Summary The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a Maintenance Mechanic, grounds crew, (Parma Outpatient Clinic). The Maintenance Mechanic is located within our Engineering Service. Responsibilities The duties include, but are not limited to: The maintenance repair of all Masonry, Electrical, and Carpentry (Flooring, Locksmithing and General Building maintenance). Developing patterns, laying out, cutting, forming, joining, assembling, and installing items such as intricate brick and block, cement structures, rebar, forming, electrical and electronic hardware, electronic controls, conduits; locksmith, flooring (especially solid surface welded seems) and stonework both straight and curved edges or irregular curves and planes. Applying common carpentry, masonry, and electrical methods, practices and techniques to complete all functions associated with the tasks assigned with little to no supervision. Applying skill and knowledge to ensure the continued safe maintenance of all medical center masonry, electronic controls, electrical hardware, locksmith, and carpentry at the highest level of competency. Reading and interpreting blueprints and perform installations and alterations based upon the blueprints or design drawings at the highest level of competency. Applying knowledge of computers, programming, and their functions as they pertain to both the Lenel proximity card reader and the locksmith program. Identifying and correcting flooring defects, such as a sub-floor that is unleveled or contains rotted wood. Applying strong practical knowledge of woods, synthetics, builders' hardware and is familiar with metal studs and drywall construction and finishing, ceiling repair and installation of both suspended and cemented, floor tile, and furniture (assembly and repair). Applying full knowledge of work practices methods and processes to maintain, construct, alter, and repair a wide variety of structures Displaying knowledge and training on proper handling and disposal of asbestos material and components. Displaying strong practical knowledge of woods, synthetics, builders' hardware and is familiar with metal studs and drywall construction and finishing, ceiling repair and installation of both suspended and cemented, floor tile, and furniture (assembly and repair). Inspect, test, and repair pumps, air compressors, and building equipment. Operate equipment up to 26,000-pound GVW, including 11,000 pound dumper truck. Work Schedule: M-F 7a-330p Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD94305A Physical Requirements: Incumbents will stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, frequently handle, lift, and carry items that weigh up to fifty pounds, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Occasionally required to lift and carry items that weigh over fifty pounds. incumbents will engage in periods of continuous exertion while on ladders and scaffolding while constructing and repairing large or bulky items. The workday requires frequent machinery operation and foot travel as well as use of all hand and power tools. Working Conditions: The work is performed inside and outside and will be exposed to a variety of adverse weather conditions such as rain and snow. It is usually dirty, dusty, greasy, wet, and sometimes requires Incumbent to make repairs or perform maintenance in areas where bad smelling fumes are present. Workers may be required to work from elevated positions or from a work basket or scissor lift. Workers may be required to work in cramped or close spaces. There is the possibility of frequent exposure to temperatures ranging from Oto 90+ degrees F. Incumbent is exposed to possibility of cuts, abrasions, strains, sprains, burns and infection as well as the possibility of broken bones. Some work may expose incumbent to toxic fumes, high pressure air, high pressure fluids, steam, and condensate. Workers will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment as dictated by work conditions, such as protective eyewear, safety shoes/ boots. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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. Education Additional Information Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.