Laborer; Construction Crew

The position serves as the Laborer in Engineering Service assigned to the Construction Crew. Under the direct supervision of the Construction Crew Supervisor, Laborers performs various general laborer duties including but not limited to: demolition of walls, floors, ceilings and other building systems; loading and uploading trucks; transporting and preparing new building materials for use in internal construction projects throughout the medical center.

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Demolition of walls, floors, ceilings and other building systems Loading and unloading trucks; transporting and preparing new building materials for use in internal construction projects throughout the medical center Utilizes hand and powered equipment such as dollies, material carts, pallet jacks, fork lifts and tractors to load and unload tools and supplies from trucks. Sets up and maintains temporary construction areas in accordance with Infection Control guidelines to mitigate the spread of dust and debris.

Routinely works with other tradesmen on the Construction Crew in performing tasks of various construction activities including carpentry, masonry, painting, electrical and pipe fitting. Selects proper hand and power tools to effectively remove floors, walls and ceilings constructed of various building components such as block, brick, concrete, tile, sheetrock and metal stud framing. Inspects and maintains hand and power tools on a daily basis to identify and correct potential safety hazards.

Routinely removes debris from buildings and grounds by using pickup trucks with tow behind trailers, tractors and other specialized equipment. Removes and stores office furniture and equipment as necessary to accomplish work.

Work Schedule:

Full-time, Monday - Thursday 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#:
Laborer (Construction Crew)/PD01813A

Physical Requirements:

Required to routinely lift and carry objects weighing up to 50lbs with little to no assistance, required to occasionally lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to 80lbs with assistance. Also performs tasks and other strenuous laborer duties that require climbing ladders and considerable walking.

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 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 (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL  cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that…