The major function of this position is to exercise full supervisory responsibility for control over work operations involving subordinate workers and assisting with work during emergencies and tight timeline requirements. The incumbent performs duties in Prosthetics and Sensory Aids Service (PSAS) Must have knowledge and experience in testing, diagnosis, preventative maintenance and the repairing of hospitals scooters, walkers and all wheelchairs to care/support wounded and disabled Veterans.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: Supervisory Duties: Responsible for supervising workers directly in accomplishing tasks related to electrical equipment repairs. Coordinates and set priorities and time limits that result in the efficient and productive operation of the clinic and day-to-day operational management of the Electrical Equipment Repair Section, which includes scheduled repair, walk-in, and assembly clinics. Serves as the facility subject area expert for Electrical Equipment Repair Section and provides technical and administrative supervision. Will supervise three (or more) employees - WG-2854-09. Perform supervisory duties which includes, Time Management, leave programs, Interviews and selects candidates, resolves employee conflicts, recommends promotions, special advancements for performance or achievement, conducts performance appraisal and evaluations, administers and enforce personnel management rules, regulations, procedures, counsels employees and initiates disciplinary action as needed, and adjusts workload and develops performance measures. Non-Supervisory Duties: Establishes work methods and procedures to test, diagnose and repair all electric/electronic components associated with motorized wheelchairs and electric-motorized 3 and 4-wheel carts that are out of factory warranty. Repairs and maintains all components of an electric wheelchair and cart to include the supporting battery charger units. Make repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, tightening, splicing, insulating and soldering defective wiring, controls, motors, power modules including intricate printed circuits, replacement of switches, relays, micro-chips, and fuses. Assembles, energizes, adjusts and tests new power wheelchairs before issuance to severely handicapped patients and accomplishes necessary modifications for hand or chin controls, various supportive or restrictive devices such as straps, belts and postural supports for maximum benefit to the patient in the operations of the power wheelchair. Ensure good working condition of all items of equipment and tools used in performance of these duties. Must ensure that adequate equipment and tools are on hand to assure the capability to repair all updated components of the power/manual wheelchairs and carts. Responsible for initiating, developing and assigning storage areas and criteria for proper inventory management. Sets the overall guidelines for warehousing techniques including space utilization, cleanliness, stock rotation and safety precautions. Responsible for purchasing and maintaining adequate inventory of components on hand to allow repairs to be accomplished without undue delays. Work Schedule: Monday-Fridays 7:00am to 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrical Equipment Repairer Supervisor/PD14039-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/06/2023. 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: Electrical EquipmentLead or SupervisePlan and organize workShop Practices 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: Incumbent will be required to perform maintenance, repairs, and cleaning which require bending and stooping for prolonged periods of time. Assist Veterans and others with loading and unloading wheelchairs delivered to the wheelchair repair shop for repairs. Lifts and carries lead-acid batteries. Often lifts and carries items weighing up to 40lbs. Working Conditions: Work is performed in the wheelchair repair shop of the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service which is well lit, heated, and ventilated. OSHA safety regulations and precautions (i.e. safety shoes, ear plugs, gloves, and safety goggles) must be followed regarding the equipment used and the shop environment. Environment may consist of, but not limited to dirt, grease, oil, fumes, and solvents. The incumbent may be subject to cuts, burns, chemical irritations, and electrical shock.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Eastern Colorado HCS Denver 13611 E. Colfax Ave Aurora, CO 80045 US
• Name: Maximino Padua
• Phone: 801-584-1284 X2215
• Email: [email protected]