Summary Facilities Management Service is seeking Maintenance Workers to perform various small repairs of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and performs other general carpentry duties at the medical center. This includes installations, assembles, maintenance, repairs, and some fabrications of various systems and equipment. Incumbents will work under the direct supervision of the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor. Responsibilities The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define "who we are," our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence ("I CARE"). As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. Duties: Install door holders, lock sockets, closures, bumpers, hand rails, hinge, etc. Operate, maintain, repair and make adjustments to various power activated tools. i.e. skill saws, bench sander, table saw, band. Fabricate and/or assemble, dissemble shelving, case work and counters. Repair, install, and replace suspended ceiling grid system and panels. Layout, install, and maintain vinyl tile, base coving laminated surfaces. Lay out frame and erect partitions. Estimate material Cost as well as inspect materials to ensure quality and quantity. Build displays, modify tables, counters, cabinets and shelving, etc. Perform electrical work that consists of replacing fixtures, lights, switches, outlets, motors, and Health Care Provider call systems. TV systems, pulling cable, etc. Tools of the trade used are screwdriver, hammer, volt/ohm meter, pliers, wire cutters, insulation, strippers, etc. Additional duties as assigned. Work Schedule: 0800-1630 Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Worker/PD9549-A Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be prepared to spend time walking on cement, tile or other hard surfaces. Stoops, bends, and stands in tiring and uncomfortable positions, which require a great deal of stamina and good health. Normally moves at a rapid pace in performing some duties. Frequently lifts, transports, carries or handles heavy items or supplies or equipment. In making physical moves within and without of the warehouse area, lifts, pushes, handles or otherwise controls heavy items. The incumbent must work from ladders, scaffolds, platforms and in areas where dirt, fumes, various gases and other contaminants are present. The individual also required to work on ladders in an overhead position and in small spaces. Individual is subject to Ion& periods of standing, sitting or squatting and must frequently lift, carry and set up material and equipment that weight up to 50 pounds. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. 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, Repair Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Without 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. Education Additional Information A supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.