The Electronics Mechanic provides the safe, reliable, efficient and effective function of Electrical mechanic and maintainer of non-medical instruments and devices used in the medical center. In addition, the incumbent specializes in equipment used primarily in electrical switchgear, operations, building automation systems, computer networking, controls, access controls and security systems.

Duties

Makes independent judgments and decisions regarding methods and procedures for completing assignments that may involve extending the use of conventional test equipment, and improvising fault analysis, repair, and calibration techniques. Responsible for understanding the effect that repairs will have on the related integral components of the equipment serviced. Responsible for making further tests and alignments to ensure that the completed equipment is aligned and functioning properly. Troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates and maintains Electronic systems and non- medical electronic instrumentation and devices used in facility operation applications within the medical center and in other non-medical electronic applications as well. Facility operation applications include building automation systems, energy management systems, switchgear and generator control systems, access control systems and security systems. Many of these applications are under computer control. This work is performed on a routine and emergent basis. Performs and documents preventive maintenance and safety inspections to insure safe, proper and reliable operation of these instruments and devices. He/she develops preventive maintenance procedures for new equipment and revises old procedures to reflect current accepted practices and changes which experience may dictate. The incumbent is responsible for functional equipment safety regarding the operator and any other effected equipment user. Modifies devices and systems as required by the user and medical center needs or for more reliable performance. He/she may compose and construct electronic devices and systems utilizing existing instruments and devices as required by medical center needs. Instructs other electronics mechanics, electricians, HVAC mechanics, equipment users and others on the proper use, capability and maintenance of electronic equipment. He/she usually provides instruction on the job but may conduct classroom instruction as well. Services and/or repairs other non-medical items as the facilities workload requires. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not available Position Description Title/PD#: Electronics Mechanic / O6766A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/21/2023. 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: ElectronicsEquipment Assembly, Installation, RepairIngenuityInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Plan and organize work 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: The work requires good coordination, physical and mental health and intense concentration for long periods of time as well as perform tedious, precise procedures requiring good hand-eye coordination while seated. At times the incumbent is required to remain in cramped or awkward positions and must frequently lift or push equipment and devices in excess of 50 pounds. The incumbent works primarily indoors and is subject to exposure to noxious chemicals, contagious disease and risk of infection. He/she is subject to exposure to hazardous situations involving lethal electrical voltages, rotating machinery, high pressures, vacuums, etc. The incumbent is subjected to stress caused by responsibility of performing the primary duties of ensuring the safe, reliable, efficient and effective function of electronic devices and systems in a medical center setting.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Atlanta VA Medical Center 1670 Clairmont Road Decatur, GA 30033 US
• Name: Hannah Henderson
• Email: [email protected]