This position serves as a Pipefitter in the Construction Section within the Facilities Management Service Line at G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.

Duties

As a Pipefitter, you will: Install and operate high- and low-pressure piping systems, plumbing systems, and related equipment (such as steam heating, steam generators, vacuum systems, radiators and circulating pumps). Install plumbing fixtures such as sinks, water closets, drinking fountains, hot water storage tanks, and hot water producing equipment such as dishwashers and laundry equipment. Align pipes, valves, fittings and joints for accurate match. Install valves, traps, and unions needed for proper system operation. Install and operate relief valves, check valves, pressure regulators, expansion joints and other pressure supporting and controlling devices to control pressure, flow, and circulation. Figure pressures and fixtures units within a system and ensuring that piping, valves, fittings and equipment are proper for the work. Install the proper braces and supports to control movement and vibration while allowing for expansion and contraction. Interpret and apply building plans and blueprints to use shop mathematics to lay out angles, arcs and circles. Perform work assigned orally and through written or electronic work orders based on building plans and blueprints. Determine the proper placement and elevation to install steam generators, vacuum and condensate pumps and radiators. Plan and lay out the installation, modification and repair of new and existing piping systems, plumbing systems and equipment. Lay out and install piping, risers and flexible branches at the proper level and incline. Plan and lay out the needed routing, placement, pitch, incline and elevation of systems and equipment. Use welding, brazing and other tools to lead joints of cast iron pipes and solder copper tubing. Use hand tools common to the pipefitting trade, including wrenches, sliding squares, measuring tapes, dividers, chalk lines, plumb bobs and templates. Use power tools common to the pipefitting trade, such as drills, grinders, pipe threaders and cutters. Test systems and equipment for proper circulation, flow, pressure, leak-free joints and proper drainage. Diagnose plumbing system malfunctions by isolating the problem, checking through the system, and making appropriate repairs or modifications. Use resources, such as cameras and other tools, to find the root cause of a problem or system failure, correct the failure and prevent future re-occurrences. Trace and troubleshoot pipe lines, systems and equipment to locate and repair leaks and trouble spots. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter/PD84227A Physical Requirements: Work requires a considerable amount of standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and/or uncomfortable conditions. The incumbent may work from ladders and scaffolding. When operating equipment, the worker may be under a great deal fo strain from constant reaching, bending, turning, and moving of hands, arms, feet, legs, and by the vibration and jerking of the equipment. The incumbent carries, lifts, and handles parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and may occasionally exceed 50 pounds.

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
• A pre-placement physical is 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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measurement and LayoutTechnical PracticesTroubleshootingUse 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address GV Sonny Montgomery VAMC 1500 East Woodrow Wilson Drive Jackson, MS 39216 US
• Name: Erica Guldenzopf
• Phone: 804-981-4467
• Email: [email protected]