The Battle Creek VA Medical Center is recruiting for a Pipefitter Leader. The Pipefitter Leader will function under the Facilities Management Service.

Duties

The duties of the position may include but, are not limited to: The incumbent leads the Pipefitting (plumbing) Shop in accomplishing the supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods and quality standards. Performs a full range of duties at the Journeyman level. The incumbent's duties include installations, maintenance and repair of all plumbing and piping systems, both inside and outside buildings, and all equipment fixtures and fittings served by these piping systems. The incumbent passes on to other workers the instructions received from the supervisor and assigns the immediate tasks to be performed. Checks work while in progress and upon completion to ensure the supervisor's .instructions on work sequence, procedures, quality standards and deadlines are met. The incumbent of this position is responsible for assisting the supervisor in creating and maintaining a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Program for pipe fitting and plumbing systems. He/she is also charged with Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) duties over various service vendors in conjunction with maintenance, repair, or 1ocal project issues. He/she sees that needed plans, blueprints, materials and tools are available and needed stock is obtained from suppliers. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am -4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Pipefitter Leader/PD086890 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, 08/06/2024. 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: AccountabilityAttention to DetailContracting/ProcurementCustomer Service (Clerical/Technical)LeadershipOral CommunicationPlanning and EvaluatingPlumbing and PipefittingProject Management 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: Makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the systems and equipment worked on are in hard-to-reach places. Stands, stoops, bends, kneels, climbs and works in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently handles, lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds). Occasionally, lifts and carry items that weigh over 23 kilograms (50 pounds). The incumbent must be mentally alert and able to act independently in case of an emergency.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Battle Creek VA Medical Center 5500 Armstrong Road Battle Creek, MI 49037 US
• Name: Michael A. Robinson
• Phone: 614-439-6881
• Email: [email protected]