Serves as a Maintenance Helper (minor maintenance/repairs) throughout the areas of the SLVHCS and can also be utilized in a housekeeping capacity as needed.

Duties

Installing paper towel, soap and toilet tissue dispensers and repairing them as needed. Removing, cleaning, and replacing light lenses. Perform minor preventive maintenance on EMS equipment, including but not limited to: replacing belts, bolts, screws, etc. The primary requirements of the task to be performed in the position are a rudimentary knowledge of carpentry and furniture repair and ability to interpret equipment and service manuals. Must have the basic skills for a wide variety of trades, including electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting and general mechanics. Operating cart washer machine. Must be able to read write and comprehend written instructions and make simple computations and reports. Must be proficient in the use of standard tools and equipment associated with the above-mentioned trades to include drills, hand driven and power driven, hammers, power screw drivers and an assortment of hand tools. Hanging pictures, signs, bulletin boards and similar decorations/certificates etc. Operates various equipment in the performance of duties, including a hand jack, a power pressure washer for cleaning a variety of equipment and a cardboard bailer and cardboard compactor, trash compactor. Performs a variety of critical cleaning procedures that require knowledge of specialized aseptic techniques. Must be able to follow specific procedures for environmental cleaning with minimal supervision. Responsible for maintaining and operating the facility waste consolidation area and all equipment within including the waste compactor, detachable roll off enclosed dumpster, open bin dumpster, power pressure wash unit, and cardboard bailer. Be able to work from ladders and be physically able to move furniture, filing cabinets, office equipment etc. as needed. Operates powered cleaning equipment to include burnishes, buffing machines, auto scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, ride on scrubbers and must have knowledge for lubricating and changing brushes and pads as needed. Responsible for maintaining acceptable sanitation in his assigned area in accordance with Medical Center policy. Fills out work sheet for tracking purposes of funds and supplies. Determines the best way of diagnosing problematic issues, selecting the proper materials, parts and supplies needed for repairs. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:30pm, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Helper/PD07594A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/26/2024. 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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsMeasuring InstrumentsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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/Working Conditions: Must be physically able to do a considerable amount of walking, standing, climbing ladders, stooping, bending, and crawling. Incumbent must be able to work in congested areas in tight, cramped, or awkward positions. Incumbent may be required to carry and set up ladders and indoor scaffolding/staging. Incumbent may be required to lift or move heavy equipment or furniture that may weigh more than 50 pounds. Incumbent may be exposed to cleaning chemicals and be fit tested for proper PPE and respirator. Works in Medical Center throughout the facility. Since much of the work is done in patient care areas, the incumbent must be ever alert to the safety and well being of patients, visitors, staff, and fellow employees. Duties may also involve working in tight, cramped, wet, dry, and dusty areas. Incumbent may be exposed to skin irritations from strong chemical solutions.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address New Orleans VA Medical Center 2400 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70119 US
• Name: Kathy Carroll
• Phone: 813-503-7921
• Email: [email protected]