Maintenance Supervisor

Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to Status candidates. Documentation required to verify eligibility claims.

Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Supervisor/PD009080
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for buildings including preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, alterations, emergency repairs and renovations of the maintenance work unit, which is comprised of the following trades: electrical, maintenance mechanics, plumber/pipefitters, HVAC technicians, low voltage technician and locksmiths.

Major duties Include but not limited to:

• Performs as a Supervisor, in full charge of the M&R work unit. This consists of the General Repair and Building Maintenance Units, including (but not limited to) Maintenance Mechanics, Carpentry, Plumbing, Electric, Machine, Paint, Data and Wire, Fire-life safety, and HVAC shops.
• Responsible to oversee, manage and coordinate, schedule, and execute budgets for: multi-discipline repairs, station funded projects (repair and renovation), small NRM work projects and maintenance contracts.
• Serve as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for such projects ensuring credit cards, contracting, fiscal and FMS management policy are followed and complied with.
• Develops and presents, for final approval, the operations, recurring maintenance, and small project budget for the Maintenance and Repair Work Unit assigned on a long- term, as well as on a day-to-day basis.
• Informs the Chief Engineer and other higher-level supervisors of the need to revise work schedules and re-estimate labor and other resources.
• Responsible for planning, tracking and reporting progress on work assignments; request authority to use overtime, equipment, and materials to meet schedules in accordance with facility priorities.
• responsible to plan for and respond to/address emergent needs in the facility related to the systems and buildings of the Erie VAMC.
• Ensure that all critical systems remain safely operational to prevent interruption to the hospital operation. Unplanned failures or interruptions to building services shall be addressed and corrected in a timely manner by the M&R supervisor using the resources available to the work unit and the VA policies and direction provided by FMS management.
• Plan preventative and predictive maintenance to minimize the risk of unplanned building systems failures.
• Recommend changes to schedules, priorities, and work sequences as necessary to the benefit of the hospital and make minor deviations in procedures or redirect resources under their control to overcome problems such as equipment failure, material delays, or unplanned absences

Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not available
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• 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 identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 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 or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/20/2026.

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:

• Ability to Lead or Supervise
• Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair
• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)
• Materials
• Technical Practices

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: Work requires standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, often in hard to reach places. Frequently handles, lifts, carries equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds and chemicals that weight up to 120 pounds. Much of the work is done on ladders, scaffolds and platforms. Incumbent is standing or walking much of the time and must be in good overall physical condition. Physical capability to regularly walk long distances, dexterity and accurate hand­-eye coordination, and corrected 20/20 vision and accurate color perception are required. S/he must be physically able in body to direct the accomplishment of the above work as well as to communicate directions over the telephone. S/he must be capable of standing, bending, climbing ladders and scaffolds, and in general have use of his/her limbs. This position requires working overtime as needed, being available to address both planned and unplanned work. The work environment also includes working during off tour periods to address emergent issues that can arise at any day or time. Work involves frequent walking, standing and sedentary desk work. Occasionally requires stooping, bending, working on ladders or scaffolds, or working in cramped or awkward positions. S/he is subject to hazardous conditions, working under extreme temperatures, hot and cold; and in inclement weather. S/he must be aware of this and be able to cope with same. May be exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruised and broken bones. May also be exposed to contagious disease when working in patient areas. Safety procedures must be followed and appropriate protective safe gear must be worn, as required for the specific work area or task. S/he must visit all those areas where subordinates will be working for instruction and/or inspection.

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.

Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• Resume

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please make sure you have included other documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), documentation to support Veterans Preference claims, or ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information.

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

SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applicable for Time in Grade and/or Eligibility):

• Most recent SF-50 if you are a current or former Federal employee
• An SF-50 showing your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade
• Award 50's do not provide sufficient information and will not be accepted for the purpose of verifying time-in-grade.
• Examples of appropriate SF-50's include:
  • Within grade increases at the highest grade held; or
  • Promotions with an effective date more than one year old; or
  • SF-50's at the highest grade held with an effective date more than one year old.

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

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