This position is located in Des Moines, Iowa, within the VA Central Iowa Health Care System and is located in the Carpentry shop of Facilities Management. Under the direct supervision, the employee is expected to use initiative and judgment in accomplishing work assignments in all facets through an independent manner. Projects frequently include work that requires close tolerances, precise fit and a finished appearance.
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 (includes blueprint reading) Materials 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.
Major duties listed but not limited to: Carpentry - Plans, measures and lays out projects involving constructing, altering, repairing, and/or modifying flooring, walls, doors, windows, ceilings and other building components Painting - Prepares surfaces and uses appropriate coating techniques that ensure surfaces have a smooth-textured and decorative appearance and meet thickness and level requirements. Locksmithing - Installs and repairs locksets and locking mechanisms throughout the facility. Manages and maintains the facility key and lock control system. Concrete Finishing - Able to complete the final finishing of cement and concrete, and work on difficult projects, requiring more precise measurements and setting forms in curved as well as straight lines. Maintenance and Repairs - Performs routine maintenance and repair activities involving carpentry, painting, locksmith, masonry and other trades as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD30201A 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. Physical Efforts: Work required considerable bending, kneeling and stooping. If the assignment is located at a job site, strenuous physical exertion may be required when handling heavy/bulky materials such as sheets of plywood or other building/construction materials. Use of manual or portable power tools for extended periods of time in uncomfortable positions. Construction work typically requires bending, stooping, climbing on ladders, scaffolding and rooftops. Lifts and moves materials weighing up to 40 pounds. With assistance may lift/move heavier items. Working Conditions: When working in shop areas, could be exposed to moderate or high noise levels from machinery, sawdust, glue fumes and hazards related to power equipment. When completing maintenance or repair, or working at project/construction sites, exposed to prevailing weather conditions and hazards associated with working on/around scaffolding and ladders. Subject to cuts, bruises and contusions. May work in confined areas such as crawl spaces and attics that are typically dusty and dirty. Must wear proper protective equipment for all of these conditions. 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.