**Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be authorized for highly qualified applicant** This position serves as an Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic within the Engineering at the VA Medical Center in Fargo, ND. The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, performing preventative maintenance and repairing all HVAC&R (heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration) equipment and controls.

Duties

Duties for this position include but are not limited to the following: Performs all Journeyman level necessary repairs, preventative maintenance and installation of all HV AC items, heating equipment, refrigeration equipment, food service equipment, laundry equipment and other specialty equipment within the Medical Center and support buildings. Perform Journeyman level trouble shooting of HVAC systems, refrigerant systems, chilled water systems, hydronic heating systems, etc. Perform Journeyman level brazing and soldering of copper piping materials for refrigeration piping, coil repairs, etc., and repairs of other alloyed materials. must be licensed in the maintenance practices of adding refrigerant and removal of refrigerant for refrigeration systems to. include, but not limited to, the following refrigerants: R-22, 407C, MP39, 410A, 401A, 401B, 404A, 402A, R-416A, etc. Incumbent must understand and be able maintain different refrigerant oil levels in a system. Incumbent will be responsible for maintaining a refrigerant log per VA standards and requirements. Repairing, troubleshooting, maintaining and installing air conditioning equipment in the hospital and ancillary buildings. Installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining refrigerators, freezers and ice machines, including those utilized for patient food and drugs, laboratory specimens and blood products. Operating and repairing all aspects of the environmental control system to include adding and removing points in the system, building graphics, modifying and troubleshooting programing, repairing and replacing sensors, actuators and other control devices, and repairing and replacing LAN devices such as terminal equipment controllers. Troubleshooting, diagnosing and making repairs to a large variety of equipment and systems that provide a variety of air-conditioning functions, such as heating, cooling, humidification, dehumidification and air cleaning, filtering and circulating. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD40210A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: May beAuthorized Critical Skills Incentive: This occupation is currently approved for a Veterans Health Administration enterprise-wide Critical Skills Incentive through 9/21/2024. Candidates may be eligible for a lump sum CSI for a pro-rated amount if onboard prior to the CSI expiration date. Eligible candidates will be required to sign a service agreement agreeing to an obligated service period and failure to complete the obligated service period may result in a debt for the unearned portion of the CSI. Bargaining Unit Position: Yes, AGFE/1272 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Physical Requirements: Work is accomplished throughout the Medical Center physical plant, both inside and outdoors. Incumbent must be able to reach any and all places as necessary to view and inspect all equipment and component parts. Duties require standing, stooping, bending, walking, kneeling, crawling, and unusual and cramped positions on a continual basis. Work is performed from ladders, scaffolding and aerial lift platforms. Occasionally may lift objects weighing over 50pounds.Physical exertion related to actions such as lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects for varying weights, sizes and shapes. Physical effort related to movements such as walking, running, climbing, crawling and bending. Strain related to lack of movement such as standing in place, crouching or stooping for extended periods of time. Working Conditions: Frequently exposed to hazards including moving objects, elevation, high and low voltage conductors and components, operating machines, toxic fumes, high and low temperatures, etc., for short durations. Subject to injuries such as cuts, bums, electrical shock, falls, bruises, etc. Work is performed inside and outside and may be performed in inclement weather. Outside work is regulated to avoid the inclement weather if possible. All work is governed by VA Safety Guidelines and PPE requirements. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• You may be required to 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 Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel
• Pre-employment physical required
• OSHA 10 hour certification is required, which may be obtained post hire.
• Valid State driver license

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Opening Date: November 20, 2023 Closing Date: December 20, 2023 First Cut-Off Date: December 4, 2023 NOTE: This announcement has an extended open period, qualified candidates will be referred by cut-off dates. Eligible applications received after December 4, 2023 will be referred at regular intervals until position is filled. Final application disposition will be completed at the end of the open period stated in the announcement. Applications submitted after December 4, 2023, may not receive consideration if the position is filled. EPA CERTIFICATION: In accordance with 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F, EPA, people working in this type of position must have and maintain proper EPA Certifications for working with refrigerants. You must have these EPA Certification Types I, II and III in order to meet the requirements of this position. 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)MaterialsTechnical PracticesTroubleshootingUse 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 Fargo VA Medical Center 2101 Elm Street Fargo, ND 58102 US
• Name: Barbara Jones
• Phone: (701) 239-3700 X3650
• Email: [email protected]