Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of Carpenter, WG-4607-09. Incumbent works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document/core document.

Duties

- Independently applies skilled methods, techniques, and advanced shop mathematics to construct, install, repair, and modify a wide variety of structures - Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean environment - Uses and maintains tools - Maintains records and documents actions

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Shift work may be required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.
• May be required to train and/or guide lower graded employees
• May be required to be certified for working with and/or removing hazardous material
• Uses hand and power tools and equipment that may require standing and holding tools in uncomfortable positions for extended periods. The work requires considerable bending, kneeling, and stooping.
• On-site work typically requires crawling, climbing on ladders, scaffolds, and roof tops. Strenuous physical exertion is sometimes required when handling heavy and bulky materials such as sheets of plywood and other construction materials
• May lift and move materials up to 40 pounds, unassisted, and occasionally lift or move heavier items with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4600 WOOD WORK Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of a Carpenter without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of basic principles of the classified titled or related field. 2. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing. 3. Ability to learn basic techniques of the classified title. 4. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions. 5. Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Effort: Required to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 20 pounds. Occasionally lifts objects up to 35 pounds without assistance, and over 35 pounds with assistance from another worker or weight handling equipment. Most heavy lifting is accomplished through the use of mechanical devices. Working Conditions: Works inside on concrete floors where areas are occasionally drafty and damp. Occasionally works outside. Exposed to varying degrees of temperature and humidity. Subject to presence of dirt, dust and grease, possible irritation of skin and eyes by aircraft fluids, frequent exposure to possibility of cuts, burns, abrasions, strains and injury from use of tools and equipment and to falls from aircraft or work stand. Must wear safety shoes and glasses.

Contacts

• Address JBSA Fort Sam Houston 2484 Stanley Rd, Bldg 2263, Ste 323 JBSA Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]