This position is located within the Facilities Management Service line at the main campus of the Kansas City VA Medical Center. The Maintenance Worker performs a variety of tasks involved in the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and related structures, fixtures and utilities through work order requests assigned by the supervisor of the section.

Duties

KCVAMC is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans. Incumbent serves as a Maintenance Worker at the Kansas City Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Performs demolition, renovation and construction of structures and utilities for which Engineering Service is responsible throughout the Medical Center. Although the position is not at the journeyman level, incumbent trains to perform at a level which approaches that expected of a journeyman. Incumbent accomplishes assignments in all categories of engineering work (i.e. electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, mechanical, air conditioning, laboring and painting). Incumbent accomplishes almost any type of engineering assignment except those of a complex nature. Incumbent is constantly vigilant in observing equipment, structural and utility defects, reporting same by initiating work requests or by word of mouth. Learns to properly interpret and use drawings, prints and manuals for minor installations and repairs of equipment. Some interpretations will require the assistance of a journeyman. Must be able to determine supply and material needs and properly submit purchase requests for same. Uses many of the hand and power tools and test instruments associated with the engineering trades and work assignments Work Schedule: M-F Between 6:30am-4:30PM. Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Worker/PD09089A 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, 07/19/2024. 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: Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)Technical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout 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/Working Conditions: Work may require lifting in excess of 75 lbs. This type of lifting could be preformed for several days in succession. The duration should not be over long periods of time but rather to move or assist with the moving of items from one location to another. Work environment is often dusty, dirty and greasy. Work may be performed inside and out -of-doors, in confined and uncomfortable areas, and in areas where there is a possibility of high noise levels. Incumbent is required to be familiar with proper safety precautions when working in patient rooms or areas where infections or contagious diseases exist. Incumbent may be exposed to the possibility of electrical shock, burns, cuts, and/or bruises

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Kansas City VA Medical Center 4801 Linwood Boulevard Kansas City, MO 64128 US
• Name: Brody Hillstock
• Phone: 9136839559
• Email: [email protected]