This is a full performance journeyman level carpenter position which also performs other basic tradesmen skill to assist in work such as building maintenance and roofing. The position is organizationally located within Facilities Management Service located at the Salisbury Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Duties

Duties for this position include, but are not limited to: Performs a variety of tasks involved in the upkeep of various building systems, such as floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, windows, doors, etc. Typical work assignments include the performance of visual inspections or response to work requests to determine the need for, and the performance of repair/modification on a level of difficulty and responsibility of trades such as those described herein. Performs a full range of Carpentry and roofing duties within patient wards, administrative areas, storage areas, etc. Incumbent must submit leave requests and receive weekly work assignments via the VISTA Engineering work order system. Performs the work of a Journeyman Carpenter involved in the maintenance, repair, construction, alteration, and modification of building structures throughout the Medical Center. Incumbent is responsible for informing supervisor of what supplies are needed and when supply levels are low and orders need to be placed. Incumbent is responsible for the security of all tools and equipment assigned. Performs a variety of tasks involved in the upkeep of various building systems, such as floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, windows, doors, etc. Incumbent uses a variety of hand tools, power tools, and stationary shop tools including hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, tape measure, saws, drills, sanders, utility knives, trowels, table saw, band saw, planer, etc. Repairs and sets up locks, removes broken keys, etc. Plans and lays out work, makes assignments, orders necessary materials, and carries out all other normal functions of the position. Performs other directly related duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday; 12:00pm - 10:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD015930 Physical Requirements: Incumbent must be able to lift and carry eighty (80) pounds. Must be able to constantly climb ladders, walk, and perform light to moderate bending and stooping. During normal day to day operations, individual will be required to perform simple grasping, fine hand manipulation, reaching above shoulder height. Incumbent is intermittently exposed to excess humidity, chemicals and solvents, fumes, dust and noise. May perform some duties of position on patient wards, within storage areas, on facility grounds or within sub-basement locations. Individual is exposed to possible infectious materials when working in patient areas. Is subject to cuts, scrapes, bumps, bruises, slips, falls, and other injuries in the performance of required duties. Also exposed to disagreeable odors in the accomplishment of duties.

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: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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 WG Bill Hefner Salisbury VA Medical Center 1601 Brenner Avenue Salisbury, NC 28144 US
• Name: Danielle Muse
• Email: [email protected]