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Summary Multi-skilled Maintenance Mechanic for the Engineering Service performing independent, full-scope trades work across masonry, welding, carpentry, locksmithing, roofing, plumbing, electrical, and more. Serves as sole on-site expert, planning and executing repairs, interpreting plans, and ensuring compliance with codes. Works with minimal supervision in complex, often hazardous environments requiring high skill, judgment, and physical effort. Responsibilities Carpentry: repair/modify doors, windows, frames, furniture, cabinetry, walls, flooring, hardware, locks, roofing, fire doors, and fire wall systems. Masonry: install/repair/alter/replace components including shower pans, concrete, tile (ceramic, porcelain, mosaic, quarry), walls, steps, sidewalks, curbs, roads, parking; construct/finish concrete; repair brick/block/stone; fill masonry units with insulation/fire caulking. Locksmith: install, maintain, adjust, and repair door/security systems including panic devices, alarms, and hydraulic, pneumatic, electric, and mechanical operators, closers, and controls. Painting: finish/refinish interior and exterior surfaces (sheetrock, plaster, concrete, metal, cloth, wood, brick); finish wallboard; tape/float seams; prep and apply coatings. Plumbing/electrical/equipment: install, maintain, modify, repair plumbing systems; maintain kitchen/laundry and non-patient equipment; perform electrical work on fixtures, breakers, panels, and distribution lines. Plan/layout work; estimate materials/time; develop efficient, practical, economical methods using multi-system knowledge. Perform work to accepted trade standards. Maintain clean, safe work areas; remove debris; properly store tools/materials; leave areas ready for housekeeping. Secure tools, equipment, chemicals, and materials to eliminate risk to patients, staff, and public. Manage work orders; track time, materials, costs; record usage in systems daily. Maintain documentation of inspections, repairs, and equipment histories. Use broad range of trade tools; apply diagnostics/testing to building systems and electrical circuits; maintain proficiency with specialized tools. Provide technical support to remote sites; work with minimal oversight; subject to supervisory review for standards, timelines, and customer expectations. Select methods, techniques, materials, and devices to achieve required results and customer satisfaction. Follow safety and infection control practices; use containment and barricades to protect patients and public. Independently apply advanced trade methods, tools, and materials appropriate to each job. Identify and work safely around hazardous materials (e.g., asbestos, lead). Use advanced tools and equipment across trades with expert proficiency. Perform complex measurements/calculations to ensure structural integrity, fit, finish, and code compliance. Determine appropriate material type, grade, and size for each job. Maintain tools and ensure proper operation during complex work. Work Schedule: 7:00am to 3:30pm -or- 7:30am to 4:00pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD00474A Physical Requirements: General Occupational Information: Work requires maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related fixtures and utilities, requiring the use of a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, cement work, painting, and other related trades. Environmental factors: The pre-placement examination is required based on the environmental factors of the assignment and the corresponding potential safety concerns. Candidates must be able to safely perform the duties of the position considering the following environmental factors: The duties and responsibilities may require work underground and/or in tight spaces that have limited access to emergency response services Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Complete all application requirements detailed in the