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Position Title
Maintenance Mechanic
Agency
Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CBSY-12736881-25-KC Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, June 9, 2025 to Tuesday, June 17, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND, 
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Preferences
1. Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?

If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
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By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001). (limit characters)
2. Resume Reminder - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
  • Name and Contact Information
  • Job title
  • Duties (be as detailed as possible)
  • Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2019 to April 2021)
  • Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week if part-time)
  • Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held.
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.

Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.

Do you confirm that the above information is clearly stated for each work entry you are claiming experience for, and that each entry is full time unless otherwise annotated with part-time hours?
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3. Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment physical? (limit characters)
4. I authorize my application information being shared with hiring managers for similar positions. I understand this option may not result in further consideration for additional positions nor will it impact my application for this announcement. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Please select the appropriate answer to the following questions based on your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your answers are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of your knowledge or skills as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
1. Do you have the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision? Experience includes, but is not limited to: accurately and efficiently layout and complete carpentry work, using building materials which includes reading blueprints and technical specifications; painting and using finishing techniques to repair finishes; installing and repairing all types of locks; mixing and pouring cement, installing reinforcement material.

(Your experience must be detailed in your resume to receive full credit.)
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The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Measuring Instruments. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Plans, measures and lays out projects involving constructing, altering, repairing, and/or modifying flooring, walls, doors, windows, ceilings and other building components.
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3. Able to complete the final finishing of cement and concrete, and work on difficult projects, requiring more precise measurements and setting forms in curved as well as straight lines.
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4. Accurately tracks work and materials through the work order system.
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The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Technical Practices. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Prepares surfaces and uses appropriate coating techniques that ensure surfaces have a smooth-textured and decorative appearance and meet thickness and level requirements.
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6. Cement finishing to plan work methods and sequences, lay out the work to be done, determine materials to be used, select proper tools, and accomplish the job in accordance with appropriate methods and accepted trade practices.
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7. Determines the methods, techniques, devices, and materials that are best suited to the surface finish required.
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The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Use and Maintaining Tools and Equipment. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
8. Maintains a database of colors, finishes, and products for all rooms throughout the facility.
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9. Maintains an inventory of paints and materials for efficient painting and covering activities.
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10. Use of portable and fixed equipment used in construction and carpentry trades.
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The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Materials. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
11. Installs and repairs locksets and locking mechanisms throughout the facility.
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12. Updates and maintains a database of keys and employees in a complete and accurate manner.
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13. Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of materials in order to determine proper mixtures and setting time.
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The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Equipment, Assembly, Installation and Repair. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
14. Works with all departments to establish a safe, secure environment for patients, visitors, staff and property.
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15. Completes maintenance and repair work in accordance with the work order program, and accurately records time and materials.
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16. Knows and determines when to use reinforcement steel or wire and must be able to install and arrange reinforcement material to obtain maximum strength.
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The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading). (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
17. Consults with and is responsive to the input of Police, Safety, and the Fire Department regarding the suitability of various lock types to be installed and the level of security determined.
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18. Works from oral instructions, blueprints, work orders, and rough sketches.
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19. Reads blueprints and technical specifications and to uses this information to complete work assignments.
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