PLUMBER LEADER

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a work leader within a multi-skilled maintenance unit performing installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing and repair on various plumbing systems, fire suppression systems and backflow prevention devices and related equipment. Duties

• Works as a leader to a team of three or more plumbers.
• Installs, modifies, overhauls, fabricates, calibrates, repairs and tests new and existing high-pressure piping systems and equipment such as fire suppression systems, chemical concentrate pumps and storage tanks, strainers, pressure tanks, hydraulic, alarm sensing valves, deluge pumps and tanks, circulating pumps, traps, thermostats, high pressure water pumps, high-pressure booster pumps, expansion tanks and centrifugal fire pumps.
• Plans and lays out installation, repair, modification and testing of high-pressure fire protection piping systems, high pressure fire fighting pumps and backflow prevention device assemblies from mechanical and electrical block diagrams, schematics, blueprints, technical orders, manufactures isntructions, National Fire Protection, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and Uified Facilities Criteria 3-600-02 guidelines.
• Utilizies safety practices and security procedures.
• Uses and maintains tools and equipment.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4200, Plumbing and Pipefitting Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is the ability to lead and supervise.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of how various high-pressure fire protection and fire suppression systems such as wet, dry, pre-action, deluge systems, aqueous film forming foam systems and high-pressure air control systems are installed, maintained, operated and tested. Knowledge of backflow prevention assemblies such as reduced pressure principal devices, double check valve assembly, pressure-type, spill-proof type and atmospheric type vacuum breaker assemblies are installed, operated, maintained and tested.
2. Skilled in troubleshooting and inspecting fire sprinkler systems to identify irregularities and/or repair existing and potential problems and system malfunctions without more than normal supervision. Skilled in using and maintaining hand and power tools such as pressure flow gauges and meters, digital calipers, wrenches, pipe threaders, pro-press pipe joiners, cutters, dividers, chalk lines, drills, grinders, hydrostatic pumps, pressure differential gauges, grooving machines, RPM tachometers and multi-meters.
3. Ability to install, modify, troubleshoot, maintain, repair and test industrial high-pressure water and high pressure sprinkler systems and equipment and backflow prevention devices without more than normal supervision. Ability to interpret instructions, manufacturers specifications, interpret information in blueprints, charts, and sketches to plan and lay out installation, repair, and or modification of high pressure piping systems and equipment
4. Must possess good written, verbal and phone skills to communicate with the base fire department by use oftwo-way radios.
5. Ability to plan and organize work assignment to include determining resources required to accomplish the mission. Ability to lead and implement sound personnel policies, practices and procedures.
6. Ability to plan and organize work to meet deadlines.

Physical Effort

Employee makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and other hard-to-reach places. Must stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts parts and equipment that weigh up to 75 pounds. Occasionally lifts items that weigh over 75 pounds with assistance from other workers.

Working Conditions

The work is done inside and outside, and is usually dirty, dusty and greasy. The employee is sometimes required to make installations and repairs in areas where gases, fumes, chemicals and noise hazards are present. There is frequent exposure to the possibility of uncomfortable heat, cold and wet conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to the possibility of strains, cuts, scrapes, bruises, burns, and infections. The incumbent is occasionally exposed to the possibility of broken bones. Employee uses and maintains prescribed safety/protective clothing and equipment such as the following: hard hat, safety glasses, shoes, safety/fall restraint belts, face shields, respirators, gas masks, ear protection devices, gloves, and coveralls.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. How you will be evaluated Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.

Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.

Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. How to apply The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/10/2026

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13108236

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The "most recent" is considered the resume with the latest timestamp.

• Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here.
• For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume.
• Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy.
• Your name, first and last, MUST be included on your resume.

2. A complete Application Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
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Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant. Other information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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