Pipefitter

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The James H. Quillen VA Medical Center seeks a WG-10 Maintenance Mechanic - Pipefitter to perform upkeep and repair of buildings, grounds, fixtures, and utilities. Work within the Engineering Service across three Maintenance Units.

A federal qualification process applies and candidates must meet all requirements by the closing date. This position emphasizes reading blueprints, using tools, and applying technical practices to ensure safe, compliant operations of facilities and systems in a

Qualifications

• Evidence of training or experience adequate to perform the duties described.
• Qualifications will be evaluated under the OPM Federal Wage System standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair buildings, grounds, fixtures, and utilities.
• Read, interpret, and apply blueprints, schematics, and instructions.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment safely and effectively.

Job description

The WG-10 Maintenance Mechanic - Pipefitter position is assigned to one of three Maintenance Units within the Engineering Service of the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. The incumbent performs a variety of tasks involved in the upkeep and repair of buildings, grounds, and related structures, fixtures, and utilities. 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:

• Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)
• Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.
• Measurement and Layout
• Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)
• Troubleshooting

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.