Carpenter

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Carpenter for the Marion VA Medical Center located in Marion, IL.

The role is within the Maintenance and Operations section of Facilities Management Service, supporting hospital facilities and Community Based Outpatient Centers (CBOCs). The position involves performing carpentry duties across a variety of structures and materials, reading blueprints, measuring to exact specifications, and using hand and power tools to ensure precise fit and

Qualifications

• Experience or training demonstrating ability to perform carpentry duties as described.
• Ability to follow instructions and read blueprints/specifications.
• Evidence of manual dexterity and safety-conscious work habits.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full range of carpentry duties including cutting, constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying materials to accomplish repairs and alterations.
• Measure and cut materials to exact specifications for precise fit and finish.
• Prepare and use hand and power tools to construct and repair structural components.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

Measurement

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Summary
This position functions as a Carpenter for the Marion VA Medical Center - Marion - IL within the Maintenance and Operations section (M&O) of the Facilities Management Service. In addition to the hospital - support services are provided to all Community Based Outpatient Centers (CBOCs).

Summary
This position functions as a Carpenter for the Marion VA Medical Center - Marion - IL within the Maintenance and Operations section (M&O) of the Facilities Management Service. In addition to the hospital - support services are provided to all Community Based Outpatient Centers (CBOCs).
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 Interpret Instructions - Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Measurement and Layout 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.
Duties

• Major Duties Performs the full range of carpentry duties including cutting - constructing - installing - repairing - and modifying steel (steel stud systems) - wood - and composite materials to accomplish repairs - alterations - additions - and occasional new construction
• Accomplishes close tolerances - precise fit - structural soundness - and a finished appearance by measuring and cutting materials to exact specifications using straight - angle - and curved cuts
• Prepares and uses hand and power tools and equipment to construct and make repairs to structural components such as rafters - walls - drop ceilings - staircases - flooring - windows - frames - doors - interior and exterior trim - furniture - cabinets - concrete and concrete forms - scaffolding - drywall - roof decking - and related structures
• Plans - measures - and lays out carpentry projects
• Estimates materials for repair - minor improvement - maintenance - and station labor projects in order to provide management with cost figures for special projects - preventative maintenance - equipment repair - and improvement projects
• Performs routine maintenance such as lubricating machinery - changing and sharpening blades - and adjusting drive belt tensions
• Performs a variety of work in related labor trades including shop cleaning and medical center grounds snow removal
• Drywall/Sheetrock: Measures - cuts - and shapes sheets using hand and power tools - accommodating mechanical and structural features
• Installs on walls - ceilings - and structural framing - ensuring proper alignment and fit
• Flooring: Installs - repairs - and replaces a variety of flooring systems
• Prepares subfloors and measures - cuts - and secures flooring using hand and power tools - adhesives - fasteners and mechanical systems appropriate to flooring type
• Concrete Work: Constructs - repairs - and replaces small slabs - footings - pads - curbs - walkways - and equipment pads.Uses patch compounds - bonding agents - epoxy fillers - and other approved materials to restore strength and appearance
• Roofing: Installs - repairs - and replaces sheet metal roofing systems using specialized tools to fabricate - cut - shape and bend materials for installation
• Prepares roof decking surfaces prior to installation
• Performs tuckpointing on brick - block - and masonry structures
• Removes cracked or loose mortar and replaces with new mortar to retore structural integrity.Insulation: Installs - repairs - and replaces wall insulation materials
• Prepares wall framing
• Measures - cuts - and secures installation to meet R values - fire ratings - and manufacturer's specifications
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Work Schedule: M-F 7:00am-3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: PD10538A Physical Requirements: Considerable standing - stooping - and bending is required
• Climbing and working from ladders and scaffolds in stretched - cramped - or awkward positions is necessary
• Using a hammer and other hand tools necessitates considerable arm and hand movement and dexterity
• Lifts and carries items up to 50 pounds
• Items over 50 pounds are infrequently carried or others assist in movement.