Pipefitter

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce in Competitive Service to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with the US Army Corps of Engineer Memphis District, Operations Division, Physical Support Branch, Plant Section, Shops Unit. Serves as subject matter expert and devotes some time to pipefitting and plumbing work. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position is subject to random drug and alcohol test screenings. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment and annual physical examination to ensure required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Must possess a valid state issued vehicle drivers license prior to employment and maintain thereafter. *See Additional Information Section for additional conditions of employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the EXPERIENCE requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element) WG-10: Ability to do the work of a Pipefitter without more than normal supervision such as repairing and modifying piping systems of plants such as towboats, dredges, tenders, dry docks, landing barges and fuel barges; performing plumbing work on water systems, fire lines, and steam lines from central heating plant; and utilizing and maintaining hand and power tools such as wrenches, pipe threaders, and cutters to operate on piping and plumbing systems. PHYSICAL EFFORTEmployee performs duties from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and where the systems and equipment are in hard-to-reach places. This requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Incumbent frequently handles, lifts, and carries parts or equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. Occasionally may lift and carry items that weigh more. WORKING CONDITIONSWorks inside and outside in damp places, water, mud and close quarters. Is subject to infection from unsanitary work sites, such as sewers, waste traps, traps and other breeding places for bacteria. Is subject to severe injury when using power operating, threading and bending machines, hot lead, and caustic soda. Such operations constitute a relative short part of the working day. When working on floating plant is subject to falling overboard. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Installations Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations. This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment pipefitting and plumbing skills test. Schedule: During Daylight Savings Months, typically March through October, this position works four 10-hour days each week beginning on Mondays. During the rest of the year, the work week consists of five 8-hour days beginning on Mondays. Position requires frequent overtime, after hours, and weekend on-call status to support critical project and facility requirements. Supported facilities may be operated nights and weekends as well as weekdays. The incumbent may be required to work nights and/or weekends. Must obtain and/or maintain within 12 months of being hired:-- forklift operator's license-- scissor lift operator's license-- aerial boom lift operator's license Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412, "Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under The Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing" or a Memorandum of Understanding. Various protective devices such as safety shoes and glasses, gloves, and hard hats must be used. Position requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces. This position requires lifting of at least 50 lbs. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens 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 intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.