The position is located in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Mid-Atlantic Heath Care Network (VISN 6), Salisbury VA Medical Center, Engineering Service within the In-House Construction Crew. The Maintenance Mechanic Leader is under the direct supervision of the Construction Supervisor, Engineering Service. The primary duties of the position are to provide leadership, coordination and assistance.

Duties

Routinely provide leadership, coordination, and assistance to journey level craftsmen in a variety of trades. Oversee 15 - 20 journeyman level craftsmen to complete multiple projects of varying complexity that are routinely worked concurrently. Oversees and assists with the construction, maintenance, repair and alteration of a variety of building components such as demolition and installation of new walls, structural support work, wing remodels and retrofits and other similar work which requires coordination of all trade areas. Lead and assist Maintenance Mechanics to install, maintain, repair and alter a variety of new and existing mechanical systems. HVAC system installation, maintenance and repair will include water-cooled and air-cooled chillers, piping, air handling units, fan coil units, pumps, valves, pneumatic and DOC controls, thermostats, and other system components. Steam system installation, maintenance and repair will include high/medium/low pressure piping and equipment including but not limited to steam heating, steam generation, hydraulic systems; steam flash and expansion tanks; condensate, vacuum and circulating pumps. Plumbing installation, maintenance and repair will include domestic water supply piping, fire suppression piping, medical air, vacuum, and oxygen piping, chilled water piping, sanitary drain, waste and vent piping, water closets, urinals, lavatories. Lead and assist Electricians to install, maintain, repair and alter electrical distribution systems including but not limited to new and existing switchgears, distribution panels, circuits, fixtures, controls and equipment. Lead and assist Masons to install, maintain, repair and alter a variety of masonry surfaces and components including but not limited to; vertical and horizontal concrete surfaces and structures; common brick, clay/hollow brick, concrete block, ceramic, porcelain and stone tile; nonstructural light gauge metal stud framing members; gypsum wallboard; gypsum wallboard/plaster, luxury vinyl tile (LVT), welded sheet flooring and carpet tile; metal door frames, wood or metal doors and associated hardware. Lead and assist Painters to install, maintain, repair and alter various coating materials on multiple surfaces including but not limited to; Low/No VOC latex primer and paint, epoxy, urethane, stain and polyurethane; prepare and install new wallpaper; prepare surfaces to accept coatings by hand/power sanding, wire brushing, filling, shaping and leveling surfaces with joint compound and/or synthetic resins. The incumbent routinely inspects the work of the journey level craftsman on the Construction Crew to ensure proper adherence to VA directives, facility guidelines, accepted trade practices and applicable federal, state and local codes. The incumbent is responsible for accurately completing various administrative duties including but not limited to; documenting labor hours, ensuring adherence to project schedule, drafting equipment and material lists, redirecting crew members and other resources to maintain effective work operations. Perform other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, Noon - 10:30 p.m. (4/10 hours days) Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic Lead/PD020000 Physical Requirements: The work requires manual dexterity, good physical condition and stamina along with the ability to lift and carry such items as heavy ladders, scaffolding, lumber, tools and equipment. The incumbent must have the ability to work from all positions while standing on the floor, ground, ladders, scaffolding and roofs at heights up to 32 feet. Work involves considerable standing, walking, crawling, bending and stooping. Ability to work above one's head on walls and ceilings while using tools weighing from 2 to 7 pounds. The incumbent is working in hot areas where heat stress while in protective overalls and respirator and the concern of heat stroke exists.

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: Electrical EquipmentInspectInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Lead or SuperviseUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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 WG Bill Hefner Salisbury VA Medical Center 1601 Brenner Avenue Salisbury, NC 28144 US
• Name: Anisha Trice
• Phone: (804)675-5000 X8942
• Email: [email protected]