Summary This position is located at the US Mint, Manufacturing Department, Denver Mint, in the Plant Manager, Plant Engineering Division, Industrial Maintenance Branch, Facility Maintenance Section. The purpose of the position is to exercise a high degree of judgment, initiative and ingenuity in locating sources of malfunctions in a wide range of situations and in recommending measures to prevent breakdowns. Responsibilities The following are the duties of this position at the WG-11. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties and will receive training to help you grow in this position. The duties are as follows: Serve as an expert pipefitter and is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of high temperature water and high-pressure piping systems and other equipment. The incumbent will determine the nature of issues or problems and also the extent of repairs that are required; repairs may be complicated by multiple variables. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair sanitary sewer and vent systems, storm drainage, domestic water, lawn irrigation systems, automatic fire protection system, pipe insulation, drain cleaning, low voltage electrical, flue pipes. Utilize the electronic Building Automation System (BAS) and related technology to install, monitor, diagnose, repair and maintain multifaceted, diverse vendor products as required to sustain the operations of the U.S. Mint and preserve heritage assets, including moisture-controlled preservation requirements related to piping systems and outside irrigation systems. Instruct employees in the operation of new building and process machinery and equipment. Perform the full range of tasks associated with the journeyman level pipefitter such as: Plan and lay out work using building plans, blueprints and sketches to determine the routing, placement, pitch, elevation, pressure reduction, expansion and operation of piping systems and equipment. This position requires pipefitting accreditations, journeyman or a master plumbing license, National Certification from the National Inspection Testing and Certification Corporation Requirements Conditions of Employment All employees must wear face masks while on MINT property when required by CDC and Federal guidelines. A one-year probationary period may be required. Must successfully complete a background investigation. Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Shift Work: This facility operates on a 24 hour per day, three-shift basis, 5 days a week. Work schedules may vary and assignment to a specific shift cannot be guaranteed. The successful applicant must be available to work on all three shifts on a rotational basis. May be required to wear safety clothing and/or equipment required by the position. This may include safety shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, gloves, masks, etc. Pass a pre-employment physical examination. Must pass COLOR VISION TESTING. Must have pipefitting accreditations, journeyman or a master plumbing license, National Certification from the National Inspection Testing and Certification Corporation. If you do not meet any of the categories listed, you may wish to apply under announcement 25-MINT-108-P which is open for any U.S. citizen to apply. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply. Qualifications You must meet the following requirements within 14 days of the closing date of this announcement. The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. You must meet the screen-out element Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision, normally addressed at the beginning of the online questions. To meet the screen-out element, applicants must have: Completed vocational training or an apprenticeship as a Plumber / Pipefitter and have experience working in this field under normal supervision. In addition, you must also obtain an average score of two (2) for the following elements for this position as addressed through the online question in order to be considered minimally qualified. Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (screen-out), Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic), Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading), Knowledge of Equipment, Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment. PHYSICAL EFFORTS: Continually handles objects weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasionally works in cramped and awkward positions. Sits seldom (up to 10% of the time) Stands constantly (greater than 70% of the time) Walks constantly (greater than 70% of the time) Drives seldom (up to 10% of the time) Lifts up to 10 lbs. from floor to knuckle height frequently (up to 70% of the time) Lifts up to 10 lbs. between knuckle and chest level frequently (up to 70% of the time) Lifts up to 10 lbs. above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time) Lifts up to 20 lbs. from floor to knuckle height frequently (up to 70% of the time) Lifts up to 20 lbs. between knuckle and chest level frequently (up to 70% of the time) Lifts up to 20 lbs. above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time) Lifts up to 30 lbs. from floor to knuckle height frequently (up to 70% of the time) Lifts up to 30 lbs. between knuckle and chest level frequently (up to 70% of the time) Lifts up to 30 lbs. above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time) Lifts up to 40 lbs. from floor to knuckle height occasionally (up to 30% of the time) Lifts up to 40 lbs. between knuckle and chest level occasionally (up to 30% of the time) Lifts up to 40 lbs. above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time) Lifts up to 50 lbs. from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time) Lifts up to 50 lbs. between knuckle and chest level seldom (up to 10% of the time) Lifts greater than 50 lbs. from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time) Lifts greater than 50 lbs. between knuckle and chest level seldom (up to 10% of the time) Carries unilateral occasionally (up to 30% of the time) Carries bilateral frequently (up to 70% of the time) Pushes pulls up to 5 lbs. of force seldom (up to 10% of the time) Pushes pulls up to 10 lbs. of force seldom (up to 10% of the time) Pushes pulls greater than 10 lbs. of force frequently (up to 70% of the time) Climbs forklift steps seldom (up to 10% of the time) Climbs stairs occasionally (up to 30% of the time) Climbs ladders frequently (up to 70% of the time) Works at heights balances frequently (up to 70% of the time) Bends at waist frequently (up to 70% of the time) Twists at waist occasionally (up to 30% of the time) Crouches squats frequently (up to 70% of the time) Kneels frequently (up to 70% of the time) Crawls seldom (up to 10% of the time) Reaches knees to shoulders frequently (up to 70% of the time) Reaches above shoulders frequently (up to 70% of the time) Repetitive hand motion occurs frequently (up to 70% of the time) Power grasps frequently (up to 70% of the time) Pinch grasps frequently (up to 70% of the time) Fine finger manipulation occurs seldom (up to 10% of the time) Use of foot controls required occasionally (up to 30% of the time) AND You must show in your experience in the online application that you possess the knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Key Requirements: Please refer to "Conditions of Employment." Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National Education Additional Information OTHER INFORMATION: We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This is a bargaining unit position. This is a bargaining unit position and is represented by the AFGE, Denver Local 695 We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov). During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes: Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, and competitive salaries. Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. This includes health, life, dental, and vision insurance. A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums. A retirement program which includes a pension and employer-matching contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan. Paid Parental Leave for the birth and/or placement of a child with the employee. Eligibility, after 1 year of federal service, under Family Medical Leave for the serious health condition of the employee or an immediate family member Reasonable accommodation program for those with a disability prior to, or after, joining our team. Religious accommodations Childcare Subsidy for families with an adjusted gross income of $125,000 or less Voluntary Leave Transfer Program for those experiencing a medical emergency. Public Transit Incentive/Parking Program Monetary and non-monetary award programs Personal Protective Equipment provided at no cost to our employees. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Diversity & Inclusion Employee Engagement Programs Learn more about Federal employment at: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/benefits