Summary
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Superintendent, House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent Facilities Operations Division, Mechanical Systems Branch. The individual performs progressively more complex assignments on electronic equipment and control systems frequently solving multi-dimensional problems while inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining and adjusting heating and cooling systems.
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Clarification from the agency
This position is Open to All US Citizens. Please see Requirements Section.
Duties
Tour of duty: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. This position is emergency essential. Depending on the type of emergency, the employee may be required to report to work during emergency situations.
This is a career ladder position. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to accomplish progressively more challenging control systems maintenance and independent work. Completing a prescribed training curriculum and clearly demonstrating course training objectives are met coupled with hands-on experience are prerequisites for advancement to the next grade.
Duties quoted are at the WG-11.
The individual selected for this position will:
Inspect and Troubleshoots HVAC Electronics and DDC
- Uses a precise knowledge of Direct Digital Controls (DDC) for advanced troubleshooting and repair abilities.
- Possess the ability to make changes to digital control programming for Automated Logic and Alerton control systems. Uses skills to troubleshoot and edit a WebCTRL program.
- Troubleshoots tools such as Wireshark and its usage in BACnet discovery.
- Possess a basic knowledge of Automated Logic clippings and their usage.
- Uses broad, practical and precise knowledge of electronic principles and practices to perform a complete range of electronic mechanical work relative to testing, troubleshooting, repairing, adjusting, aligning and calibration of complex DDC system components.
- Performs operational tests of newly installed electronic assemblies and major components.
- Performs tests to identify complex integrated circuitry malfunctions and repair the interface of components in relation to operational performance requirements.
- Verifies and proof tests equipment being used to determine if such equipment and/or procedures are within acceptable tolerances.
- Independently or as a team member, installs, overhauls, repairs, modifies and performs operational checks and built-in tests on a variety building application systems, sub-systems and related electrical, electronic, mechanical and hydraulic components. Troubleshoots, isolates and corrects malfunctions, using system test sets and diagnostic equipment.
- Utilizes a knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS) to diagnose and coordinate repairs with EMCS, where necessary and to repair DDC and improve operating efficiency. Acknowledges and investigates error alarms to maintain system integrity.
- Isolates problems and determines nature and scope of repairs and replacements required by making voltage, frequency calculations, tracing circuits and relationships in the signal flow through the use of schematics and applicable drawings.
HVAC Operation and Performance
- Possess a broad understanding of control strategies for chill water distribution systems. Understands and implements reset control strategies and 100% outside air control strategies for improved HVAC system performance.
- Develops heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) operational schedules using Automated Logic WebCTRL system.
- Understands and implements feedforward and feedback control loops, how they differ and their purpose in control strategies.
- Troubleshoots HVAC operational issues using Automated Logic WebCTRL’s alarms, trends and reporting features. Uses diagnostic fault tools for advanced troubleshooting of operational issues.
- In the absence of established documentation determines the method and technique necessary to perform electronic tests.
- Performs operational checks of advanced electronic assemblies in accordance with vendor procedures.
- Fuses chilled water or refrigerant lines to condensers, evaporators, compressors and controls. Evacuates, dehydrates and charges system with appropriate refrigerants. Checks for refrigerant leakages. Resets controls essential to maintain desired temperatures, pressure and humidity.
- Locates and diagnoses problems in control systems following trouble calls or inspections. Fabricates new and/or repairs parts such as hinges, flanges, pipe joints and bearing sleeves, which can require welding. Makes all necessary adjustments in electrical and pneumatic controls for optimal operation of chilled or hot water valves, booster heaters, pre-heaters, maximum air return, outside air and automatic and bypass volume dampers.
- Checks systems for suitable running cycles, refrigerant and oil leakages, motor and compressor temperatures, belt adjustment, set points, cleanliness, operations and superheat rotation and heating protection.
- Tests and aligns and final adjustments to meet calibration standards using a variety of sophisticated commercial test equipment such as electronic counters, digital multi-meters, oscilloscopes, card readers, controllers (computers), etc.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be able to pass a drug test.
- Your resume and question responses must demonstrate job-related elements.
“To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below:
- A citizen of the United States;
- A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)(B);
- A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible;
- A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or
- A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States.”
Applicants are required to obtain a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Certification to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations while in the performance of duties for this position. Applicants must acknowledge and sign the Hazardous Waste Management Requirement form prior to entrance on duty for the position.
Qualifications
You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement.
You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position.
- Ability to perform the work of and HVAC Electronics Mechanic (DDC) without more than normal supervision
WG-10: Ability to diagnose and make repairs, identify, troubleshoot and repair HVAC environment systems, controls and devices (valves, actuators, dampers, etc.); install, overhaul repairs and adjust a variety of electronic components; preform a range of electronic work related to testing, aligning and calibration of multiple electronic systems with limited supervision.
WG-11: Independently utilizes knowledge for advance troubleshooting and repair of digital control programming; installation, repairing testing, overhauling and modification of multiple HVAC electronic systems, utilizing a comprehensive knowledge of electronic principles and practices.
NOTE: Your application must show that you have sufficient training and/or experience to perform the duties of the position as described in the vacancy announcement. This experience MUST be clearly and fully supported in your resume.
Education
There is no educational requirement for the position.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holidays; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation; training and development opportunities, etc.
Selected applicant(s) may be eligible to earn a higher annual leave accrual rate credit towards annual leave accrual based on prior non-Federal or uniformed service work experience. The amount of service credit will be based on specialized experience or qualifying experience that is provided on the applicant profile submitted. As such, if you are a new employee to the Federal Government or a rehire, it is important that you provide a work history that lists all directly related positions held, and it must include the dates of employment (month/day/year).
The Architect of the Capitol offers eligible employees opportunity to participate in the Student Loan Repayment Program.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Your eligibility for consideration and qualifications for the position will be determined based upon a review of your detailed resume and your responses to job specific self-assessment questions.
Your resume will be evaluated based on evidence of your ability to demonstrate the job elements for this position, possession of any specialized experience, and how well your background and experience relates to the self-assessment questions in the job announcement. The self-assessment questions relate to the following job elements and competencies:
-- Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision
-- Assembly, Installation and Repair
-- Use of Test Equipment
-- Electronic Equipment Experience
-- Troubleshooting
Your responses to the self-assessment questions serve as the basis for your initial rating. You will receive a numerical score based on your responses to these questions. Next, your responses will be evaluated by a Human Resources Specialist and/or a subject matter expert against the information provided in your resume and optional cover letter. Your resume must support your answers to the self-assessment questions. Falsifying your background, education and/or experience is cause for non-selection or disqualification from further consideration.
Please note that a complete application is required for consideration. (Please review the “Required Documents” section of this job announcement to see what must be included in a complete application). You may preview questions for this vacancy.
Required Documents
The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) job application process is designed to ensure you only provide information necessary to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility for the position vacancy.
To apply for this position, you only need to submit: a) your resume and b) answers to the online vacancy assessment questionnaire. The online questionnaire contains eligibility and screening questions and other relevant information. No additional documentation or attachments are required at the time of application.
Your resume should list your education, training and work experience including job titles, employment dates , duties and accomplishments.
Nothing further is required until it is requested by AOC’s Human Capital Management Division. If additional documentation is required for the position, you will be asked to provide it during the interview or selection process. At that time, you may be asked to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume.
For example, you may be asked to provide a copy of your diploma, college transcripts, or proof of Federal employment status. If the position requires licensure or certification, you will be asked to provide proof at the time of selection.
If Veterans’ preference is claimed, you will be asked to submit proof (DD-214, and, if claiming a 10-point preference, a SF-15 and the proof required by that form).
Failure to provide the required documents will end further consideration and/or result in the withdrawal of any tentative job offers.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
You MUST apply online. FORMS RECEIVED BY FAX, EMAIL OR U.S. POSTAL SERVICE DELIVERY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
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Next steps
You will receive a notice generated by the USAJOBS System when you have successfully submitted your application. We will review your application and transcript(s) (if you are qualifying based on education) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements.
You can check the status of your application by logging into http://www.usajobs.gov. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application has changed by logging into your USAJOBS Account, editing your profile and changing the ‘Notification Settings’ to indicate that you want to be notified by email when the status changes. Information regarding the status of your application should be updated in the system within two (2) weeks after the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
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