Maintenance Mechanic Leader

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/18/2024. 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 ability to do the position as a Maintenance Mechanic Leader. Examples include but not limited to: Knowledge of and skill in using any of the accepted trade methods and techniques used by the workers under the incumbents lead. Skilled in setting up and operating the full range of industrial woodworking and related machinery such as routers, band and scroll saws, and drill presses. Able to determine the proper grade, size, and type of lumber or wood substitute material required for the job. Skill in operating and using power and hand tools and other woodworking equipment such as portable drills, clippers, joiners, shavers, tenoners, sanders, routers, power activated nailers, combustion type saws, screw fasteners, drill presses, and table saws. knowledge of and skill in using any of the accepted trade methods and techniques. Must know how to set up, adjust and adapt hand and power tools to accomplish more difficult tasks such as cutting bevels, rabbets, chamfers,. dados, grooves and miter joints, lamination and bending; and fine-surfacing of materials. Must have the ability to read, interpret and apply building plans, specifications, blueprints, sketches and building codes. Must be able to lead multiple trades at one time and be able to independently make informed decisions. Performs other related duties as assigned, such as assisting other trades with work on construction, alteration, repair and modifications, etc. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise 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. Physical Requirements: Medium to heavy lifting and carrying, working in awkward conditions, overhead, cramped quarters, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders and stairs, working from scaffolding and ladders. Requires good eye-hand coordination Working Conditions: Works inside and outside of buildings in all weather, exposed to hot and cold temperatures. Exposed to some occupational disease hazard working in Medical Center laboratories, wards, and clinical rooms. Danger in falling from ladders and scaffolds, from cuts by tools and power equipment, strains from lifting and from masonry dust in removal of old tile and plaster. May work in confined area such as crawl spaces and attics which may be dusty and dirty. Also exposed to toxic fumes and effects from paints. Some work is performed in shop 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 is expected to wear safety equipment when working with power equipment, including ear plugs, safety glasses, respirators, and gloves.
Leads Maintenance and Repair staff at the VA Portland Health Care System (VAPORHCS). Receives work orders, instruction for distribution of work assignments and methods for accomplishment and documenting from the Maintenance Supervisor on a day-to-day or job-by-job basis. Follows established step-by-step work procedures or recognized trade practices and makes minor deviations in procedures or methods to meet temporary conditions.