PLUMBER with Security Clearance
Duties - Independently installs, modifies, repairs, and maintains a variety of new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems, and water closets, tubs, backflow prevention devices/assemblies, fire sprinkler systems, and showers- Plans and accomplishes work from initial layout to final assembly which involves interpreting and applying building plans, specifications, blueprints, sketches, and other plumbing guides/codes, and using shop mathematics- Troubleshoots/tests various plumbing systems and equipment including backflow prevention devices such as reduced pressure principal devices, double check devices, atmospheric vacuum breakers, and other cross connection devices- Uses and maintains tools such as tapes, rules, plumb bobs, hand and power pipe threaders, cutters, pipe wrenches, angle drills, hacksaws and power saws, power sewer cleaning equipment, various gas detectors and meters, and lead pots- Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environmentUses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothingRequirements Conditions of Employmento U.SCitizenship Requiredo Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.govo This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Programo Disclosure of Political Appointmentso The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicleAs appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position.o As required, may train and/or guide other personnel in performance of plumbing duties.o Shift work may be required.o This is a 'KEY' positionIncumbent(s) must be removed from their military recall status is alternatives for filling the position during an emergency are not available.o Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.o Applicant must have experience at a journeyman's level in the following areas:
Plumbing / pipefitting / backflow prevention and testingQualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C
Qualifications:
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4200 - Plumbing And Pipefitting FamilyAlthough a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applyingQualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of timeThe screen out element for this position is the Ability To Do the Work of a Plumber without More than Normal Supervision JOB ELEMENTS:
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
o Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, operation, and repair, to include routing, placement, slant, slope, and fall of systems.o Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, lay out, install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair various systems and equipment.o Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices.o Skill in installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment without more than normal supervision.o Skill and ability in using shop mathematics, measurement, and lay out such as angles, arcs, and circles.o Skill in using and maintaining tools and equipment such as rules, levels, plumb bobs, dividers, various gauges and meters, various drain cleaning devices, hydrostatic pumps, and torchesSkill in troubleshooting difficult or hard-to-detect leaks and operating problemsPHYSICAL EFFORT:
The plumber makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the parts of systems worked on are in hard-to-reach placesThis requires the employee to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positionsThe plumber frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds unassisted and over 40 pounds with assistanceWORKING CONDITIONS:
The work is done inside and outside and is usually dirty, dusty, and greasyThe plumber is sometimes required to make repairs and installations outside in bad weatherOccasionally makes repairs in areas where bad smelling fumes are presentThe plumber has occasional exposure to the possibility of broken bones and frequent exposure to the possibility of scrapes, burns, and infectionsMay be required to wear safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, and hard hats and other personal protective equipmentPART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time workYou must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per weekVOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social)Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employmentYou will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experienceAdditional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this positionYou must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty locationEmployed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants):
Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of AnnuitantsClick here for more information120-Day Register:
This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing dateApplicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occurMilitary Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible:
MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they appliedYou must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSPClick here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification ChecklistPriority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible:
PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance levelYou must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP ApplicantClick here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference)To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcementDirect Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct depositIf you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here .o Benefits Help A career with the U.Sgovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offeredHow You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications aboveYour application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this positionPlease follow all instructions carefullyErrors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employmentBASIS OF RATING:
Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirementsAdditional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicableBest Qualified Group:
Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirementsFully Qualified Group:
Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirementsBasically Qualified Group:
Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirementsThe resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaireIf your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of not qualified or insufficient i Recommended Skills Assembly And Installation Blueprinting Drawing Drilling Operations Human Resources Medical Emergency Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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Plumbing / pipefitting / backflow prevention and testingQualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C
Qualifications:
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4200 - Plumbing And Pipefitting FamilyAlthough a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applyingQualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of timeThe screen out element for this position is the Ability To Do the Work of a Plumber without More than Normal Supervision JOB ELEMENTS:
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
o Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, operation, and repair, to include routing, placement, slant, slope, and fall of systems.o Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, lay out, install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair various systems and equipment.o Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices.o Skill in installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment without more than normal supervision.o Skill and ability in using shop mathematics, measurement, and lay out such as angles, arcs, and circles.o Skill in using and maintaining tools and equipment such as rules, levels, plumb bobs, dividers, various gauges and meters, various drain cleaning devices, hydrostatic pumps, and torchesSkill in troubleshooting difficult or hard-to-detect leaks and operating problemsPHYSICAL EFFORT:
The plumber makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the parts of systems worked on are in hard-to-reach placesThis requires the employee to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positionsThe plumber frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds unassisted and over 40 pounds with assistanceWORKING CONDITIONS:
The work is done inside and outside and is usually dirty, dusty, and greasyThe plumber is sometimes required to make repairs and installations outside in bad weatherOccasionally makes repairs in areas where bad smelling fumes are presentThe plumber has occasional exposure to the possibility of broken bones and frequent exposure to the possibility of scrapes, burns, and infectionsMay be required to wear safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, and hard hats and other personal protective equipmentPART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time workYou must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per weekVOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social)Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employmentYou will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experienceAdditional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this positionYou must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty locationEmployed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants):
Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of AnnuitantsClick here for more information120-Day Register:
This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing dateApplicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occurMilitary Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible:
MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they appliedYou must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSPClick here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification ChecklistPriority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible:
PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance levelYou must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP ApplicantClick here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference)To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcementDirect Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct depositIf you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here .o Benefits Help A career with the U.Sgovernment provides employees with a comprehensive benefits packageAs a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewardingOpens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittentContact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offeredHow You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications aboveYour application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this positionPlease follow all instructions carefullyErrors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employmentBASIS OF RATING:
Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirementsAdditional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicableBest Qualified Group:
Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirementsFully Qualified Group:
Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirementsBasically Qualified Group:
Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirementsThe resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaireIf your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of not qualified or insufficient i Recommended Skills Assembly And Installation Blueprinting Drawing Drilling Operations Human Resources Medical Emergency Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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