The (AAVAHS) is comprised of an approximately 1 million square foot hospital complex, 35-acre medical center campus, eight Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCS), and five other offsite locations. The incumbent is assigned to the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Controls Shop at the Charles S. Kettles VA Medical Center. Incumbent reports to the HVAC and Controls Shop Supervisor in the Maintenance & Operations (M&O) section of the Facilities Management Service (FMS).

Duties

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Incumbent must have a thorough knowledge of solid-state electronics in theory and practice. Incumbent must also have skills for applying such knowledge to the troubleshooting, repair, modification, design, and calibration of complex electronic systems at the point of the system and via remote means. Such systems include but are not limited to: centralized building automation systems (BAS) which use special purpose, dedicated, or virtual computers/servers to store operating parameters and initiate adjustment, including central processing and direct digital control devices; individual mechanical subsystems and components that contain digital controllers, graphical user interfaces, reporting and networking to other devices in the field; and direct digital control devices, both standalone and system integrated. Mechanics at this level require a thorough knowledge of logic circuits, electronic amplification, and control circuits, and of complex electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic and/or pneumatic systems. The incumbent must be proficient in existing industrial and environmental control processes, upcoming technologies related to the systems to be serviced, maintained, and configured in order to properly test and coordinate the various portions of the system. As a result, the incumbent shall be required to maintain moderate to advanced working knowledge of a wide range of electronics principles and practices and will be required to participate in continuing education in order to stay abreast of changing technology concerning the equipment in service for the AAVAHS, upcoming procurements and ongoing advances. Incumbent must be skilled in the interpretation of engineering drawings which combine electrical and electronic schematics, logic, diagrams, and mechanical drawings, in order to trace signal flow throughout the respective engineering system when troubleshooting malfunctions of complex systems electrical and/or mechanical in form. The incumbent must be knowledgeable about standard troubleshooting practices while advanced enough to develop new processes and methods for all systems. The incumbent must know the characteristic voltage, current, and signal shape of the input and output of a wide variety of microprocessors, integrated and discrete solid-state circuits, and high power vacuum tube or transistor applications in order to recognize indications of improper operation and differentiate them from temporary abnormalities by the testing itself. Repair of electronic and industrial systems and equipment will include detecting and diagnosing malfunctions, tearing down equipment, repairing or replacing parts or components, and aligning, calibrating, and testing the modified or repaired equipment. Performance of preventive and corrective maintenance to keep electronic equipment and systems in reliable operation will include: periodic servicing to assure reliable operating condition and to extend service life, inspecting and testing equipment for compliance with specified standards of performance, calibrating and aligning the system, diagnosing and correcting malfunctions, removing malfunctioning systems from service, and doing bench repairs necessary to restore the equipment to the prescribed operation standards and tolerances, and, sometimes, certifying the equipment is operating properly. At this level, incumbent will make modifications and test and calibrate in accordance with instructions and procedures which are often vague and incomplete. As a result, the incumbent will develop and implement techniques for use on specific equipment. Incumbent must also use sound judgment in achieving specified assurances, sensitivities, and precise tolerances. Incumbent will use a variety of technical electronic data contained in manufacturer specifications, schematics, and maintenance procedures. Incumbent will make independent judgments in determining the work sequence, selecting, and using trade tools, and testing and measuring instruments. Incumbent works under supervision of the HVAC and Controls Shop Supervisor and may be required to provide technical assistance and guidance to lower-graded workers. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7AM - 3:30PM Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Authorized Position Description Title/PD#: Electronic Industrial Control Mechanic/PD929850 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/30/2023. 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: Customer Service (Clerical/Technical)Decision MakingElectricalElectronicsElectronics EngineeringMechanical Engineering 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 incumbent's daily duties consist of climbing, working in cramped positions, and restricted spaces, and moving and lifting heavy objects and equipment in the repairing and installation of A/C equipment. Incumbent, in making repairs and installations, works from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms. Equipment is located in hard-to-reach places and stooping, stretching, bending, and kneeling are frequently performed for long periods of time in making repairs.

Education

There are no educational substitutions for this series.

Contacts

• Address Ann Arbor VA Medical Center 2215 Fuller Road Ann Arbor, MI 48105 US
• Name: Robert Coman
• Phone: 734-845-3510
• Email: [email protected]