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Special authorities include Former overseas employees and foreign service employees. Clarification for these authorities is provided in the questionnaire.

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Duties listed are not limited to:

• Plans daily, weekly, monthly activities of shops work including schedules and sequence of operations for subordinates based on work orders and requests received from Facilities Management Service. Establishes deadlines and priorities on the basis of general work schedules and methods and policies established by higher levels of supervision. Determines how many assignments can be done concurrently, which ones must be delayed, and number and types of employees needed, considering skills, personnel, materials, and equipment available and required.
• Selects workers and assigns tasks to be performed. Explains work requirements, methods and procedures, instructs subordinates and new procedures, and provides advice when problems arise. Reviews work in progress or on completion. Investigates work related problems (e.g. low productivity) to identify causes; implements those corrective actions that can be taken within the limits of incumbents authority. Adjusts plans, assignments, and methods as necessary to accomplish the work as effectively and economically as feasible. Determines equipment, supplies, and maintenance required. Assures that material is ordered and delivered to work sites so as not to delay work. Coordinates work of unit with other units that may be involved.
• Develops performance standards, counsel employees on performance, and makes formal and informal performance appraisals. Reviews job descriptions for currency and accuracy and makes necessary changes; reports detailing of employees to jobs other than their own. Interviews candidates for vacancies and make selections. Recommends promotion, reassignment or detail of subordinates. Counsels employees on problems and adjusts informal complaints through discussions with employees and union representatives. Initiates proposals for formal disciplinary action as needed. Identifies employees training needs, and initiates recommendations to provide necessary training. Schedules and approves leave of subordinates. Promotes the participation of employees in such programs as the suggestion program, etc. Maintains production reports and records. Within assigned area, assures that equal opportunity programs are implemented and operational to accomplish equal employment opportunity goals in accordance with DA and local policies.

Work Schedule: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday
Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance and Operations Supervisor/PD803290
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). 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.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and installation, industry and/or VHA requirements for the type vehicle being operated.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within the 30 days of the closing date of this announcement, 04/29/2025.

EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:

• Drive Safely
• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)
• Lead or Supervise
• Plan and organize work
• Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

Driver's License Requirement:
Incidental operators are employees, other than those occupying a position officially classified as a motor vehicle operator, who are required to operate a Government-owned or -leased motor vehicle to properly carry out their assigned duties. To qualify as an incidental operator, an employee must possess a valid State license, have a safe driving record, pass a road test, and demonstrate that he or she is medically qualified to operate the appropriate motor vehicle safely.
OPM waives the road test for incidental operators:

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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Physical Requirements: This position requires walking, standing, bending, sitting, crawling and climbing. Incumbent must have good vision, with or without glasses. Shall lift and carry tools, equipment parts and supplies up to 50 pounds while working from, ladders and scaffolding, may occasionally lift and carry items over 50 pounds.

Working Conditions: Incumbent may work from ladders, scaffolding, and/or hydraulic platforms. This position requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant odors. Occasionally is subject to possible dangerous working conditions including exposure to hazards normally encountered in the hospital trades and various types of infections. May be subject to electrical shock and/or electrical burns, cuts, bruises, and strains. Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Resume Reminder - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:

• Job title
• Duties (be as detailed as possible)
• Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
• Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
• Salary/Rank etc.
• Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
• References, current or recent supervisor

Do not include the following types of information in your resume:

• Classified or Government sensitive information
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Photos of yourself
• Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.

Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail. The experience stated in your resume must support your assessment responses.

Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.