This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with; US ARMY IMCOM JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE DIVISION CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS JBLM, WA

Duties

Carpentry: Perform carpentry duties to include constructing and repairing a wide variety of structural items such as building frames, rafters, concrete forms, walls, staircases, and door and window frames. Painting: Perform painting duties including brushing, rolling and spraying, by using coating materials requiring special preparation and by applying coating techniques that ensure surfaces have a smooth textured and decorative appearance. Masonry, Cement and Tile Work: Performs masonry work including repairing structures made of brick, glass brick, block or stone.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Tier 1 NACI background is required throughout the appointment.
• 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
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or able to obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Qualification; Ability to do the work of a Maintenance Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Have the ability to perform common maintenance and repair activities of a Maintenance Mechanic. Follow oral or written instructions to complete laid out jobs, select tools to maintain (or repair) wood or wood-like structures, brick or stone structures back to full functionality. Paint structures for aesthetic appeal, following standard trade practices and utilizing tools of the trade.Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. · PHYSICAL EFFORT: Stoops, stretches, bends, kneels for long periods of time and works in tiring, awkward, and uncomfortable positions. Equipment worked on is large and must be moved in and out of specific locations. Frequently sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 75 pounds and less frequently, items that weigh over 75 pounds. Weight handling equipment is available when handling large units, up to 6000 lb. Ladders, scaffolds and platforms may be used when working on large systems or roofs. Must be able to distinguish basic or shades of colors to prevent risk of electrical shock when wiring equipment. · WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside and outside under all weather conditions. Subject to sudden temperature changes and extreme cold during repairs to cold storage plant and large walk-in refrigerator equipment. Exposed to possibility of broken bones from falls from ladders or scaffolds. Requires wearing of protective safety equipment (respirators, shoes, glasses, ear protection). Possibility of burns and/or electrocution when working on electrical equipment (24 to 460 volts). May be called upon to perform asbestos abatement, encapsulation and repair.

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