A Pipe Fitter installs and repairs pipe systems in commercial or industrial and manufacturing structures, such as pipes for heating and cooling systems. Works on pipes that carry gas, sprinkler systems, or pipes that carry steam under pressure.
This position serves as a Pipefitter within the Maintenance and Operations section (M&O) of the Engineering Service, at Marion VA Medical Center, Marion, IL. Functions asa Journeyman Pipefitter supporting the clinical areas of the medical center including IntensiveCare Unit (ICU), Operating Room (OR), Community-Based Outreach Centers (CBOCs), Community Living Center (CLC), and Evansville Health Care Center.
Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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 .
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Licensed Plumber A specific length of training and experience is not required, however, 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 demonstrated you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the futies of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume.
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) Measurement and Layout Technical Practices Troubleshooting 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.
