This position is located in the Facilities Management Service Line at the St Cloud VA Health Care System in St. Cloud, MN. This position performs as a Plumber at the journeyman level. This position is subject to receiving calls requesting them to come in to work off-tour to assist in mitigating situations affecting direct patient care or damage/loss of VA property, such as equipment breakdowns or emergent situations such as storm damage.

Duties

Duties for this position include but are not limited to: Install, modify and repair high and low pressure piping systems only under the direction of a journeyman pipefitter. Installation of new equipment or modifications to existing systems such as water heaters, disposal units and faucets may also be required. Working from blueprints, perform work using one's own judgment and decisions to plan, lay out, route, and install or repair sewage, water and gas distribution systems, bathroom fixtures, and sprinkler systems. Determining appropriate placement, pitch, incline, and elevation of systems and equipment. Installs, modifies, and repairs systems by locating and tapping main lines, setting up system routes, placing and cutting route openings, placing hangers for proper level and slope. Determines and installs valves, traps, and unions needed for proper operation of systems. Installation of equipment by routing and placement of components leading to and from the equipment; complete installations by seating, hooking up, and testing the equipment. Maintain existing systems and equipment using preventative maintenance procedures, trade skills, knowledge, and equipment instruction manual information. Keep equipment documentation and records as required. Perform all other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Plumber/PD90454A Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

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
• OSHA 10-hour certification required, may be obtained post-hire.
• 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 Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
• Pre-employment physical required
• A current, valid, unrestricted state driver's license is required for this position.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.04/08/2024 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 Screen-Out element for this position is the Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision as a Journeyman level Plumber and must be thoroughly experienced. An indicator of this knowledge is a Journeyman License, schooling, certifications and/or equivalent years of hands-on experience. Knowledge of how supply, disposal, utility systems and equipment for all gaseous and fluid utilities such as water and natural gas systems, fire sprinkler equipment, and water closets, are installed and operate. Ability to plan and lay out the installation and modification of various systems and equipment; for example, the routing, openings, slant, and level of gas and water lines; and the location and arrangement of water closets, sinks, and fire sprinkler equipment. 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 EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.Measurement and LayoutTechnical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)Troubleshooting 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 St Cloud VA Medical Center 4801 Veterans Drive St Cloud, MN 56303 US
• Name: Yalonda Smith
• Phone: 6124675071
• Email: [email protected]