Maintenance Mechanic

Veterans Health Administration • Fayetteville, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Maintenance Mechanic performs varied maintenance and repair work on buildings, grounds, structures, fixtures, and utilities. Under the supervision of Engineering Service Leadership, the mechanic performs carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and related duties as a member of Engineering Service.

The work includes painting and refinishing furniture and wood or metal surfaces; constructing and repairing structural and miscellaneous items; installing, modifying, and repairing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment; and installing, repairing, or replacing roofing and related components. Other related duties may be assigned.

The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., subject to change based on agency needs. The position requires working indoors and outdoors throughout the hospital environment, including cramped, dirty, dusty, greasy, or hard-to-reach spaces and areas exposed to weather and workplace hazards. The employee may need to use protective equipment and clothing.

Requirements

• Demonstrate training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the work; no specific length of training or experience is required.
• Provide detailed resume descriptions supporting the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties.
• Meet the position's screen-out element and demonstrate the ability to work without more than normal supervision.
• Demonstrate competency in equipment assembly, installation, and repair; technical practices; interpreting instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading; and using and maintaining tools and equipment.
• Be a U.S. citizen, except that non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited in accordance with VA policy.
• Be suitable for federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
• Meet Selective Service registration requirements if male and born after December 31, 1959.
• Complete the required online onboarding and provide acceptable identification for pre-employment requirements.
• Serve a one-year probationary period.
• As a Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel employee, receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons; employees with an exemption must wear a face mask.

Responsibilities

• Paint and refinish furniture and wood or metal items, including desks, cabinets, chairs, operating rooms, and laundry equipment.
• Construct and repair structural items such as building frames, rafters, walls, staircases, door and window frames, and interior and exterior trim.
• Construct and repair miscellaneous items such as workbenches, countertops, and bookcases.
• Install, modify, and repair utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment, including sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems; water closets; tubs; fire sprinkler systems; and showers.
• Install new roofs and related accessories, including metal flashing and gutters.
• Repair or replace roof sheathing, boards, beams, and joints.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package; eligibility depends on position type and other factors.
• Potential credit for job-related non-federal experience or active-duty uniformed military service when determining annual leave accrual; must be requested and approved before appointment and is not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed