This Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for numerous types of equipment found at the facility and having the ability to repair both mechanical and electrical devices within that piece of equipment. Equipment includes but not limited to automatic doors operators, laundry equipment, dietetic equipment, compressors, AC/DC motors, electrical/gas/diesel generators, elevators, variable frequency drive systems, and pneumatic control systems.

Duties

Major duties: The work includes mechanical ability to follow proper procedures and techniques to disassemble, test, troubleshoot, modify, and repair and fireplace defective parts and components. Removing, replacing, tightening, and splicing defective wiring, controls, switches, relays and electrical/electronic components. Refers to blueprints, schematics, engineering and manufacturers' specification, wiring diagrams and other such controlling criteria, if available, that indicate the nature of the repair or installation to be made and uses a variety of test equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, flow meters, feelers, depth tension and spring gauges, micrometers and dial indicators. Make adjustments set cams or other controls, and perform operational tests of items for specified performance characteristics such as torque, force, voltage, and current consumption or to detect excessive vibration, overheating, surge or drag. Skilled in setting up and operating machine tools such as small lathes, milling machines, drill presses, welding, and sheet metal bending tools to manufacture components parts or remachine existing parts. Plan the sequence of the work, make determinations concerning the feasibility of repairing the equipment, Work Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

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. Your experience must show evidence of, but is not limited to, the mechanical ability to follow proper procedures and techniques to disassemble, test, troubleshoot, modify, and repair and fireplace defective parts and components. Including removing, replacing, tightening, and splicing defective wiring, controls, switches, relays and electrical/electronic components; Knowledge of equipment includes but not limited to automatic doors operators, laundry equipment, dietetic equipment, compressors, AC/DC motors, electrical/gas/diesel generators, elevators, variable frequency drive systems, and pneumatic control systems; Ability to refer to blueprints, schematics, engineering and manufacturers' specification, wiring diagrams and other such controlling criteria, if available, that indicate the nature of the repair or installation to be made and uses a variety of test equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters, flow meters, feelers, depth tension and spring gauges, micrometers and dial indicators; Knowledge to make adjustments, set cams or other controls, and perform operational tests of items for specified performance characteristics such as torque, force, voltage, and current consumption or to detect excessive vibration, overheating, surge or drag; and may be skilled in setting up and operating machine tools such as small lathes, milling machines, drill presses, welding, and sheet metal bending tools to manufacture components parts or re-machine existing parts. 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. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Customer Service (Clerical/Technical)Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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: Incumbent frequently required to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods and bend, stoop, and work in tiring and sometimes uncomfortable positions. They frequently lift and carry, unassisted, items that weigh up to 18 Kilograms (40 pounds). They are sometimes required to lift and move heavier items with the help of weigh handling equipment or with assistance from other workers. Working Conditions: Incumbent typically work in well lighted heated, and ventilated areas. They are subject to cuts, burns, chemical irritations, strains, electrical shock, and abrasions while repairing and handling equipment. They are exposed to unpleasant conditions from dirt, solvents, fuel, fumes, oil, and grease. They follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as ear plugs, face shields, gloves, hard hats, glasses, and safety shoes. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Contacts

• Address Tomah VA Medical Center 500 East Veterans Street Tomah, WI 54660 US
• Name: Joseph Tourek
• Email: [email protected]