Maintenance Mechanic

Major duties include but not limited too:

• Performs duties of a journeyman carpenter including framing and drywall mudding taping and plaster. The duties include: renovation of existing structures involving the construction of new metal stud-dry wall partitions door openings with frames installing doors with all hardware including locksets and closers; installing floor tile vinyl floor covering and trim and finish work such as baseboards both wood and vinyl; carpeting repairs
• Perform maintenance functions to support the assigned work area such as furniture repairs repair damaged vinyl wall covering paint and touchup rooms caulk around plumbing fixtures replace lost/damaged outlet covers replace broken nuts and bolts after determination of proper size replace casters on over-bed tables and bed side tables and chairs replace hand rail covers on beds adjustments to wheelchairs adjustments to door hardware and similar activities.
• Installs carpet tile VCT or sheet vinyl flooring as needed
• Installs signs warning devices on walls posts and other surfaces and structures throughout the assigned buildings
• Performs individual work orders to install specific furniture items perform specific modifications on existing modular furniture repairs furniture and furnishings displaying mechanical damage or malfunction and checks the safety and proper functioning. Perform specific modifications on existing modular furniture.
• Installs curtain tracks and door closers adjusting closers as needed through out the facility. Installs and removes various types of dispensers (i.e. soap towel glove racks toilet paper sanitary napkins etc.) and other wall hung equipment.
• Moves furniture as part of installation or set-up activities and performs the various tasks of a maintenance worker.
• Keeps storage areas clean and orderly and organized in such a manner that an accurate operating inventory can be accomplished easily and without advanced notification.
• Installs all accessory items to render a job site complete and ready for use or occupancy..
• Completes work order requests as assigned.
• Installs and makes minor repairs to furniture. Installs ergonomic devices and assists with adjustments.
• Assists in snow removal to include operating vehicles for snow plowing snow blowers and shoveling.
• Measures cuts and installs wood and metal shelving ceiling tile floor tile and drywall which requires accurate tolerances within 1/8; installs wall mounted hardware bulletin boards and window shades; patch and smooth walls in preparation for painting.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD13213A
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

To qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 07/17/2026.

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:

• Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
• Ability to Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)
• Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly Installation and Repair etc.
• Knowledge of Materials
• Technical Practices (Theoretical Precise Artistic)

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 work requires a considerable amount of standing stooping bending kneeling climbing and working in tiring and/or uncomfortable positions. The incumbent may work from ladders and scaffolding. When operating equipment the worker may be under a great deal of strain from constant reaching bending turning and moving of hands arms feet legs and by the vibration and jerking of the equipment. The incumbent carries lifts and handles parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and may occasionally exceed 50 pounds.

Working Conditions: The work is performed inside and outside with exposure to all kinds of weather. The work area may be dirty wet dusty and greasy with inadequate lighting heat or ventilation. Incumbent is subject to cuts abrasions burns broken bones electrical shock infections bites exposure to inhalation or harmful chemical fumes irritation of eyes skin and respiratory tract and the hazards of operating power tools and equipment. Discomfort is encountered when wearing protective clothing gloves or eye goggles.