The primary purpose of the position is to serve as a working Leader for the Maintenance Department aligned under the Maintenance and Utilities Section of the Maintenance and Operations of Engineering Service at the Atlanta VA Medical Center, a campus style facility consisting of 26 acres with 4 major buildings. This department performs a variety of maintenance tasks throughout the hospital to carry out the mission of Engineering Service.

Duties

Major Duties: The incumbent will perform tasks that result in the efficient and productive operation of the facility unit that consists of Zone Maintenance Workers and Painters. The incumbent will manages the daily activity of the Maintenance department. Assigns staff to perform visual examination of areas of the Medical Center by conducting inspections to determine the need for maintenance and repair work on systems, structures and equipment within the area/zone assigned. Initiates electronic work orders to document identified and corrected deficiencies. Identify the types of work required which includes: installation, troubleshooting and maintenance repair of electrical systems, lighting systems, motors, and other electrical equipment; installation, troubleshooting and maintenance repair of plumbing systems and equipment, including valves, strainers, traps, pipping, etc.; installation, maintenance and repair of finishes on a wide variety of materials, including ceilings, floors, walls, etc.; preventive maintenance (PM's) on air conditioning systems, including thermostat adjustment and repair, checking air flow and environmental conditions (temperature and humidity), etc.; installation of new items in any of the areas of plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting/plastering. Troubleshoots and repairs a variety of leaks such as ceiling and roof leaks. Incumbent will Lead and manages the Maintenance Work by making independent judgments in deciding when and how to do the work and what duties to assign to each employee. Incumbent will prepare daily work schedules and assign duties to employees based on skill and knowledge in order to accomplish work in an efficient manner. Incumbent will report to supervisor on status and progress of work being performed, be it small projects, status of work orders or regular operations of Maintenance Mechanic Section. Incumbent will insure the employees under his/her leadership adheres to assigned work schedules, breaks, lunch, etc. in the performance of their duties. Checks and maintains the preventive maintenance work sheets weekly to ensure work is being performed according to schedules. Incumbent furnishes instructions, demonstrates proper workmanship, works with, advises, and orders parts, materials, and equipment for the general maintenance craft (Zone Maintenance), which includes carpentry, locksmith, painting, masonry, electrical and air conditioning. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic Leader/PD111280 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Required Physical Requirements: Incumbent be required to bend, stoop and stand in cramped positions to perform duties. The incumbent may be asked to lift items weighing more than 50 pounds. Incumbent may be required to climb ladders, platforms and scaffolding.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• 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
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

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: Attention to DetailCreative ThinkingIntegrity/HonestyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Lead or SuperviseOral CommunicationTechnical 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.

Education

Not Applicable

Contacts

• Address Atlanta VA Medical Center 1670 Clairmont Road Decatur, GA 30033 US
• Name: Lynn Rixmann
• Phone: 704-245-8346
• Email: [email protected]