Carpenter

• Structural Carpentry: Erects minor structures and modifies existing structures by determining dimensions materials and locations of doors and windows; cuts squares mortises levels and secures sills; installs joists studs plates and braces; and calculates lays out cuts and installs rafters using framing squares and rafter tables to ensure proper alignment strength and structural integrity.
• Interior Trim: Installs and finishes baseboards base mold toe mold crown mold chair rails picture molding and wainscoting by accurately measuring cutting mitering fastening countersinking nails and filling openings to achieve a smooth professional finish.
• Door and Window Installation: Measures cuts fits and installs door and window frames casings hinges locks and strike plates; uses levels and squares to ensure proper alignment; and adjusts doors and windows for proper fit swing operation and locking.
• Maintenance and Alterations: Performs maintenance repair and alteration work on siding roofs doors windows partitions and existing structures; constructs additions relocates doors and partitions and measures cuts assembles and installs shelving bulletin boards rough cabinets signs scaffolding and other building components.
• Masonry: Constructs maintains and repairs brick block and stone structures and surfaces; lays materials in straight level rows removes damaged sections prepares openings for doors and windows repairs partitions and walkways and mixes and applies mortar as required.
• Plastering and Finishing: Mixes applies repairs and finishes plaster and stucco on walls and ceilings; installs tapes and textures drywall; and applies primer paint and epoxy coatings to achieve durable smooth and finished surfaces

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Physical Demands: The work involves walking sitting standing reaching and bending in the assessment and treatment of patients.

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Background Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; religious; spiritual; community; social). 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
There is no specific length of training or experience required: However applicants will be rated on the basis of their responses to the Occupation Questionnaire that you possess the competencies to perform the duties this position without normal supervision and the information contained in their resume.

For WG: 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 Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C.

Physical Effort: Carpentry workers stand for extended periods while operating machines such as bench planers saws and drill presses. The work requires considerable bending kneeling and stooping. When at a job site strenuous physical exertion is sometimes required when handling heavy and bulky materials such as sheets of plywood framing members and other building and construction materials. Use manual or portable power tools for extended periods in uncomfortable positions. On-site work typically requires bending stooping crawling and climbing on ladders scaffolding and rooftops. Workers may lift and move materials up to 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift or move heavier items with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers.

Working Conditions: 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. When working at job sites workers may be exposed to weather conditions and the hazards of working on and around scaffolds and ladders. They are subject to cuts bruises and contusions. Carpentry workers may work in confined areas such as crawl spaces and attics which may be dusty and dirty. They use protective devices such as ear plugs safety glasses respirators and gloves.

Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).