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.
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 Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) 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.
The Maintenance Worker accomplishes assignments in all categories of engineering work (i.e. electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, mechanical, air conditioning, laboring and painting). Accomplishes almost any type of engineering assignment except those of a complex nature. 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 Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Work on the Construction Crew and will be under the supervision of the Construction Crew Supervisor. Assignments are written or verbal from the Supervisor, Work leaders or Journeymen. Incumbent works with minimum supervision on less complicated tasks or with a journeyman on more complex tasks. Incumbent learns his/her way about the entire Medical Center Complex. Must learn the locations of various equipment in which repairs or maintenance is to be performed. Incumbent must be able to read and understand manufacturers' instructions, parts manuals, repair manuals and the more common or simple diagrams or prints when performing maintenance tasks. Incumbent is responsible for the physical security of all tools and equipment assigned to the position, as well as that of the facility. Work assignments are considered incomplete until the equipment or system is restored or placed into operation, all debris is removed and the work area is clean. The work site must be maintained broom clean, especially before quitting time each day. At completion of any task, the appropriate paperwork is turned in as complete (i.e., work orders, EWR's, PM printouts, etc. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am-4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Worker/PD08089A Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Position requires some heavy lifting, movement of ladders required along with stamina to perform physical labor. Pulling, pushing, reaching above shoulder level, use of both hands, standing, bending, and walking is required for the entire shift. Ability for muscular and mental coordination is necessary. Working conditions include hazards caused by hot steam and hot water pipes, extremes of heat, sewer fumes, falls from ladders and scaffolds, bumps from overhead pipes or low ceilings in the working area. May be assigned to areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present. May be required to wear personal protective clothing as dictated by policy.