Carpentry Worker
What you'd do
The Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center is recruiting for a Carpentry Worker, at the Engineering Service of Facility Operations Section, Long Beach, CA. The work involves constructing, altering, maintaining, and repairing buildings, structures, partitions, panels, tool cabinets, bookcases, work benches, and other items using wood, wood substitutes, and composite building materials.
Major duties
Duties include but are not limited to the following: Construct, alter, repair, and/or modifies items and structures, such as frameworks, doors, windows, screens, desks, chairs, panic hardware, work benches, cabinets, display racks, counter tops and shelves. Install various forms of drywall i.e., type "x" or lead-lined drywall. Fit and hang doors. Drill metal and wood doors for hardware. Install ceiling tile and "T" bars. Layout and install wall protection, such as stainless steel or vinyl sheets. Repair and install cove base. Hang pictures, portraits or any other items on the wall in a safe and secure manner. Set up and operate a wide variety of wood working machines and tools. Assemble items with a variety of joining techniques, such as miters, rabbets, dados, biscuit, mortise and tenon and/or uses glues and/or adhesive to secure wood pieces, veneers and/or counter tops. Utilize wood, metal, and various composite materials when installing or replacing interior partitions, flooring, panels, suspended ceilings, counter tops and/or moldings. Interpret drawings, blueprints and/or specifications independently and determine the layout and/or work sequences and/or types of lumber or special related materials. Plan and carry out a project from initial layout to completion. May assist with minor duties in Masonry, Plastering, Roofing, Painting and/or Tile Setting. Work Schedule: Mon-Fri; 0700 - 1630 Position Description Title/PD#: Carpentry Worker/PD12513A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Physical Requirements: Use manual or portable power tools for extended periods in uncomfortable positions. On-site work typically requires bending, stooping, crawling, and climbing on ladders, scaffolding, and rooftops. Workers may lift and move materials up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds), unassisted, and occasionally lift or move heavier items with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers.
What you need to qualify
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.
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