The Marion, IL VA Medical Center is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to join the Engineering Service.

Duties

This position functions as a Maintenance Mechanic for the Marion VA Medical Center, Marion, IL within the Maintenance and Operations section (M&O) of the Engineering Service. In addition to the hospital, support services are provided to all, Community Based Outpatient Centers (CBOCs). Duties: Performs non-complex repairs and maintenance to air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components. Assists with troubleshooting services and repairs mechanical and electrical systems and equipment on such units as large commercial industrial air conditioning systems which provides a variety of environmental changes and industrial refrigeration units and freezers, and structures. Performs preventive maintenance and repairs by servicing equipment, changing filters and cleaning coils on window unit A/C, air compressors, fan coil units, condenser/compressor, air handlers, refrigeration equipment (industrial), package units, and appliances Performs maintenance and repair work that involves measuring, cutting, and constructing using standard building materials. Projects involve constructing, altering, repairing, and modifying framework, rafters, doors, finished paneling, windows, rough furniture, interior/exterior trim, staircases, trusses, and beams. Performs basic troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems. Identifies electrical problems, equipment requirements, and ancillary support operations required to complete identified repairs. Repairs light fixtures to include bulb, replacement, and resets circuit breakers. Performs a variety of painting maintenance and repair work including work that involves, mudding, sanding, and painting Supports the install of metal studs & steel door jambs, corner beads, base beads, bullnose heads, and installs access panels in walls and ceilings. lays out wall and floor tile and installation. Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance and repair work including work that involves removing, cleaning, replacing, and sealing defective parts of utility Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am -3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD10171A Physical Requirements: Incumbent works from ladders, scaffolding, and hydraulic platforms. Incumbent works in portions of the utility systems requiring attention that are cramped, dirty, and hard-to-reach locations. The work can involve prolonged crouching and standing and frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in exhausting and uncomfortable positions. Incumbent frequently lifts or carries tools, equipment, ladders, scaffoldings, parts, and supplies up to 50 pounds. Occasionally, the incumbent is required to lift and carry items over 50 pounds.

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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)MaterialsMeasuring InstrumentsTechnical PracticesUse 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 Marion VA Medical Center 2401 West Main Street Marion, IL 62959 US
• Name: David Orozco
• Phone: 361-905-3700
• Email: [email protected]