This Industrial Equipment Mechanic Leader position is within the Facility Management service of the VA Eastern Colorado Healthcare System at Aurora, CO and serves as a working leader. This position reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance and Repair (M&R). The primary purpose of the position is to perform preventative maintenance, repairs, installations, tests, and safety inspections on mechanical equipment, some of which may have electronic and/or battery components.

Duties

Major duties include but are not limited to: Possessing and maintaining a valid, unrestricted Driver's License. Ensures that needed plans, blueprints, material, and tools are available, and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations. Checks instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, and advises other employees how to follow supervisor's instructions and to meet deadlines. Demonstrates proper work methods. Answers workers' questions regarding procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives (e.g., standard operating procedures). Obtains needed information or decision from the supervisor on problems that come up during the work. Ensures subordinates complete recurring preventive maintenance schedules and follow safety rules and practices. Plans and completes repairs, installation, and maintenance of industrial equipment. Works along with other multidisciplinary teams to include but not limited to: industrial equipment mechanics, electricians, plumbers, pipefitters, heating ventilation air conditioning mechanics, refrigeration mechanics, maintenance mechanics, painters, carpenters, boiler operators, and control mechanics. Supports other functions encompassing the FMS mission for maintenance and operations of the facility. Fabricates replacement parts for equipment and special projects. Cuts and welds metals to make or repair items such as braces and hangers. Examines equipment and appliances to determine the economic feasibility of repair versus replacement and makes recommendations to supervisor. Demonstrates appropriate technical expertise required for successful, independent maintenance, and repair of assigned equipment. Reads and interprets blueprints, technical manuals, diagrams, and instructions. Maintains inventory of tools and supplies; responsible for keeping the workplace, tools, equipment, and materials clean, orderly, and secure and for maintaining proper records of time and material expended. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Industrial Equipment Mechanic Leader/PD13366-O Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/03/2023. 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: Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)Ability to Lead or SuperviseAbility to Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)Troubleshooting 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/Working Conditions: The incumbent performs tasks normally requiring moderate physical exertion, including frequent medium lifting of up to 40 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, and negotiation confined spaces, subbasements, and interstitial spaces. Incumbent frequently works off high ladders, scaffolds, and platforms. Heavy lifting over 40 pounds and strenuous exertion is occasionally performed. The incumbent must regularly lift and align parts requiring considerable strength and agility from awkward positions. The incumbent is standing or walking most of the time and must be in good overall physical condition.

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: Sergio Ayala
• Phone: 316-685-2221 X50777
• Email: [email protected]