The Tibur Rubin VA Medical center is recruiting for one (1) Electronics Mechanic in the Engineering Service. The primary purpose of the Electronics Mechanic is to be assigned to the Electronics Unit, Maintenance and Operations Section, Engineering and Facilities Operations Service, VA Long Beach Healthcare System. Welcome to VA Long Beach Tibor Rubin - History WMC Total Rewards - Power Apps

Duties

Electronics Mechanic Duties include but are not limited to:- Ability to apply a comprehensive knowledge of operating electronic principles to troubleshoot, install, and repair malfunctions in complex electronic systems with circuit theory. Interpret complex drawings, specifications, and schematics of complete systems to recognize the function and interconnections of the various assemblies. Know how to troubleshoot the system from the schematic, following signal paths through a complex path of interconnections of components, assemblies, subassemblies and connecting cable harnesses. Skill to modify systems by adding, altering, or removing components to standardize or alter the purpose of the equipment on the component level, or to incorporate new features developed since the equipment was manufactured. Interact with engineers, manufacturers, representatives, engineering personnel and field unit personnel in troubleshooting and developing modifications, substitutions, or corrections to equipment to reduce breakdowns and/or simplify repairs, servicing, or operation. Incumbent must have an extensive knowledge of electronics and apply this knowledge in the overhaul, installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of systems and numerous types of equipment. Incumbent must be able to adapt methods to install new systems with existing older systems which are not compatible in most cases. Incumbent serves as a consultant to the Design Section during the planning phases of remodeling and construction. Incumbent is responsible for the alarm systems, electrical systems and equipment throughout the facility Responsible for operating, programing, and repairing the Switzer Relays controlling our 12,000 Volt electrical distribution system. Performs circuit card repair on systems containing a combination of similar electronic components, such as, transistors, capacitors, diodes, resistors, silicone-controlled relays etc. Circuitry designed to accomplish multiple functions and are interrelated so that an inoperative circuit may impede operating performance of other circuit functions. Incumbent also repairs switching units that employ photo-sensitive and photo-multiplying cells. Incumbent must be able to read and trace out trouble in very complicated circuits. Incumbent uses a variety of test equipment and measuring devices such as signal tracer, visual-aural, fired strength meter, capacitor testers; audio-watt meter; decade resistor; oscilloscope; radio-frequency signal generators; sound level meter; digital voltomiliameter, Incumbent troubleshoots and repairs electronic systems and components when instruction manuals, wiring diagrams and technical information are not available Works from building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to plan and lay out the routing, placement, type, size, gauge, balance, load continuity, and safe operation of electrical lines, circuits, systems, equipment and controls. Installing, modifying, repairing, and maintaining electrical lines, circuits, systems and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment Determines and places distribution panels, boxes, fittings, and connections and installs wiring, couplings, conduit, relays, fixtures, transformers and other electrical devices, including electrical service entrances. Incumbent troubleshoots and repairs Lynx alarm, Velocity/Hirsch, card reader, CCTV Camera and switch/server systems. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 7am- 3:30pmTelework: Not Authorized Position Description Title/PD#: Electronics Mechanic/PD12588A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/10/2023. 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:Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairIngenuityTechnical Practices (Electrical Electronic)Test Equipment - ElectronicsTroubleshooting (Electronic Equipment)Use Hand and Power Tools - ElectronicsExperience 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: Make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, man lifts, and other hard-to-reach places. This requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carries tools, equipment, and parts weighing up to 20 pounds and, less often, up to 40 pounds. Occasionally lifts or moves with assistance, moderately heavy objects weighing more than 40 pounds

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Long Beach VA Medical Center 5901 East Seventh Street Long Beach, CA 90822 US
• Name: Derek Norman
• Phone: 562-826-8000 X5488
• Email: [email protected]