearing (aid may be permitted).Work is inside and outside in hot, humid or cold environments. It is usually dusty, dirty and greasy. Must be able to work at heights as job dictates or work under buildings in close quarters to accomplish goals of the Building Structures Unit (BSU). Incumbent is frequently exposed to the possibility of sometimes severe strains, cuts, burns, noise, eye damage, bruises and infection and is, therefore, required to use appropriate procedures and personal protective equipment. Also exposed to other hazards such as eye injuries while chipping plaster and concrete and frequently exposed to dust and dirt while mixing concrete. There is continuous exposure to paint splatter and inhalation of fumes from chemicals in paint. Duties are performed as assigned to both divisions of the medical center. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address John L McClellan Memorial Veterans' Hospital 4300 West Seventh Street Little Rock, AR 72205 US
• Name: Sara Lorenzen
• Phone: 702-701-2106
• Email: [email protected]