Leadership duties to include:

• Pass on instructions received from supervisors to team members, getting work started and assigning the immediate tasks to be performed by individual team members;
• Working alongside team members and setting the pace;
• Demonstrating proper work methods;
• Ensuring that needed plans, blueprints, materials and tools are available, and that needed stock is obtained from supply storage areas;
• Obtain needed information or decisions from supervisors on problems that arise during the work;
• Maintaining a current knowledge, and answering questions of the other workers on procedures, policies, written instructions and other orders;
• Seeing to it that there is enough work to keep everyone on the team busy;
• Checking work in progress and when finished to ensure the supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines have been met;
• Urging or advising other team members to follow instructions received from supervisors and to meet deadlines;
• Assuring that team members follow safety and housekeeping rules;
• Report to supervisors the status and progress of work, and any causes of work delays;
• Answer questions of supervisors on overall work operations and problems, such as the need for additional on-the-job training.

Work to be performed:

Interprets construction and project renovation blueprints, prepares layouts and sketches, prepares purchase requests for tools, material and equipment needed to ensure. Work must be accurate and to specifications according to job requirements. Performs work in at least two of the following trades in the maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings and related fixtures and utilities from initial layout to completion.

Plumbing: installs, modifies and repairs new and existing utility, supply and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil and gas distribution systems, water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems and showers. Works from building plans, blueprints and sketches.

Carpentry: Uses skilled techniques to construct, install, repair and modify wood and wood substitute structures and items requiring close tolerance fit and structural soundness. Assembles items using a variety of joining techniques and are skilled in the operation of general and precision carpentry and wood working equipment and are able to produce finished products with precise fits, accurate dimensions and acceptable appearance.

Painting: Performs special coating methods such as marbling and graining using coating materials prepared in special as well as common ways and by applying coating techniques that ensure surfaces have a smooth-textured and decorative appearance and meet thickness and level requirements.

Electrical: Installs, modifies repairs, maintains, and troubleshoots, tests and loads new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, associated fixtures, controls and equipment at a skilled journeyman level. Works from building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to plan and lay out the routing, replacement, type, size, gauge, balance, load, continuity and safe operation of electrical lines and lighting, circuits, systems, equipment and controls. Determines and places distribution panels, junction boxes, fittings and connections and Installs wiring, couplings, conduit, relays, fixtures, transformers and other electrical devices. Plans and lays out work, tracing hard-to-locate defects or problems and completing repairs and installations with little or no technical advice using a wide variety of test equipment such as voltmeter, ammeter, wattmeter and ohmmeter.

Masonry: Plans and lays out work to be done for repair, alteration or construction of exterior and interior surfaces and structures built of brick, block, glass block, terra cotta, stone and various artificial and natural stone. Cuts and shapes materials used for constructing and repairing window and door openings and corners. Ensures courses are laid evenly and that completed work blends with existing brickwork.

Observes required safety, sanitation and hazardous waste disposal rules and regulations. Operates vehicle to transport tools and materials to work site.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• 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.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.

One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

A minimum two years documented general experience, with two years documented specialized experience in the applicable combination of trades noted herein sufficient to perform the duties of the position. Ability to read, write and follow appropriate plans and specifications. Ability to communicate verbally and to perform all the necessary math computations and measurements.

Plumbing Work: Knowledge of how carious supply, disposal and utility systems and equipment are installed and operated. Knowledge to plan and lay out the installation and modification of various system equipment; to interpret and apply building plane and blueprints; to use shop mathematics; and lay out such things as angles, arc and circles. Skill in the use of any of the accepted trade methods and techniques and in the use of tools and equipment.

Carpentry and Paint: Must be knowledgeable in shop mathematics and possess the skill to compute complex and exact projects with features such as arcs, tangents and circles. Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply building plans, specifications, blueprints and sketches of all complexity. Must have the knowledge of the basic components of a structure and understand the purpose of the components as they relate to the complete structure so as to ensure strength, support and fit of assemblies. Must be skilled in the use of a variety of hand and power shop tools of the carpentry trade to include set up and adjustment of tools to accomplish all tasks. Must be knowledgeable of safety measures when using tools and must possess the skill to maintain the tools to include sharpening saws, tools, and accessories. Must have knowledge of standard surface preparation and coating methods and techniques. Must have skill in the use of such tools and equipment as scrapers, wire brushes, putty knives, sandpaper, paint brushes, rollers, spray guns, etc. Performance of carpentry duties requires a thorough knowledge of wood and wood substitute materials and construction techniques. Must be able to produce finished products with precise fits, accurate dimensions and acceptable appearance. Must be able to use advanced shop mathematics to plan, compute and lay out complex and exact projects with features such as arcs, tangents and circles. Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply building plans, specifications, blueprints and sketches of all complexity. Must have the knowledge of the basic components of a structure and understand the purpose of the components as they relate to the complete structure so as to ensure strength, support and fit of assemblies. Must be skilled in the use of a variety of general and precision carpentry equipment, to include set up and adjustment of tools to accomplish all tasks. Must be knowledgeable of safety measures when using tools and must possess the skill to maintain the tools to include sharpening saws, tools, and accessories.

Electrical Work: Knowledge of the makeup, operation, and installation of a variety of electrical systems, circuits, equipment, and controls. Knowledge of how various circuits, equipment, and controls operate fit and works together. Knowledge of the various gauges, sizes, and types of wire, conduit, couplings, fittings, relays, boxes, circuit breakers, and other electrical devices. Skill to plan, lay out, and complete the installation, modifications, and repair of various systems, circuits, equipment, and controls such as the routing, placement, balance, load, continuity, and proper and safe operation of circuits and controls, and wiring systems in buildings. Skill to interpret and apply building plans, blueprints, wiring diagram, and engineering drawings, and use formulas basic to the trade to figure such things as voltage and resistance. Skill in the use of hand tools and a wide variety of test equipment, for example, wire cutters and strippers, drills, soldering irons, screwdrivers, test meters, test lamps, Voltmeters, ammeters, watt meters, and ohmmeters.

Mason: Knowledge of the techniques and procedures of brick, block, and stonework. Has a basic knowledge of the techniques and procedures involved in laying brick, block, and stone in the construction and repair of walkways, veneer wails, and similarly uncomplicated structures. Has ability to use trowel, spirit levels, plumb bobs, air-hammers, and chisels in preparing work surfaces and accomplishing mason tasks. Knowledge of and ability to use the various hand and power tools associated with the occupation.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.

As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.

ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.

PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.

KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/
• Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Social Security Card is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.
• A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.

NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your experience is subject to evaluation and verification against the information in your resume. The numeric rating you receive is a self-assessment only and is based on your responses to the questionnaire. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. If a determination is made that you rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume, or if your resume lacks sufficient information, you will be rated accordingly or may be considered ineligible.

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, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.