Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Status Candidates (this includes Merit Promotion, Status Candidates, Former Overseas Employees, CTAP, ICTAP, VRA, VEOA, 30% or More Disabled, EVHO, Schedule A, Military Spouses, Americorps, Peace Corps, Vista, Interchange Agreement Eligibles, and National Guard).

In this position at grade 10, you will:

• Operate, monitor, and regulate large, complex, and centralized HVAC systems to maintain desired temperatures, humidity levels, and air quality.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on a wide variety of HVAC equipment, including commercial packaged units, chillers, steam systems, boilers, and control systems.
• Analyze system issues and apply troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve problems quickly and effectively.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and specifications to plan and lay out work, determine repair methods, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Conduct regular tests and adjustments to optimize HVAC system performance and ensure the most efficient operation.
• Operate heavy equipment such as snow blowers and plows to clear snow and ice from walkways and parking areas as weather events occur.

In this position at grade 11, you will:

• Install, adjust, maintain, and repair complex HVAC systems tailored to the specific environmental requirements of laboratories and research facilities.
• Diagnose and resolve malfunctions in HVAC equipment, including commercial-grade units, chillers, steam systems, and boilers.
• Install various types of ductwork and associated components, such as round, square, rectangular, and spiral ducts, as well as flexible ducts and connections, ensuring proper sealing and airflow.
• Analyze system performance data, interpret diagnostic reports, and implement corrective actions to optimize HVAC system efficiency and reliability.
• Conduct comprehensive tests, adjustments, and precise calibrations on HVAC systems and components, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.
• Utilize building management control systems to diagnose and resolve complex issues, implement modifications, and optimize system performance in response to specific space requirements.
• Safely handle, store, and dispose of refrigerants and other hazardous chemicals following strict safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on a wide variety of HVAC equipment, including commercial packaged units, chillers, steam systems, boilers, and control systems.
• Assist with site snow removal during winter operations by operating snow blowers, plows, heavy equipment, and shovels to clear walkways, parking lots, and building entrances outside of normal business hours or as weather events occur.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. citizenship
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment medical examination
• Must obtain and maintain Universal CFC Certification for handling refrigerants within six months if not already held
• Must possess a valid state driver's license
• Callback or emergency overtime required
• Bargaining Unit Position: Yes - American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), Local 2186

Qualifications

There are no specific length or level-of-experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education, and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform A/C Equipment Mechanic duties without more than normal supervision.

Applicants must meet the screen-out elements and achieve an overall score of at least 50% (fifty percent) or higher.

AND

• Driver's License (Screen-Out): A valid state driver's license is required for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit a copy or photograph of your driver's license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your valid state-issued driver's license.

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; religious; 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.

The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook.

If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume, optional cover letter, and supporting documents to assess your qualifications for this position. Please ensure your resume and documentation include detailed information demonstrating your relevant qualifications. Failure to provide sufficient and legible evidence in your resume or supporting documents may result in a "not qualified" determination. You MUST select at least one eligibility (i.e., how you wish to be considered) to receive consideration for this position.

Rating: Applications will be assessed on the following competencies:

• Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision

Applicants must meet the screen-out elements and achieve an overall score of at least 50% (fifty percent). Subject matter experts may be used for qualification determinations. If the minimum qualifications and eligibility requirements are met, your application will be rated and ranked based on your responses to the online assessment questions regarding your experience, education, training, performance appraisals, or awards relevant to the duties of the position. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the assessment questions are not supported by the evidence described in your application.
To preview the questionnaire, click here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13090919

Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration, and you may be required to participate in an interview. Referrals are made based on applicant eligibility (e.g., Merit Promotion, veterans' preference). Please review the Evaluation Process for details on how applicants are reviewed and referred based on their selected eligibility.

Rule of Many Rating Procedures: Applicants are ranked in score order based on their assessment rating plus Veterans preference points, as applicable. All applicants with a score of 70 or higher, including Veterans preference points, will be referred to the hiring official.

CTAP/ICTAP Eligibility: If you are a displaced or surplus federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), you must be determined eligible and rated as well-qualified to receive special selection priority. "Well-qualified" means that in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective placement factor(s), if applicable, you must receive a score of 85 or higher. For information on required supporting documents and eligibility criteria, please review: CTAP/ICTAP Eligibility

The documents required vary based on how you apply (e.g., veteran or disabled veteran, current or former federal employee). Please review the Required Documents to determine which documents apply to you. Failure to submit required documentation may result in the loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.

A complete application package includes:

1. A resume

2. Responses to the vacancy assessment questions

3. All applicable supporting documents

Please note that if you do not provide all required information as specified in this announcement, or if submitted documents are illegible, you may lose consideration for this position (or may not receive the special hiring consideration for which you may be eligible).

Resume: All applicants must submit a resume by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their choice. Cover letters are optional. To receive credit for relevant experience, your resume must include the start and end dates (month/year) and the average number of hours worked per week for each position listed. We recommend previewing the online assessment questions to ensure your resume clearly supports your responses. Please refer to the Resume Guidance for instructions on building an effective resume. Only resumes up to two (2) pages will be accepted; applicants with resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Refer to the USAJOBS Help Center for additional recommendations and instructions.

Reinstatement: If you are a former federal employee (separated from federal service for at least one year) and wish to be noncompetitively reinstated to a higher grade or full performance level than the position from which you separated, you MUST provide:

• A copy of your separation SF-50 (the "Position Occupied" block must show a "1" and the "Tenure" block must show a "1" or "2")
• Your most recent official performance appraisal showing a rating of at least "Fully Successful" (or equivalent)

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