Incumbent is a Pipefitter, WG-4204-10, in Facilities Management Service, Engineering section, at the North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System. The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the plumbing systems throughout the facilities. These systems include: Plumbing elements such as pipes, pipe systems, steam traps, steam water stills, condensate pumps, various steam and plumbing equipment, fire sprinkler systems, medical gas systems, boiler and supply line and waste systems.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: Troubleshoot and repair steam heating and plumbing equipment such as steam traps, steam water stills, condensate pumps, and various steam and plumbing equipment. Troubleshoot and repair fire sprinkler systems, medical gas systems, boiler and supply lines, air systems, radiant panel systems, and waste systems. Read and interpret instruction manuals, blueprints. Repair and install dietetic and canteen equipment such as dishwashers. Maintain his or her tools and equipment. Troubleshoot steam heating and plumbing equipment such as steam traps, steam water stills, condensate pumps, various steam and plumbing equipment and fire sprinkler systems. Proficient in arc welding and must be able to weld high pressure steam lines, condensate lines, and stainless steel and must be able to use inert gas in brazing and silver soldering, sweating copper tubing, flaring, and connecting tubing. Utilize building plans, diagrams, engineering drawings, and technical manuals to complete work assignments. Repair and install equipment for laboratory, dental, research, medical media and similar services. Practice good workmanship and keep their work place clean. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter/PD02750-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/07/2024. 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 potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentEquipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Technical PracticesTroubleshootingWithout 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. Physical Requirements: The incumbent works from ladders, scaffolding, and hydraulic work platforms. Work is often performed in spaces that are cramped, dirty, and hard to reach. The work involves crouching, stretching, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in uncomfortable positions and environments. The incumbent frequently lifts or carries tools, equipment, ladders, scaffolding, parts, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally exceeding 50 pounds. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside, outside, and in confined spaces. The incumbent is subject to burns from steam lines, gas burning equipment, welding torches, and other heat producing devices. Work can be extremely dirty and wet as work consist of working with waste water, sewage, and other waste products. The incumbent is required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1601 Southwest Archer Road Gainesville, FL 32608 US
• Name: Michael Markham
• Phone: 254-778-4811 X50406
• Email: [email protected]