Carpentry Worker

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/07/2024. 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. Driver’s License: A current, valid state-issued Driver’s License is required for this position. Physical Requirements: Strenuous physical exertion is often required when handling heavy and bulky materials such as sheets of plywood, framing members and other building and construction materials. Carpentry workers use manual or portable tools for extended periods in uncomfortable positions. Work typically requires bending, stooping, crawling and climbing on ladders, scaffolding, and rooftops. Incumbent must have the physical strength, safe approach and stamina to lift and move materials up to 40 pounds, unassisted and occasionally lift or move heavier items with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers. You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Working Conditions: Work is performed in areas where the worker is exposed to moderate or high noise levels from operating machinery, sawdust in the air, glue fumes, and hazards associated with woodworking and related power equipment. Incumbent works indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions such as high and extremely low temperatures. Incumbent may be exposed to outdoor projects may require work near moving vehicles and the hazards of falls while working on and around scaffolds and ladders. Subject to cuts, bruises and contusions. Incumbent may work in confined areas such as crawl spaces and attic, which may be dusty, wet and dirty. Workers are subject to high noise levels from operating power tools, or other hazards such as airborne dust, cuts, bruises and irritation of eyes and skin from exposure to chemicals. Incumbent will use protective devices such as earplugs, safety glasses, respirators, and gloves. He/She safely drives in all types of traffic and/or weather conditions and is exposed to possible accidents and injury.
This position is assigned to the Facilities Management Service. The employee serves primarily as a carpenter helper, throughout the facility as assigned and support of the interior design program. Sioux Falls VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS) which consists of the Medical Center at the main campus and five Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). The CBOCs are located throughout the eastern side of South Dakota and Iowa.