The Utilities Systems Repairer Operator (USRO), WG-4742 is assigned to the Engineering Service, Maintenance and Operations Section and reports directly to the Operations Supervisor. The primary purpose of this position is to provide continuous (24/7) repair, maintenance, and operation of building equipment and infrastructure systems. The incumbent possesses journeyman skills in several trades, including HVAC mechanic and general maintenance mechanic.

Duties

Duties include but not limited to: Responsible for the ongoing installation, adjustment, maintenance and repair of chiller plants and associated equipment, including chillers, water treatment systems, supply, return and exhaust fans, negative pressure units, pumps, motors, glycol management systems, and ice making/storage equipment. Responsible for specialty chillers for the support of critical medical equipment, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography {CT) machines. Cleaning of towers, water sumps, fill replacement, water level control maintenance and belt and motor replacement. Preventive maintenance is performed according to manufacturer's recommendations and widely accepted practices. Responsible for starting, stopping and continuous operation of multi? zone, multi-building, centralized systems. Responsible for maintenance and repair of various mechanical, electronic, and electrical equipment, including traction and hydraulic elevators, dumbwaiters, pharmaceutical and laboratory ventilation hoods, pneumatic tube transport systems, and televisions. Schedules and coordinates any contracted service or maintenance activities and obtains all reports and service/repair orders. Responsible for maintaining and stocking proper amounts of materials and parts for repair and replacement, including, pumps, belts, and motors, research and order hard-to-get parts that are not available in open market for general use. Keep records of purchased parts and materials for the work order job completion. Responsibilities include a wide variety of systems such steam distribution, water supply, fire suppression, sprinklers, drains, sewage, plumbing fixtures, oxygen, medical air, vacuum and nitrous oxide distribution and storage. Work Schedule: Rotating shifts of Day Shift: Tuesday - Sunday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Swing Shift Wednesday - Tuesday 4:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.; Mid Shift Friday-Thursday 12:00 p.m.- 8:00 a.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repairer Operator/PD02079A Physical Requirements: Physical efforts include continually standing, bending, walking, crawling, stooping, frequently pushing, and pulling carts loaded with heavy items and occasionally lifting (above the waist and overhead), and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. The incumbent must possess the ability to work on ladders with one hand and in high places atop air handlers. The incumbent must work under excessive noise, heat, and cold in cramped positions and under nervous tension.

Requirements

• 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

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, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesWithout 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Tucson VA Medical Center 3601 South Sixth Avenue Tucson, AZ 85723 US
• Name: Jessica Burns
• Phone: 253-583-2546
• Email: [email protected]