PLUMBER (TITLE 32)

Summary

This National Guard position is for a PLUMBER (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D0278000 and is part of the FL 202nd Red Horse SQ, National Guard.

Duties

• As a PLUMBER, WG-4206-09, you will install and repair interior pipe systems and plumbing fixtures and appurtenances and maintains pipe systems, plumbing fixtures and equipment. Installs, tests, troubleshoots and repairs pipe systems designed to conduct flow of hot and cold water interior sewage. Installs and maintains pipe systems located above, under and on the ground; in, on and between walls, floors and ceilings; and, at mobile and stationary missile facilities. Installs plumbing fixtures, appliances, potable and non-potable water, interior sewage, and air and gas systems. Connects pipe sections using fittings and soldering, brazing, or packing oakum and lead will or hot head. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Performs duties which require standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools, parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. Makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding and platforms, and where parts of systems worked on are in hard-to-reach places. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both inside and outside. Inside work is usually in buildings, adequately heated, lighted and ventilated. Noise from saws, hammers and power tools is frequent. Dust, mud, dirt and snow are prevalent on construction sites. Has occasional exposure to the possibility of broken bones, cuts. electrical Shocks. and respiratory ailments. Has frequent exposure to the possibility of Scrapes, burns, and infections. Exposure to repeated, prolonged or concentrated amounts of refrigerant gases may cause toxic effects to eyes. skin, and internal organs.

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: This position is in the Excepted Federal Civil Service "under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709" and is open to Category 1: All permanent/indefinite (T32 and T5) technicians employed by the agency Category 3: All current military members of the Florida National Guard; and Category 4: All individuals who qualify for membership in the Florida National Guard and are willing to become T32 Dual Status technicians. First consideration will be given to Category 1. PCS: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs, MAY be authorized. Authorization for payment of PCS expenses will be granted ONLY after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Florida National Guard. Recruitment / Relocation: Incentive MAY be authorized. ONLY after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Florida National Guard. FLNG BUS Code 8888: This position is "excluded" and ineligible for labor organization representation. MILITARY GRADE(S): Enlisted: E1 thru E5 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience or training which demonstrates the candidate's knowledge of standard plumbing methods and techniques. Must have the ability to use tools and equipment associated with the plumbing trade and to read and interpret directions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WG09 Must have at least 18 months of experience or training using plumb tools such as bobs, mercury gauges, dividers, closet augers, hydrostatic pumps, and lead pots. Experience installing and operating new and existing utility, supply and disposal systems and equipment such as sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems, and water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems, and showers. Experience working from building plans, blueprints, and sketches. Experience planning and laying out routing placement, slant, slope, fall, and proper operation of systems and equipment.

Education

If you are using Education to qualify for this position: You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13057815 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.