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Maintenance Worker

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
Naval District Washington
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Summary

This position is located at the Navy Gateway Inns & Suites at NSF Dahlgren. The purpose of this position is to perform facilities maintenance work, involving two or more of the skilled trades. Performs intermediate level tasks and works more independently as training and experience increase.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
09/23/2020 to 09/30/2020
Salary
$15.99 to - $15.99 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NA 8
Location
Dahlgren, VA
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
08
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Announcement number
VA-20-25772
Control number
579650400

Duties

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•Ensures security of all guests is maintained at all times.

•Ensures guest privacy is maintained at all times.

•Responsible for a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks involving standard methods related to the operation and maintenance of physical plant facilities.

•Performs work in at least two or more of the following trades in the maintenance and repair of buildings and related fixtures or having significant emphasis in one of the higher level licensed trades: Electrical, Heating, Ventilation and Cooling (HVAC) or Plumbing.

•Maintains work order log and follow up as required. Reports status to supervisor. Logs trouble calls with contractor as appropriate.

Plumbing: Makes basic plumbing repairs to sinks, faucets, commodes, tanks, urinals, P-traps, shut-off valves on washing machines and water supply that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, resealing, replacing defective parts or units, installing water heaters, garbage disposals, faucets and sinks.

Washer/Dryer repair:  Performs routine maintenance on washers and dryers to include cleaning link ducts and vents, replacing hoses and fittings are required, and referring more complex problems to supervisor for action.

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC): Recognizes the cause of faulty equipment and makes repairs on a variety of HVAC units as appropriate. Trace and locate defects to determine the type and extent of repair needed and they plan the work, select the proper tools and testing devices and accomplish repairs according to accepted trade practices.

Electrical: Recognizes and reports electrical problems. Replaces fluorescent and incandescent ballasts, bulbs and tubes as needed. Makes repairs that can accomplished by removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, soldering and insulating defective wiring, burned out switches and relays, loose connections and fittings, damaged light fixtures, and poorly operating thermostats.

Carpentry: Measures, cuts and constructs or repairs wood or wood substitute items. Conducts basic carpentry repairs applying a general knowledge of wood, composite materials, wood substitutes, and woodworking techniques, as well as basic shop mathematics to plan, measure, and lay out materials according to dimensional requirements and specifications. Repairs include repairing or replacing screens; window and door frames; molding and trim; and repair and replacement of drywall or similar products. Incumbent applies standard measurements and specifications when constructing, installing, or repairing items such as frame structures, decking, partitions, shelving, doors, forms, siding and scaffolds.

Painting:  Preparation of areas and standard coating methods such as brushing, rolling and spraying and ensure surfaces are fully coated, protected and free from drips and runs. Use specifications to thin, stir, and mix coating materials according to specific directions. Apply varnishes and shellacs with brushes, rollers, spray guns, and other related methods and techniques, and see that the coating finish meets surface protection requirements.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles
  • Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment
  • This position may be designated ALPHA personnel for inclement weather or in the interest of national security and may be required to report for work when other employees are excused.
  • This position is subject to the possibility of working on weekends and holidays, as well as, rotating shifts, often consisting of other than normal duty hours.

Qualifications

•A minimum of two (2) years of experience with demonstrated skill in at least two areas (Carpentry, Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical and Painting)

•Knowledge in the applicable combination of trades sufficient to perform the duties of the position

•Knowledge of safety and environmental rules and regulations concerning procedures, tools, mechanical and electrified equipment, commonly used chemicals and basic safe work practices is required.

•Must possess basic math and reading skills

•Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing in English.

•Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English both verbally and in writing with management, staff, and guests.

Additional information

Spouses of active duty military members of the Armed Forces may receive preference in hiring under this announcement if they are among the best qualified referred and are within reach of selection. Spouse Preference does not apply to NF 04 and NF 05 positions. Please clearly identify in your application that you are asking for spouse preference and submit a copy of current PCS orders.  Failure to submit current PCS orders with application will prevent spousal preference from being granted.  Acceptance or declination of a regular full or part-time non-appropriated or appropriated fund position ends your ability to claim this preference. 

Some positions have special requirements.  In these cases selection is tentative pending satisfactory completion of these requirements.  Applicants may be required to provide proof of education, etc. All selections are contingent upon the obtaining of satisfactory employment reference checks.

As a condition of employment, the selected individual will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer program.

SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and at least 18 years of age, employment law (5 U.S.C. 3328) requires that you must register with the Selective Service System (military draft), unless you meet certain exemptions.  If applicable, failure to register will prevent you from being considered for employment.  To register, please visit the Selective Service web site at https://www.sss.gov/default.htm.

The Department of the Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor.

The Department of the Navy provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.  Applicants with disabilities who believe they require reasonable accommodation should contact our Human Resource Office to ensure that the Department of the Navy can consider such requests.  The decision to grant an accommodation will be made on a case by case basis.

When relocation expenses are authorized to perform a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the federal government, the IRS considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Additional information: https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/taxableentitlements.html 

Public Trust is a type of background investigation, but it is not a security clearance. Depending on the job, you must complete either the Standard Form 85 (SF85) or 85P (SF85P) questionnaire.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Public Trust is a type of background investigation, but it is not a security clearance. Depending on the job, you must complete either the Standard Form 85 (SF85) or 85P (SF85P) questionnaire.



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