This position is located at a Department of Veterans Affairs facility. The incumbent of this position performs as a Laborer requiring prior experience or training and a degree of manual skill. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.
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. 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: Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Without more than normal supervision Work Practices 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.
The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define "who we are," our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence ("I CARE"). As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Major Duties include, but not limited to: Utilizing picks and shovels to dig ditches, repair sidewalks, etc. operating manual or electrical battery operated tools and equipment to maintain facility; performing other related duties as assigned. Operating large industrial walking-type power mowers or simple riding-type mowers; loading and unloading supplies from trucks manually or using power equipment. Performing grounds maintenance on slopes or grades; Removing snow using large industrial-type powered snow blower. Performing other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Laborer/PD07923A Physical Requirements: Functional Requirements - Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over; Straight pulling (3 hours); Pulling hand over hand (2 hours); Pushing; Reaching over shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (7 hours); Standing (7 hours); Crawling; Kneeling; Repeated bending (3 hours); Climbing, legs only (4 hours); Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish shades of colors; Hearing (aid permitted) Environmental Factors - Outside; Outside and inside; Excessive heat; Excessive cold; Excessive humidity; Excessive dampness or chilling; Dry atmospheric conditions; Excessive noise, intermittent; Constant noise; Dust; Silica, asbestos, etc.; Fumes, smoke or gases; Solvents (degreasing agents); Grease and oils; Radiant energy; Electrical energy; Slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Working around machinery with moving parts; Working around moving objects or vehicles; Working on ladders or scaffolding; Working below ground; Unusual fatigue factors; Working with hands in water; Explosives; Vibration; Working closely with others; Working alone; Protracted or irregular hours of work