Plumber

Veterans Health Administration • Waco, TX

2d

About The Position

This position is in the Department of Veterans Affairs Engineering Service. The Plumber installs, modifies, and repairs new and existing utility supply and disposal systems, including plumbing systems and related equipment. Work involves using building plans and blueprints to locate utilities and isolation valves, installing and connecting equipment, and testing and adjusting systems to ensure proper operation, flow, drainage, and sanitary conditions.

The work is performed indoors and outdoors. Conditions are often dirty, dusty, greasy, and associated with uncomfortable odors; outdoor repairs may be required in inclement weather. The position involves working from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, including in hard-to-reach areas. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A one-year probationary period is required. Applicants must meet federal employment conditions, including U.S. citizenship unless an exception applies, suitability for federal employment, and Selective Service registration where applicable.

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 descriptions on the resume supporting the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties.
• Meet the position's screen-out element and applicable OPM Federal Wage System qualification standards.
• Demonstrate the job-related competencies evaluated, including equipment assembly, installation and repair; interpreting instructions, specifications, and blueprints; measurement and layout; technical practices; troubleshooting; and using and maintaining tools and equipment without more than normal supervision.
• Meet federal employment conditions, including U.S. citizenship unless an exception applies, suitability for federal employment, and Selective Service registration for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Complete required onboarding and provide acceptable identification.
• Serve a one-year probationary period.
• As VA Health Care Personnel, receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons; wear a face mask if an exemption is granted.

Responsibilities

• Repair new and existing utility supply and disposal systems, including sewage and water distribution systems, water closets, tubs, and showers.
• Use building plans and blueprints to locate existing utilities and system or equipment isolation valves.
• Use plumbing trade tools and equipment, including mercury gauges, sewer machines, closet augers, and hydrostatic pumps.
• Determine and install valves, traps, and unions needed for proper system operation.
• Install equipment by routing and placing systems, connecting equipment, and testing it.
• Modify systems by tapping main lines, cutting route openings, and placing hangers to maintain proper level and slope.
• Test systems and equipment and make adjustments to ensure proper operation, flow, drainage, and sanitary conditions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on the position and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• VA may approve credit for job-related non-federal experience or active-duty uniformed military service when determining annual leave accrual, if requested and approved before appointment.

What This Job Offers

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