Carpenter - Veterans Health Administration

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. Knowledge of Materials Measurement and Layout Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) 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. Measures, cuts, constructs assembles and/ or repairs wood or wood substitute items such as scaffolding, staging parts, panels, bins, pallets, concrete forms, stud walls, and roof decking to provide a serviceable product, but where final appearance is not the primary consideration. Plans and completes projects which involve constructing, altering, repairing, and/or modifying framework, doors/door locks, finished paneling, windows, rough furniture, interior/exterior trim, staircases, trusses and beams. Spacing, accuracy and fit are essential, and structural soundness or appearances are important. T Builds walls, partitions, and dust barriers from metal studs, wood, drywall, plastic, etc. Responsible for wall repair and preparation including but not limited to drywall repair and replacement and applying the first round of taping and compound. Responsible for maintaining records concerning the keying system, repairs made in response to work orders, and parts and material used. Repairs and installs cabinets, bookcases, picture frames, frames, suspended ceilings, vinyl floor tile, louvers, scaffolds, bulletin boards, railings, etc. He/she repairs windows, screens, carts, and chairs. Installs miscellaneous operating fixtures such as soap and towel dispensers, and window coverings such as shades, curtain rods, blinds, etc. Plans, measures, and lays out carpentry materials using general knowledge of wood materials and substitutes and general woodworking techniques. Plans, measures, and lays out carpentry projects when provided complete, detailed, sketches, blueprints, or instructions. Operates and uses hand and power tools, saws, hammers, drills, routers, power glue guns, power saws, sanders, and planes, etc. Operates and uses various nails, screws, bonding materials, and specialized fasteners. Operates and uses tools to prevent splitting, chipping, and splintering of materials. Applies lacquer, varnish, shellac to finished wood surfaces as needed. Performs preventive maintenance and repair on wheelchairs, lawn furniture, laundry carts, and wheels and casters on all types of rolling stock. Performs minor plumbing repairs such as bathroom fixtures, plumbing supply lines and drains, water heaters, repair and replace gas, oil and compressed air lines, pumps, valves and traps in the absence of the Plumber. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Intermittent Position Description Title/PD#: Carpenter/PD07788A Physical Requirements: Work is performed in a wood shop and/or at job sites. Work may require standing for extended periods while operating machines, stooping, stretching, bending, crawling and kneeling for long periods of time. Strenuous physical ex