Serves as a Maintenance Mechanic within the In-House Construction Shop at the Kansas City Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Performing journey-level construction, installation, modification, and repair of carpentry, plumbing/pipefitting, electrical, painting, and flooring systems. Works independently to maintain and improve buildings and critical hospital areas, ensuring safety, functionality, and compliance with codes and VA standards.
As a Maintenance Mechanic (Construction Crew), the incumbent performs a wide range of skilled duties across multiple trades to support construction, renovation, repair, and maintenance projects throughout the facility. Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Carpentry Perform rough and finish carpentry for construction and renovation projects. Build and install walls, partitions, doors, frames, windows, ceilings, stairs, trim, shelving, and counters.
Install, alter, and remove drywall, metal studs, ceiling grids, tiles, and access panels. Construct concrete forms, scaffolds, temporary walls, and protective barriers. Install hardware (locksets, closers, kick plates, blinds) and specialty structures for sensitive areas (labs, clean rooms, ORs). Prepare work areas and ensure required materials are available. Finishing & Flooring Remove old flooring and prepare surfaces for new installations.
Measure, cut, fit, and install carpet, vinyl, tile, and other flooring materials. Apply adhesives, create precise seams, and prepare subfloors. Maintain clean, organized work areas. Painting Set up scaffolding and prepare surfaces (washing, sanding, filling, plastering). Mix and apply paint to walls, ceilings, masonry, and specialized spaces. Install lath, metal studs, jambs, corner beads, and access panels for plastering.
Plumbing/Pipefitting Install, modify, and repair piping systems (steam, heating, gas, compressed air, sprinkler, potable water, drains). Read blueprints and lay out piping for proper pitch, elevation, and pressure. Install fixtures, heaters, pumps, valves, radiators, medical/sterilization equipment, and perform drain cleaning. Ensure compliance with safety protocols (lockout/tagout, infection control).
Troubleshoot HVAC systems including air handlers, VAVs, coils, and thermostats. Electrical Install, repair, and modify electrical wiring, panels, switches, fixtures, and controls. Interpret electrical codes, diagrams, and plans to ensure proper installation. Troubleshoot electrical issues and install conduit, boxes, and devices. Follow required safety practices and work from ladders, scaffolds, and HEPA carts. Other Duties Perform additional related tasks as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic (Construction Crew)/PD10492-A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Fallon.Bailey@va.gov · (410) 336-5277
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $35.19 – $41.1/hr.
Applications close on 2026-10-21.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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