Maintenance Mechanic
Provides immediate responses on after hour shifts to mitigate, isolate, repair, adjust, test and service air handler units, air conditioning systems, heating systems, medical gas system, tube systems, fire suppression systems, water or plumbing systems, electrical or mechanical doors in the medical center and energy plant. Services and repairs equipment and system used to condition the air for different kinds of structures such as warehouses, hospital, and large office buildings and complexes including those with areas that have special requirements such as communication centers, electronic data processing centers, operating rooms, laboratories, clean rooms, training rooms, and other areas with sensitive equipment. Performs electrical work at this grade and may involve installing, modifying, repairing, maintaining troubleshooting, testing and loading new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems and associated fixtures, controls and equipment. Applies electrical and mechanical skill operating multiple and various electrical and battery-operated tools to accomplish scheduled maintenance in a safe manner. Knowledgeable and experience in the use of basic hand tools as well as the use of multi-meters and test equipment to troubleshoot, diagnose and functional test industrial equipment in the Energy Plant and medical center. Maintain and repair water filtration and water softening systems, heat exchangers and associated controls to include repairing leaks and unclogging stopped up drains. Experience with blueprint drawings to locate and isolate floor levels and equipment. Performs periodic and scheduled preventive maintenance according to equipment manufacturer recommendations to include compliance with VA, state and federal regulations and standards. Service and maintain heating and cooling system, water distribution system including pumps, medical gas system, electrical distribution system, and fuel monitoring system. Ability to use test equipment, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and diode checkers to locate the problem area and identify it as electrical or electronic, and to perform simple troubleshooting such as testing and isolating defective electronic parts. Uses the knowledge of the refrigeration cycle on a variety of commercial and industrial systems to locate and check elements such as those which control low side and high side pressure; the temperature of the cooling units; the temperatures of the liquid and suction lines; and the running time of the various mechanisms. Works from building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to plan and lay out the routing, placement type, size gauge, balance, load continuity, and safe operation of electrical lines, circuits, systems, equipment and controls. Uses basic hand and power tools such as hammers, chisels, hand snips, band and circle saws, squaring shears, bar folders, brakes, and stakes to cut and form. Operating complicated shop tools and equipment, for example, hand or powered crimping, burring, turning, and beading machines and soldering and welding equipment. Applies knowledge of carpentry skills, they have skill in operating basic hand tools, power tools and other woodworking equipment. Align metal or wooden doors, adjust door closures, reengage automatic sliding doors, and function check fire door operations. Repair faucets by replacing units, seals or entire fixtures to include programming, adjusting and testing automatic flush mechanism and sensors. Other duties as assigned and as required. Work Schedule:
Mon - Friday; 7:
30 - 4:
00 - or as dictated by supervision. Compressed/Flexible Schedule:
Not Available. Position Description Title/PD#:
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/12/2019.
Experience:
A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT:
Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measuring InstrumentsUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Maintenance mechanics at this grade make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and other hard-to-reach places. This requires employee to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Maintenance mechanics frequently lift and carry tools, equipment, and parts that weigh up to 20 pounds and, less often, up to 40 pounds. Occasionally, they lift or move, with assistance, moderately heavy objects weighing more than 40 pounds. Hoists, holders, and pulleys are operated when removing or installing units such as large motors, pumps, compressors, condensers, and chillers.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Mon - Friday; 7:
30 - 4:
00 - or as dictated by supervision. Compressed/Flexible Schedule:
Not Available. Position Description Title/PD#:
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/12/2019.
Experience:
A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT:
Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measuring InstrumentsUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Maintenance mechanics at this grade make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and other hard-to-reach places. This requires employee to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Maintenance mechanics frequently lift and carry tools, equipment, and parts that weigh up to 20 pounds and, less often, up to 40 pounds. Occasionally, they lift or move, with assistance, moderately heavy objects weighing more than 40 pounds. Hoists, holders, and pulleys are operated when removing or installing units such as large motors, pumps, compressors, condensers, and chillers.
- Department:
4749 Maintenance Mechanic - Salary Range:
$28.60 to $33.35 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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