The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic will work in the Facilities Management Service at the Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining, repairing, installing, and modifying complex air conditioning, heating, and ventilating (HVAC) equipment and systems.

Duties

Major duties include, but are not limited to: Troubleshooting, diagnosing, replacing, repairing, and evaluating the HVAC systems and its subsystems and components by use of multimeters, logic diagrams, as-built electronic control drawings, electronic schematics, and manufacturer's literature. Constantly alert to analyzing a failure and defining the precise cause and distinct location of the failure in all subsystems. Performing maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repairs of domestic and commercial refrigeration equipment and systems such as walk-in coolers, refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, cascade refrigeration systems, ultra-lows freezers, computer room equipment i.e.: (UEBERT), water coolers, etc., and a variety of Canteen cafeteria and Nutrition and Food Service main kitchen equipment. Interpreting engineering drawings which combine electrical and electronic schematics, logic diagrams, and mechanical drawings in order to trace signal flow throughout the system while troubleshooting malfunctions of complex systems and subsystems. Utilizing principles and theories of air conditioning, refrigeration and pneumatic controls, such as the refrigeration cycle, heat transfer laws, the use of refrigerant tables; how to calculate air flow, and the pressure temperature characteristics for the different systems in order to locate and repair faulty equipment swiftly. Making judgements and decisions regarding technical procedures and techniques. Judging the impact of repairs, adjustments, etc., on related devices and equipment of systems serviced. Interpreting work requests, assignments, and priorities. Completing job and equipment maintenance records. Assembling lists of materials and supplies needed for assigned work and drafts purchase requests. Assessing needs and writing clear work descriptions and accurately accounts for time and materials used. Providing technical instruction, directing, and guiding lower grade or less experienced workers in skilled work methods and procedures when working together or receiving on-the-job training. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD00053A Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit and have the ability to be on their feet for long periods of time. Frequently carrying and setting up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. Hoists, holders, and pulleys are operated when removing units such as large compressors, condensers, and chillers. Making repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms where the parts of systems are frequently in hard-to-reach places; therefore, frequently stretching, bending, and kneeling long periods of time.

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)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 Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1601 Southwest Archer Road Gainesville, FL 32608 US
• Name: Sarah Brown
• Phone: 4076318455
• Email: [email protected]