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Summary The position is located in the Loma Linda, Veteran Affairs Health Care System, Facility Management Service, in the Maintenance and Operations Section, Loma Linda, CA. Responsibilities The Journeyman carpenter will be involved in the construction, alteration, repair or modification of items and structures such as metal framework, drywall, T-bar ceilings, doors, windows and fine furniture. The carpenter will be involved in the installation of prefabricated articles such as cabinets and bookcases. Erects metal framework by placing runners and studs in proper position and joining and fastening using screws and bolts. Alters building by installing or removing partitions. Alters building by installing drop ceiling (Coordination required with other trades to move non-carpentry items by supervisor). Is required to repair cabinetwork by replacing parts or sections with properly matched parts. Constructs facilities such as shelves, bins, and pallets for storage of supplies or equipment. Constructs containers such as crates, boxes or cases for use in storage or shipment of materials. Maintains woodworking tools repairs and adjusts turning belts and oils bearings of woodworking machinery. Sharpens edges of cutting tools. Installs items of building hardware such as hinges, hasps, and locks. The incumbent may be called upon to perform scheduled testing, repair, replace parts or assemblies and lubricate as needed items such as fire and smoke door hardware and closures. The carpenter must have the knowledge to use shop mathematics and work with fractions, to plan and measure materials according to requirements and dimensions outlined in specifications. Perform other duties as required. He/she performs other related duties and tasks, which may be assigned in the support of this unit. He/she must have the skills and knowledge to use or operate, adjust and maintain hand or power equipment under safe conditions. The carpenter must have the knowledge to distinguish the difference between materials, such as ½" plywood from ¾" plywood, ½" drywall from 5/8" drywall, also must have adequate knowledge of fastening devices such as nails, screws, and drywall fasteners. The Foreman of the Structural Unit or Facility Improvement Team assigns work orally or through work orders. The carpenter selects tools, decides on the methods and techniques to be used to carry out assignments which are spot-checked during their progress. He/she selects the materials, which are described in the specifications, or obtains permission to substitute if standard materials are not available. The carpenter will be able to do material take-offs for assignments, develop bill of materials, interrupt architectural drawings, utilize Microsoft software, particular Excel and Word, and interrupt life Safety and trades standards/compliance in the execution of work. Other Duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Carpenter / PD10840A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required 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) 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, 07/08/2024. 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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) 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. Physical Requirements: The carpenter works at benches or on job sites while materials are on supports. This requires considerable standing, stooping and or bending. He/she also works on ladders and scaffolds, which require working overhead or in stretched, cramped or awkward positions. Arm movement is considerable, when on job site repairs are to be made using hand operated tools. The carpenter occasionally may lift and carry items that weigh up to 90 pounds. Working Conditions: The carpenter will work inside a shop where the worker is subject to cuts for hand or powered tools and danger from flying splinters and chips. Shop work is also unpleasant due to the presence of sawdust in the air. Frequently the carpenter may work outside in all kinds of weather. Occasionally he/she required to wear protective equipment and clothing that are sometimes heavy and uncomfortable. Education Additional Information 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. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. 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. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or more) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. 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. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.