• Serves as working leader of approximately 45 employees in accomplishing trades and labor work.
• Passes on to other workers instructions received from supervisor, and starts work (e.g., by assigning the immediate tasks to be performed by individual members of the group led).
• Answers workers questions regarding procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives (e.g., technical orders); obtains needed information or decisions from the supervisor on problems that come up during the work.
• Implements General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and performs advanced work management and performance trend data analysis of data entered into GFEBS.
• Utilizes commercially available off the shelf data/work management intelligence software to assign, schedule, track, and report assigned work and the progress of work performed by led team(s).
• Insures that needed plans, blueprints, material, and tools are available, and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations.
• Works with 120-, 220-, and 440-volt single phase and three phase power systems.
• Maintains and tests the electrical power system for air conditioning systems, heating systems and boiler systems.
• Disassembles and completely overhauls commercial refrigeration units.
• Works on a variety of large air conditioning and heat pump systems that provide such functions as heating, cooling, dehumidifying, humidifying, cleaning, filtering, and circulating.
• Determines parts and equipment and estimates costs for repair and modification of systems.
• Operates government motor vehicles weighing up to and including 2 1/2 tons in performance of work.

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 75 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position requires incumbent to work a call-back work schedule to respond to after-hours emergencies. This may include, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a CFC Certification Type Universal as required by section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990 EPA mandatory technician certification by November 14, 1994 within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Maintenance Mechanic Leader ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the Ability to Lead or Supervise common Maintenance Mechanic duties, such as tests circuits and equipment by use of a variety of diagnostic tools and equipment such as ohmmeters, ammeters, voltmeters, Wiggins, etc. Measures, cuts, threads, bends, assemble, and/or install conduit. Inserts, splices, and connects wires to fixtures, outlets, switches, receptacles, or power source. Documents operating readings as necessary or required; checks for leaks and proper operation of equipment, or other malfunctions. Replaces or repairs component parts in compressors; replaces or repairs coils or refrigerant lines; cleans unit of any dirt, grease or moisture. Determines parts and equipment for repair and modification of systems. Locates or modifies parts to replace obsolete parts. Inspects, adjusts, replaces or repairs thermostats; digi-stats; sensors switches; fuel cut off and feed systems; burners; flame safeguard controls; bearings; drive gears; springs; gaskets, fans and couplings; or damaged parts. Services systems by replacing filters, cleaning strainers, ignition electrodes, pumps and fans, or adjusting dampers. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Physical Effort: Stoops, stretches, bends, kneels for long periods of time and works in tiring, awkward, and uncomfortable positions. Equipment worked on is large and must be moved in and out of specific locations. Frequently sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 75 pounds and less frequently, items that weigh over 75 pounds. Weight handling equipment is available when handling large units, up to 6000 lb. Ladders, scaffolds and platforms may be used when working on large systems or roofs. Must be able to distinguish basic or shades of colors to prevent risk of electrical shock when wiring equipment.
• Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside under all weather conditions. Subject to sudden temperature changes and extreme cold during repairs to cold storage plant and large walk-in refrigerator equipment. Exposed to possibility of broken bones from falls from ladders or scaffolds. Requires wearing of protective safety equipment (respirators, shoes, glasses, ear protection). Possibility of burns and/or electrocution when working on electrical equipment (24 to 460 volts). May be called upon to perform asbestos abatement, encapsulation and repair.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

• Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
• For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
• Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
• If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
• For additional information, to include formatting tips, see: What to include in your resume.

2. Other supporting documents:

• Cover Letter, optional
• Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

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