Maintenance Worker

Summary The Maintenance Worker position is assigned to the Facility Management Department, James A. Lovell Federal Healthcare Center – 556, VISN 12, Veterans Health Administration, Department Veterans Affairs, in North Chicago, IL. Responsibilities Duties: Duties include, but are not limited to: Plumbing Worker: Monitors irregular use and/or low flow fixtures by flushing at least twice per week until minimum required oxidant residuals are attained in the discharged water. Performs daily monitoring of systems that use chlorine dioxide as a disinfectant to check residuals at buildings entry points. Works independently performing a variety of sub-journeyman level plumbing work including but not limited to repairing and installing small water pipes and new plumbing fixtures throughout the Fisher house. Follows safe work practices and procedures particularly while lifting, carrying tools, maintaining equipment, etc. Carpentry Worker: Works independently performing a variety of sub-journeyman level carpentry trade tasks in the maintenance, remodeling, and repair of all facilities associated with Captain James A. Lovell FHCC. Plans, performs layout, and accomplishes remodeling, repair or new facilities for offices, shops, storage areas, and equipment, to include, but not limited to assembly of modular and nonmodular office systems, used inside and outside. Maintains, repairs and documents all smoke and fire wall penetrations at the Fisher house which include sealing all wall penetrations with a material capable of restricting the transfer of smoke. Smoke and Fire walls shall be maintained to Accreditation and Life Safety Standards. Painter Worker: Performs a variety of sub-journeyman level painting assignments including brush, roller to accomplish painting and decorating of interior/exterior surfaces of buildings, structures, and/or other equipment when appearance as well as surface protection is important. Sets up ladders and/or scaffolds, prepares paints carefully, selects, uses and cleans brushes and other painting equipment. Washes, scrapes, sands, grinds or otherwise cleans surfaces to assure that dirt, loose paint, rust, deteriorated caulking, etc., are removed and that a good bond with paint, varnish, enamel or other coating is achieved. When appropriate, caulks before painting. Electrical Worker: Works independently performing a variety of sub-journeyman level electrical tasks at the Fisher house including resetting electrical breakers and making minor repairs to fluorescent fixtures and incandescent luminaries and desk lamps. A/C Equipment Mechanic Worker: Works independently performing a variety of sub-Journey level A/C Equipment Mechanic tasks located at the Fisher house including but not limited to adjusting A/C thermostats, preventative maintenance and changing filters on all A/C units which meet or exceed to manufacturers instructions. Laborer Worker: Utilizes small tools (i.e., screw drivers, pliers, wrenches, electric screw drivers, hammers, vise grips, levels, etc.) to disassemble/assemble relocated furniture, shelves, bookcases, and any other items requiring minor work to relocate/reassemble. Gardner Worker: Mows lawns and turf areas and trims trees and shrubs. Develops flower beds and landscapes areas to enhance and beautify assigned work sites. Estimates quantities of plants, seeds, fertilizers and other material needed for a specific job. Select the proper fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides for the control of common plant diseases, plant insects, and weeds. Treats all turf, shrubs, and seed areas with various nutrients and chemicals in accordance with EPA regulations and FHCC requirements. Plants trees, shrubs and bushes as directed. Maintains all ornamentals by trimming, pruning and irrigating. Operates a government-owned motor vehicle in performance of assigned job tasks; therefore, possess upon entrance for duty, a valid state drivers license and in addition, must be able to always maintain a valid state drivers license while employed in this position. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 08:00am-4:30pm Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) – See “Required Documents” below for details. Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) – See “Additional Information” below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/15/2024. DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIREMENT: This position requires the possession of a valid driver license. (Please DO NOT submit your drivers license with your application materials.) A valid driver license is mandatory. You must complete any driver manual training that may be required by the location support facility required to drive a government vehicle. Your driver license will be verified at interview. (We cannot forward documents that contain pictures, therefore, Please DO NOT submit your drivers license with your application materials.) PHYSICAL EFFORT: The Maintenance Worker must be capable of lifting, carrying, and moving heavy loads (weighing up to fifty (50lbs) pounds, stooping, climbing, standing, walking, squatting, kneeling, etc. Often times works in cramped spaces which involve muscular strength and sustained physical efforts. Workers may be required to work at variable heights from ladders, boom list, scissor lift or scaffolds to accomplish assigned tasks. Full use of arms, hands and legs is required to enable incumbent to accomplish these physical demands. Good hearing, corrected with an aid, and good eyesight, corrected with glasses, are required to enable incumbent to perform a satisfactory job. AND WORK CONDITIONS: The Maintenance Worker can work inside or outside. When working outside, they are exposed to all kinds of weather conditions. Inside work is often accomplished in office buildings or in well lighted, heated, and ventilated areas. The Maintenance Worker is frequently exposed to weather and temperature extremes, drafts, noise, dust, and dirt. They are exposed to the possibility of bruises, muscle strains, cuts, and scrapes. Some work is performed in shop areas where the Maintenance worker is exposed to moderate or high noise levels from operating machinery, sawdust in the air, glue fumes and other hazards associated with woodworking. The Maintenance Worker is subject to cuts, bruises, and contusions. The Maintenance Worker may be exposed to weather conditions and hazards of working on or around ladders and scaffolds. The Maintenance Worker may work in confined areas such as crawl spaces and attics which may be dusty and dirty. The Maintenance Worker uses protective clothing and devices. On occasion, may be required to perform assigned tasks in asbestos-restricted areas. The Maintenance Worker will follow safety procedures and use standard safety equipment such as gloves, ear protectors, safety glasses and steel-toe shoes to avoid possible hazards in the work area, mishandling of the equipment, tools, and tasks involved at this level, may result in more serious injuries. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Managements website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Education There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Contact the Agency Contact for information on how to apply under this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.