Maintenance Mechanic (Carpenter)

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. Applicants must receive a minimum of two points on the below screen-out element to be deemed eligible for consideration. Ability To Do the Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (be able to possess 2 of 4 of the following skills: installation of acoustic ceilings, metal stud framing, commercial construction layout and framing, commercial door & door hardware). JOB ELEMENTS. The below job elements (skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal characteristics considered necessary for success on the job) are approved by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management for individual occupations as well as for jobs having common requirements. Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore, please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your current, valid stated issued Driver’s License. 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: Works at benches or while material is on supports. This requires considerable standing, stooping, and bending. Will work on ladders and scaffolds which require working overhead or in stretched, cramped, or awkward positions. Arm movement is considerable when nailing and using such tools as handsaws and planers. Work may also require physical exertion and the lifting or carrying of various weights. Concrete work requires heavier effort in handling and finishing of the project. Working Conditions: Worker is subject to cuts from hand or power tools and danger from flying splinters and chips of wood. Shop work is also unpleasant due to the presence of sawdust in the air. Frequently the incumbent works outside in all kinds of weather. There are times when protection from weather conditions is limited to unheated building shells. They are subject to danger of falling when working on roofs, scaffolds, and ladders. They are exposed to possibility of burns from hot asphalt, as well as cuts and bruises. Working with asphalt results in exposure to unusually dirty conditions that are damaging to clothing and shoes. NOTE: Your answers will be verified against the information you provide on your resume, documents, and information supplied by your references. If you do not clearly describe your experience in your resume, you will be rated ineligible. We cannot make assumptions about your work experience and skills.
Possess detailed knowledge and skills at a journeyman level of building construction techniques and methods. Installs ceiling/floor/ceramic tiles, metal studs, drywall, wall panels, toilet partitions, doors and door frames complete with hardware, carpet, countertops. Alters, repairs and modifies building structures, frames and furniture. Plans and complete projects from initial layout to final assembly. Lays brick and repairs concrete blocks. Prepares mortar and surfaces to be repaired.