Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for general maintenance and repair requirements as established by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Work Leader, Supervisory General Engineer, or Chief, Facilities Management Service, for the Aleda E. Lutz Veterans Affairs Healthcare System.

Job Description

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 02/12/2026. 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: Computer Skills Mechanical Operation of Equipment/Machinery Shop Practices Technical Problem Solving 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The position requires considerable bending, kneeling, and stooping. Strenuous physical exertion may be required when handling heavy/bulky materials such as sheets of plywood, and other building/ construction materials. Standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing on ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and rooftops and working in tiring and uncomfortable or awkward positions is required. May use portable power tools for extended periods of time in uncomfortable positions. Lifting and moving materials weighting up to 50 pounds; with assistance may lift/move heavier items. When working in shop areas, the incumbent may be exposed to moderate or high noise from machinery, sawdust, glue fumes, and hazards related to power equipment. When working outdoors, the incumbent may be exposed to typical, weather conditions, subject to heat in summer and cold in winter. Will encounter hazards associated with working around/on scaffolding and ladders, also may work in confined areas such as crawl spaces and attics that are typically dusty and dirty. May be subject to bumps, scrapes and bruises associated with typical trades work. While using acetylene torches, blazing torches, and soldering irons, the incumbent must be required safety precautions to avoid burns, must use personal protective equipment as prescribed by federal standards.