Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Worker This position is located in the Facility Management Service at the W. G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury, NC. Incumbent performs daily rounds of all areas assigned, speaking with professional staff concerning current problems and those noted during the previous evening, night or weekend shifts. Incumbent takes action to correct problems that he/she finds during rounds and problems identified by other staff. Incumbent troubleshoots, diagnoses, and makes repairs, including, but not limited to, those required in the following trades: Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Painting, and HVAC. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Worker/PD01693A To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. The duties require considerable movement. Works from ladders, platforms, and in hard to reach locations. Requires standing, stooping, crawling, bending, kneeling, and lifting. May occasionally be required to lift/move objects of 50 pounds or more. Will have to push and pull equipment. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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.

Created: 2026-03-04