The position is assigned to the Air Conditioning (A/C) shop within the Maintenance Division of Facilities Engineering Service at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. The employee performs duties to carry out preventive maintenance, design, installation, modification, repair, alignment, calibration and overhaul of systems and equipment at the VA Medical Center.

Duties

Major duties listed but not limited to: Work independently on highly complex systems of electronic sensing and control Create or modify programming sequences and control schemes for a wide variety of equipment through a building automation computer control system (BAS) Troubleshoot systems through computerized network, schematics, equipment manuals or various testing methods on the actual equipment Perform the repairs and technical abilities to recommission the system or equipment prior to returning it to service Adjust and maintain the central chilled water and steam systems that supply heating and cooling for the main hospital Assist contractors with shutdowns and isolation of heating, cooling and interrelated systems for remodels or maintenance repairs to ensure safety and comfort of patients and ensuring equipment or systems are not damaged in the process Train coworkers on lower level electronics or controls related repair tasks Troubleshoot and repair of walk-in coolers and freezers, ultralow freezers and refrigerators, chilled water distribution systems, glycol direct expansion snow melt heating systems and associated pumps and motors, air conditioning systems, air handling units and building perimeter reheat systems Provide technical expertise with logic circuits, electronic amplification and control circuits, and complex electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic systems Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (work hours may be further discussed during the interview) Position Description Title/PD#: Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic/PD60541A Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required Bargaining Unit Position: Yes, AFGE/1272 The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

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
• Selected applicants may be subject to a pre-employment physical or evaluation
• 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. To be found at least minimally qualified for the position of Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic WG-11 level, your application and supporting documents must demonstrate the critical knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential for satisfactory job performance. For this position, you must have the you have the ability to do the work without more than normal supervision in performing the full range of duties. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include but are not limited to: provide technical expertise with heating and air conditioning, plumbing and electrical systems; interpret engineering drawings that combine electrical and electronic schematics, logic diagrams, and mechanical drawings; utilize various hand and power tools such as multi-meters, frequency counters, temperature sensors, hygrometers, anemometers; and perform preventive maintenance, installation, repair and/or overhaul of systems and complex electronics equipment. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Use Hand and Power Tools (Electronics)Ingenuity (Ability to Suggest and Apply New Methods)Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.Theory of ElectronicsTroubleshooting (Electronic Equipment)Use of Test Equipment: Electronics 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: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Working Conditions: The work is primarily indoors in a well-lighted, heated and ventilated shop area or building, but at times can be subjected to working outside for several hours in inclement weather conditions. Occasionally, the incumbent is exposed to the possibility of burns, cuts, electric shock, falls from a ladder and other normal hazards associated with working around machinery and confined spaces.

Education

There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Minneapolis VA Medical Center One Veterans Drive Minneapolis, MN 55417 US
• Name: Kara Grieser
• Phone: (320) 252-1670 X7151
• Email: [email protected]