Clarification from the agency

ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs a variety of maintenance task to include steam and water plumbing, pumps and motors, low pressure air systems, electrical power, low voltage controls, alarm and monitoring as they relate to equipment 's and machines to support the daily function and operation of various services: dietetics, environmental management service, material and logistics, research, veteran's canteen service and transportation.
• Have knowledge and understand the mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic system and principles of operation of a fix or mobile equipment, machines, and machinery.
• Initiates electronic work orders, documents man hours, findings, repairs and materials use on identified deficiencies and includes time spent on administrative functions and requirements of the Electrical Shop, Engineering Service and the VA San Diego Healthcare System.
• Performs at the journeymen level on a variety of equipment and systems, working with a team of different trades to the betterment of equipment, systems and service to our veterans and their dependents.
• Tasks will require installation, assembly, troubleshooting and repair, maintenance, modification, alteration, cosmetics, disassembly and removal, testing and operation, research and identification of drawings and manuals, procuring parts and materials.
• Conducts initial inspections, testing and operation of newly acquired equipment and machinery, documents and retains records, warranties, drawings and manuals.
• Determines the most efficient methods and techniques, devices, and materials necessary to accomplish the job.
• Plans and lays out the routing, placement, materials needed to feed new equipment and machinery installation.
• Performs electrical work through making repairs accomplished by replacing, tightening, splicing, soldering, insulating defective wiring, controls, equipment, switches, relays, loose connections, fittings, and thermostats.
• Troubleshoots, diagnose, modify, and repair faulty equipment and machinery and power and control issues using electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Responsible for installing, repairing, and adjusting air conditioning and refrigeration equipment throughout the medical center.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of critical hospital equipment and systems that achieve required climatic conditions.
• Diagnose and identify the cause of faulty equipment or machinery, and conducts and completes repair on support systems on commercial and industrial heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning systems that provide a variety of functions (i.e., preheat, reheat, cooling, humidifying, dehumidifying, exhaust, supply, cleaning, filtering, and circulating) and uses a variety of methods of air conditioning (mechanical , vapor compression and absorption).

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm
Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD12994A
Physical Requirements: May handle or carry weights up to 50 pounds, and occasionally more. Assistance is usually available for handling of heavier material and equipment. Heavy exertion is required at frequent intervals. Work requires pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching, walking, climbing, stooping, ability for normal mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, normal hearing and vision. Must have physical capabilities for working inside and outside in excessive heat and cold, noise, confined areas, inclement weather and on intermittent slippery or uneven surfaces that can be found at or in transit to or from work sites. May receive minor cuts and abrasions while performing these duties. Must be able to work from ladders and platforms, and work in awkward and uncomfortable positions.

Incumbent may be assigned to work in areas/confined spaces where certain potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present. These agents may include, but are not limited to fumes, dust, noise, heat, ionizing, and non-ionizing radiation, chemicals, etc. To ensure employee safety and health, personnel protection programs are maintained consistent with applicable laws and regulations. Incumbent will be required to wear respirators and must be physically able to perform assigned work tasks as directed above and operate safety equipment. Pulmonary function test, chest ex-ray, completion of personal history questionnaire, and a physical evaluation conducted by a physician is required prior to start and then annually. Typical safety equipment required by the trade is safety shoes, safety glasses, respirators, protective clothing and hard hats.

Incumbent will be exposed to asbestos containing areas. Incumbent must follow VASDHS Medical Center Memorandum 00-52, Airborne Asbestos Protection.

Conditions of employment

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year probationary period (OR INSERT "2-year trial period") during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
• Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

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, Repair
• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)
• Technical Practices
• Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Without more than normal supervision

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.

How you will be evaluated

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

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.

Documents Accepted:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (Schedule A)
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Other (1)
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

Documents Required:

• Resume

Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.

Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.

Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.

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