This position is located in the Commander Navy Region Southeast, NAS Joint Reserve Base New Orleans. The purpose of the position is to perform work alongside co-workers in the construction, renovation, maintenance and repair of facilities assigned. The incumbent will also set up and tear down special events.

Duties

Summary of Duties: Performs work in at least two of the following trades in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related fixtures and utilities: Plumbing: Makes plumbing repairs that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, resealing, replacing defective parts or units of utility, supply, and disposal systems, such as dirty traps, sections of broken tile, damaged or broken pipe, leaky faucets, and stopped up drains. Installs water heaters, garbage disposal units, faucets, and sinks. Carpentry: Measures, cuts, and constructs or repairs wood or wood substitute items such as scaffolds, staging parts, panels, bins, pallets, concrete forms, dry walls, sheathing, and roof decking. Painting: Performs standard coating methods such as brushing, rolling and spraying, by the use of coating materials that are prepared according to specific directions, and by the application of coating techniques that insure surfaces are fully coated, protected, and free from drips and runs. Observes required safety, sanitation and hazardous waste disposal rules and regulations. Operates vehicles to transport tools and materials to work site. Performs other related duties as required. Skills and Knowledge: Two years of experience that demonstrates knowledge in the applicable combination of trades sufficient to perform the duties of the position. Possession of a valid state driver's license. Responsibility: Works under general supervision. The majority of the work is performed independently where the incumbent makes decisions based on personal knowledge. Physical Effort: Requires prolonged standing; stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Lifts, carries, and sets up materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally may handle materials and equipment weighing 50 pounds and over. Working Conditions: Work is performed both inside and outside, and incumbent is exposed to dirt, paint vapor

Requirements

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization. One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: A minimum two years documented general experience, with two years documented specialized experience in the applicable combination of trades noted herein sufficient to perform the duties of the position. Ability to read, write and follow appropriate plans and specifications. Ability to communicate verbally and to perform all the necessary math computations and measurements. Plumbing Work: Knowledge of how carious supply, disposal and utility systems and equipment are installed and operated. Knowledge to plan and lay out the installation and modification of various system equipment; to interpret and apply building plane and blueprints; to use shop mathematics; and lay out such things as angles, arc and circles. Skill in the use of any of the accepted trade methods and techniques and in the use of tools and equipment. Carpentry and Paint: Must be knowledgeable in shop mathematics and possess the skill to compute complex and exact projects with features such as arcs, tangents and circles. Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply building plans, specifications, blueprints and sketches of all complexity. Must have the knowledge of the basic components of a structure and understand the purpose of the components as they relate to the complete structure so as to ensure strength, support and fit of assemblies. Must be skilled in the use of a variety of hand and power shop tools of the carpentry trade to include set up and adjustment of tools to accomplish all tasks. Must be knowledgeable of safety measures when using tools and must possess the skill to maintain the tools to include sharpening saws, tools, and accessories. Must have knowledge of standard surface preparation and coating methods and techniques. Must have skill in the use of such tools and equipment as scrapers, wire brushes, putty knives, sandpaper, paint brushes, rollers, spray guns, etc. Performance of carpentry duties requires a thorough knowledge of wood and wood substitute materials and construction techniques. Must be able to produce finished products with precise fits, accurate dimensions and acceptable appearance. Must be able to use advanced shop mathematics to plan, compute and lay out complex and exact projects with features such as arcs, tangents and circles. Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply building plans, specifications, blueprints and sketches of all complexity. Must have the knowledge of the basic components of a structure and understand the purpose of the components as they relate to the complete structure so as to ensure strength, support and fit of assemblies. Must be skilled in the use of a variety of general and precision carpentry equipment, to include set up and adjustment of tools to accomplish all tasks. Must be knowledgeable of safety measures when using tools and must possess the skill to maintain the tools to include sharpening saws, tools, and accessories. Electrical Work: Knowledge of the makeup, operation, and installation of a variety of electrical systems, circuits, equipment, and controls. Knowledge of how various circuits, equipment, and controls operate fit and works together. Knowledge of the various gauges, sizes, and types of wire, conduit, couplings, fittings, relays, boxes, circuit breakers, and other electrical devices. Skill to plan, lay out, and complete the installation, modifications, and repair of various systems, circuits, equipment, and controls such as the routing, placement, balance, load, continuity, and proper and safe operation of circuits and controls, and wiring systems in buildings. Skill to interpret and apply building plans, blueprints, wiring diagram, and engineering drawings, and use formulas basic to the trade to figure such things as voltage and resistance. Skill in the use of hand tools and a wide variety of test equipment, for example, wire cutters and strippers, drills, soldering irons, screwdrivers, test meters, test lamps, Voltmeters, ammeters, watt meters, and ohmmeters. Mason: Knowledge of the techniques and procedures of brick, block, and stonework. Has a basic knowledge of the techniques and procedures involved in laying brick, block, and stone in the construction and repair of walkways, veneer wails, and similarly uncomplicated structures. Has ability to use trowel, spirit levels, plumb bobs, air-hammers, and chisels in preparing work surfaces and accomplishing mason tasks. Knowledge of and ability to use the various hand and power tools associated with the occupation. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration. ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE. KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/ Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. Social Security Card is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check. A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal. NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Contacts

• Address NAS JRB New Orleans 400 Russell Ave Bldg 261 New Orleans, LA 70143 US
• Name: Mindy Ussery
• Phone: 504-678-9841
• Email: [email protected]