CARPENTER
Naval Facilities Engineering Command
Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will operate a variety of wood working machines and tools such as routers, band and scroll saws, and drill presses. You will mill heavy lumber, cuts bevels, rabbets, chamfers, grooves, and compound miter joints. You will apply plastic laminates to wood and other surfaces, e.g., counter tops, desk tops, etc. You will install door and window sashes. You will interpret complex instructions, sketches, blueprints, and building codes. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is the ability to do the work of a CARPENTER with out more than normal supervision as demonstrated by the following: 1) Constructing and repairing wood and wood substitute structures and items requiring close fit and structural soundness such as building frames, rafters, concrete forms, walls, staircases, door and window frames, and interior and exterior trim; 2) Interpreting drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine the layout and work sequences and types of lumber or special related materials needed; and 3) Operating power and hand tools and other woodworking equipment such as portable drills, clippers, joiners, shavers, tenoners, sanders, routers, combustion type saws, drill presses and table saws. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=Overview Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. You may be required to work at a job site or location other than a permanently assigned location. You may be required to perform shift work. You may be required to work over time and/or be required to be called back to duty. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. PCS is not authorized. PHYSICAL EFFORT: The work is performed in a shop and at the job site. The work may involve standing for extended periods, considerable bending, kneeling, stooping and climbing on ladders/scaffolding and rooftops. The work also requires strenuous physical exertion when handling heavy and bulky materials such as, plywood, framing members, and other building and construction materials. The work may involve lifting and moving materials up to 40 pounds, unassisted, and occasionally lifting or moving heavier items with the assistance of lifting devices or other workers. WORKING CONDITIONS: The work may involve exposure to moderate or high noise levels from operation machinery, sawdust in the air, glue fumes, and hazards associated with woodworking and related power equipment (e.g. saws). May be exposed to weather conditions and the hazards of working on and around scaffolds and ladders. The work may subject incumbent to cuts, bruises, and contusions and may be performed in confined areas such as crawl spaces and attics which may be dusty and dirty. Injuries may occur in lifting heavy pieces of lumber or equipment; cuts and bruises in using hand tools and equipment; more serious injuries in operating power tools. Personal protective equipment such as protective clothing, helmets, goggles, respirators, etc. may be worn. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.
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