Utility Systems Repairer-Operator (USRO) performs tasks involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Canandaigua VAMC chiller plant/ AC shop. USRO will be assigned to the Chiller Plant but is still responsible for being able to assist with campus AC installs, mechanical shop in the winter months. Incumbent may be required to perform duties normally assigned to other engineering shops on after hour's call ins.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: Perform hourly rounds on equipment and records readings in accordance with policies and procedures. Perform troubleshooting and diagnostics on all equipment as assigned and make repairs as necessary and required. Maintain logs of scheduled and daily operations. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and diagrams. Use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment during assignments and repairs Install new equipment and systems Monitor and communicate with appropriate persons per medical center policy concerning station fire alarms, disaster notification and various other alarm systems. Repairs equipment such as sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems. Plan and lay out the routing, placement, slant, slope, fall, and proper operation of fire protection systems and equipment. Perform repairs on systems after conducting diagnostic troubleshooting. Install equipment by planning and completing the routing and placement of systems leading to the equipment Reclaiming and charging of all types of refrigerants. Identify and abate Asbestos Containing Material Responsible for taking appropriate action in the event of a breakdown or malfunction of equipment. Independently plans and carries out the objectives using accepted methods, policies, and procedures. Work Schedule: Multiple shifts Compressed/Flexible Schedule: available - will be discussed options during interview Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repr-Op / PD21V52A Recruitment Incentives: Approved for $10,000 incentive upon a 2 yr service agreement for highly qualified applicants Physical Requirements: Regular walking tours of the plant, main hospital, and outbuildings to conduct inspections of equipment which include some lifting, kneeling, standing, climbing and stooping. Maintenance and repairs frequently require working in awkward and cramped positions and lifting to fifty (50) pounds. Frequent standing, walking, and climbing are required while checking equipment. Work involves repetitive motions over the course of the workday, including turning valves, bolts, nuts, writing reports, climbing ladders safely. Ability to use computer including typing reports, responding to emails, and reviewing documents on the screen. Working Conditions: Most work is done inside with routine exposure to surrounding temperatures in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit, chemicals used in boiler, chiller, and water treatment, steam in excess of 300 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, and occasional inclement weather. The use of protective clothing or gear, such as rubber aprons, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, safety goggles, gloves or face shield, is frequently required. Incumbent will be issued with uniforms, to include pants, VA logo shirts, that are required to be worn in full while on duty. Incumbent may also be exposed to the following dangers: Electrical shock, Hydrocarbon refrigerants, chemical splashes and burns, scalds, cuts, bruises, or broken bones.

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: Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Operation of Equipment/MachineryPlan and organize workTroubleshootingWithout 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

No education requirement at this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Canandaigua VA Medical Center 400 Fort Hill Ave Canandaigua, NY 14424 US
• Name: Angela Johnson
• Phone: 518-626-6155
• Email: [email protected]