This position is located at the Black Hills VA Health Care System within the Facilities Management service line. A general knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry skills, and minor troubleshooting skills is required.

Duties

Major duties include but are not limited to: Performs basic and routine repair for various trades that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, cleaning, adjusting, and testing defective parts and equipment such as light fixtures, dish washers, garbage disposals, electrical appliances, drains, faucets, hot water heaters, doors, switches, and other like equipment Hooks up to installed systems such as water, steam, sewer, gas, and electrical Assists journeyman Pipefitters, Electricians, and Carpenters when additional manpower is needed for higher level technical tasks Uses work order, oral instructions, manufacturer's literature and sketches that provide information on work needing to be accomplished Performs minor troubleshooting and requests assistance and direction from his/her supervisor and journeyman when faced with complex problems Installs replacement equipment, devices, and fixtures and replaces sections of pipe using previously determined routing, hangers, and sizing Performs Preventative Maintenances as assigned following established procedures Provides routine maintenance and repair to include replacing light bulbs, replacing stained or damaged ceiling tile, repairing or coordinating repairs roof and water leaks Performs electrical safety checks on electrical appliances to ensure appliances are in safe condition Inspects the general condition of the equipment and ensures cords are intact to include end plug and electrical cord Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (work hours may be further discussed during the interview) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Worker/PD20262A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Pre-employment physical required
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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. For this position, you must have the ability to do the work without more than normal supervision in performing the full range of duties. Examples of qualifying related experience include but are not limited to: perform a variety of plumbing duties such as repairing leaks, faucets, tubs, toilet components, etc.; perform basic carpentry tasks such as measuring, sawing, cutting and caulking construction materials; perform basic electrical duties such as disconnecting power sources, replacing light fixtures, fuses, switches ballasts, and bulbs; and utilize necessary common hand and power tools. 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 (includes blueprint reading)MaterialsMeasuring InstrumentsTechnical 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: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. The employee works from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms to reach hard to access places to perform assigned tasks. The position requires the employee to stoop, stand, bend, kneel, climb, and lift and move parts and equipment up to 50 lbs. Occasionally the employee is required to lift items in excess of 50 pounds. Working Conditions: This position completes work assignments both inside and outside and may be exposed to temperature and weather extremes. The employee is exposed to dirty, dusty, and greasy conditions. Incumbent is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, and bruises.

Education

There is no educational substitution.

Contacts

• Address VA Black Hills Health Care System 113 Comanche Road Fort Meade, SD 57741 US
• Name: Kara Grieser
• Phone: (320) 252-1670 X7151
• Email: [email protected]