This Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic position is in Facilities Management services at the White River Junction VA Medical Center, located at the White River Junction, Vermont location. This position is full-time at 40 hours per week.

Duties

The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic works as a mechanic, to perform the full scope of operations, maintenance, repair of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Duties include but are not limited to: Performs the repair, minor overhaul, maintenance and servicing of integrated industrial and laboratory reach-in and walk-in refrigerators; cold room equipment, works on single, dual, multi-stage reciprocating-type Freon refrigeration systems; centrifugal chillers; low temperature cascade systems, HVAC units; complex control and distribution systems; and other related equipment. Regulate equipment and systems to meet temperature criteria requirements. Diagnoses and locates malfunctions; disassembles and repairs or replaces and/or adjusts thermostats, pressure stats, humidistat, relays, switches, other electronic and pneumatic automatic control devices, includes pneumatic control compressors and related components. Services and repairs evaporators, condensers, and receivers; repacks valves; replaces electric motors, belts, and pulleys; lubricates moving parts, replaces refrigerants; tests for leaks and checks for excessive load conditions. Performs soldering and brazing in connection with the repair of leaks or installation of system components. Uses all hand tools, test equipment, instruments and shop machines. Observes all safety rules and regulations. Attends all required Safety, Industrial Hygiene and other designated training courses provided at intervals specified. Wears assigned personal protective equipment. Operates and monitors refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Makes adjustments and repairs as necessary to maintain set temperatures on refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Repair building heating systems such as unit heaters, window units, and other heating systems used at this facility. Documents work accomplished, inspections and other assignments using appropriate formats and forms. Applies conventional technical solutions and practices to a variety of problems. Performs additional duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Air Condition Equipment Mechanic/PD00403A Retention Incentive: Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure: Not Required Notifications: This position is an AFGE Bargaining Unit position. This position is in the Competitive Service. This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay. Physical Requirements: The work required of the incumbent necessitates standing for long periods of time, stooping, bending and frequently working in cramped and awkward positions for prolonged periods. Must be able to lift objects in excess of forty (40) pounds. Incumbent must have good eyesight, depth and color perception, use of all limbs, is able to walk, crawl, climb and squat. Working Conditions: The incumbent will perform work inside and outside. He is subject to the possibility of cuts, bruises, extreme heat or cold, noise, scrapes, burns and exposure to refrigerant gases (freon). Incumbent is exposed to the danger of electric shock and may be required to work in contaminated and contagious areas with contaminated equipment. Work is frequently dirty and greasy.

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
• 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 Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.

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 White River Junction VA Medical Center 215 North Main St. White River Jct., VT 05009 US
• Name: Jessica Steed
• Phone: (802) 295-9363 X2021
• Email: [email protected]