This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until November 30, 2023. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be September 22, 2023, with subsequent cut-off dates on the 1st of each month. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled.

Duties

The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic position is under the Operations Section of Facilities Management Service at the East Orange Campus of the VA New Jersey Healthcare System. Incumbent installs, troubleshoots, and makes repairs on various refrigeration and air conditioning units and systems such as walk-in coolers, refrigerators, ice machines, freezers, evaporating fans, window air conditioning units and similar equipment. Incumbent installs, troubleshoots, and makes repairs on various refrigeration and air conditioning units and systems such as walk-in coolers, refrigerators, ice machines, freezers, evaporating fans, window air conditioning ? units and similar equipment. Assists higher graded mechanics on larger or more complex systems or equipment. The Incumbent maintenance and repair of HVAC systems and all components, refrigerators, ice machines, walk in boxes, freezers, fan coil units, and pumps throughout the facility. The work includes both repair and preventive maintenance. Incumbent uses materials called for in work orders and schematic drawings, or obtains replacement parts, such as switches, controls, expansion valves, hot/cold water valves, VAV's, pumps, and thermostats. Routine repair and maintenance duties are accomplished independently; if unusual problems arise, or if installation or repair of unfamiliar or complex industrial HVAC systems is assigned, a supervisor or higher-grade worker provides advice and checks to see that completed work meets requirements. The incumbent maintains a level of communication with the supervisor or other shop personnel keeping the supervisory or higher-level employee informed concerning project status, materials and tools-needed to complete an assigned task/project. Incumbent selects tools, decides on methods and techniques to use, and carries out the work with minimal review during its progress. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm, 7:30am-4:00pm or 8:00am-4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD02550A Physical Requirements: The incumbent handles and carries tools, equipment and testing devices that seldom weigh over 50 pounds. Work is normally performed at sites where most of the equipment can be reached from the floor or from ladders. Occasionally, platforms and scaffolding are needed to reach parts of the systems such as fans, electrical and water lines and duct work. Is occasionally required to stoop, stretch, bend, kneel and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Most work is done inside, but incumbent is frequently subject to sudden temperature changes when working on equipment such as walk-in freezer units. Is occasionally subject to cuts, burns, electrical shocks, and respiratory ailments. Exposure to repeated, prolonged or concentrated amounts of refrigerant gases may cause toxic effects to eyes, skin, and internal organs.

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. EPA CERTIFICATION: In accordance with 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F, EPA, people working in this type of position must have and maintain proper EPA Certifications for working with refrigerants. You must have these EPA Certification Universal in order to meet the requirements of this position. 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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesTroubleshootingUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address VA New Jersey Health Care System 385 Tremont Avenue East Orange, NJ 07018 US
• Name: Victoria Moersdorf
• Phone: 908-536-9812
• Email: [email protected]