The position is located in the Department of Veterans Affairs VA, Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network (VISN 6), Hampton VA Medical Center, Engineering Service, Maintenance and Repair Section. The primary purpose of the position it to maintain mechanical, electrical plumbing, industrial equipment and piping systems. The primary duties of the position are repairs and service to HVAC, electrical, plumbing and pipefitting systems and industrial equipment.

Duties

Major duties include, but are not limited to Installation, testing, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul and preventative maintenance of commercial and industrial sized air handler units, condensing units, heat pumps, 900 ton centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, exhaust systems, humidification systems, mini-split systems, window air conditions, circulating pumps, VAV boxes, thermostats, control wiring, valves, compressors, refrigerant and steam piping and other systems and components typical to the HVACR trade. Monitor room temperatures, relative humidity levels and equipment information through energy management systems and respond to problems accordingly. Position requires reclaiming refrigerant and complying with EPA regulations specific to refrigerant gases. Testing, troubleshooting and repair of electrical distribution systems and equipment for emergency and normal power sources. installation, troubleshooting, and repair of plumbing and piping systems. Installs and repairs equipment and systems such as medical gas, steam, air, water, condensate pumps, radiators, automatic and manual valves, water closets, water fixtures, water heaters, and flash and expansion tanks Traces and troubleshoots pipelines, systems, and equipment to locate and repair leaks and trouble spots. Tests systems and equipment for proper operation, circulation, flow, pressure and leak-free joints. Installation, testing, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, disassembly, assembly and preventative maintenance of medical gas system and components air/oxygen/vacuum, air compressors, vacuum and air pumps, compressors; food service equipment such as commercial cooking and reheating equipment, ovens, ranges, broilers, deep fat fryers, ice machines, etc. Work Schedule: Full-Time Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD028250 Physical Requirements: Heavy physical efforts are required. Must be able to lift heavy objects. walk, bend, stoop, climb, and crawl and stand on feet for extended periods of time. Mechanic must be able to work in tight and restrictive spaces such as under buildings, under equipment, in attics, in tunnels, etc., and at high elevations such as on roofs, scaffolds, ladders, in towers, etc., in excess of 30 feet. Mechanic may work in tiring positions for prolonged periods. Work requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, crouching, and arm movement. Mechanics sometimes work in cramped areas, on temporary platforms, and overhead and frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 20 kilograms (45 pounds). Mechanics in this position may occasionally lift heavier items with assistance.

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)TroubleshootingUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout 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 Hampton VA Medical Center 100 Emancipation Drive Hampton, VA 23667 US
• Name: Anisha Trice
• Phone: (804)675-5000 X8942
• Email: [email protected]