The incumbent of this position is an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic in the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Section of Facilities Management Service (FMS). It performs above the journeyman level work in the maintenance, repair, programming, and operation of air conditioning, DDC controls, ventilation, and refrigeration equipment located at this Medical center. These systems are vital in the treatment, comfort and safety of the patients and staff of the Medical Center.

Duties

Duties and Responsibilities: Works on highly complex systems of electronic sensing and control. Installs, maintains, repairs, programs and operates the campus wide Building Automation System (BAS),Solely responsible for the entire integrated BAS network. Responsible for programming, integration of components, interfacing, security, troubleshooting, and updating. Knowledge of logic circuits, of electronic amplification, and control circuits, and of complex electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic systems. Must be well grounded in the environmental control processes to be accomplished by the equipment on which they work in order to properly test and coordinate the various positions of the system. Observes and interprets data generated by the Medical Center's BAS and adjusts and repairs equipment to ensure optimum efficiency and maximize energy usage Understand and utilize environmental monitoring and-control systems that use special purpose, dedicated computers to store operating parameters and initiate adjustments. Have general knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration equipment and processes such as heating, cooling, humidification, dehumidification, steam, hot water, chilled water, filtration, etc. Supports the HVAC shop and shall assist in maintenance and repairs within the Air Conditioning section. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 3:00PM - 11:30PM. Position Description Title/PD#: Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic/PD038430 Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be able to stand for long periods of time, work in confined or awkward/cramped spaces, able to adapt to heat, cold and dampness. Employee must be able to lift a minimum of fifty pounds as he/she will be required to frequently carry and set up parts and equipment up to the fifty pounds. Duties actively involve climbing, pulling, kneeling, bending, and walking for prolong periods. Employee works inside; outside and is exposed to possible cuts, bruises, electric shock, and burns. Working Conditions: The incumbent may be subjected to adverse conditions such as heat, cold, noise moisture, electrical or health hazards associated with a health care facility. Incumbent is required to work occasionally outside on top of tall buildings, in drafty small spaces.

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, RepairMaterialsProduction Support ServiceUse 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 requirement.

Contacts

• Address Louis A Johnson VA Medical Center 1 Medical Center Drive Clarksburg, WV 26301 US
• Name: Laneice Detty
• Phone: 7402539273
• Email: [email protected]