This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory Support Positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Working Leader within the Directorate of Public Works, performing full range of work involved in the installation, modification, repair, overhaul, maintenance, and servicing of integrated industrial and laboratory reach-in and walk-in refrigeration systems.

Duties

Work Leader performing full variety of air-conditioning/refrigeration systems designed to reach and maintain critical and extreme conditions under a variety of situations. Assures that work assignments are carried out by other members of the group. Position designated as mission essential; in the event of unplanned hazardous material releases, the incumbent must continue to perform the mission essential duties. Monitor operation of refrigeration and commercial/industrial air-conditioning systems to ensure parts are cleaned, lubricated, and in good condition. Provide support to engineering/scientific research projects - Fabricate, modify, install prototype refrigeration and electrical control systems and develop functional design solutions to operating problems. Diagnose and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to ensure efficiency, reliability, and safe operation of equipment. Utilize facility management software system. Maintain current inventory of parts, hardware, refrigerant, and other products need to accomplish completion of work assignments. Ensure proper utilization of all hand tools, test equipment and instruments, welding equipment and shop machines. Wear proper protective clothing and equipment to handle hazardous materials. Identify the need for modification or alterations to existing components. Ensure safe operation of refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment. Properly handle and dispose of hazardous waste materials and by-products safely. Trains lower graded mechanics and operators.

Requirements

• Appointment subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Pre-employment and Annual Physical Examinations (Respirator Test).
• Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) Certification.
• Moderate to Heavy Lifting (up to 50 lbs).
• Emergency/Irregular/Shift - on call work schedule.
• Protective clothing and/or equipment.
• Temporary Duty Travel less than 10% to other Duty Locations.

Qualifications

This position is being filled using Policy Memorandum #36, ERDC Policy, Direct Hire Authority (DHA) Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory Support Positions. Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Leader - Direct Hire without more than normal supervision described as full range of duties described as operating large capacity chillers (compressors) or absorbers that perform various functions such as heating, humidification, dehumidification, and filtration, in addition to cooling; performing minor repairs on air conditioning units; and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, schematic drawings, water flow charts, and specifications regarding servicing and operation of the refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Work on my own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort & Working Conditions: Frequently carries and sets up parts and equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds. Lifting equipment is available for heavier jobs. Long periods of stooping, stretching, bending, and kneeling may be required when working in hard-to-reach places. Most of the work is performed inside, where areas are usually adequately heated and ventilated, but frequently required to work in cramped and awkward positions on concrete floors and on ladders. Extreme temperatures occur when working in cold rooms and occasionally outside. Protective devices, such as goggles, masks, etc. may be needed periodically when there is a possibility of exposure to refrigerants (freon, ammonia). Mechanic is routinely in contact with hazardous materials and must use extreme caution. Work is frequently dirty and greasy and mechanic is subject to possible injuries such as cuts, bruises, burns, and electrical shock. Work may involve travel to field locations within the US as well as to the Arctic and other cold regions.

Contacts

• Address GR-APF-W2R2AA US ARMY ENGR RESEARCH AND DEV CTR DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Mandy McGuffie
• Phone: 601-634-5402
• Email: [email protected]