The Electronic Controls Mechanic Leader works on new installations, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, major modifications and calibration of highly complex electronic controls and indicating and recording systems used within infrastructure, equipment, machinery, engines, and motors, in a hospital setting using energy monitoring and control systems. This position is located in the Controls Shop section of Facilities Management Service at the Syracuse VA Medical Center.

Duties

Operates/Maintains/Repairs Computer Based Building Automation System Primary responsibility for the Medical Center's pneumatic and electric/electronic/control monitoring and HVAC control systems and preventative maintenance programs. Demonstrates expertise and extensive knowledge of the Johnson Controls Metasys Building Automation System, programs control software, and modifies and makes changes to graphics. The mechanic troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and relocates equipment to provide the specific climate controls for laboratories, patient rooms, surgical areas and operating rooms that require special humidity and temperature controls to meet extensive VA specifications. Diagnoses and repairs complex electronic control system malfunctions. He/she provides sketches of field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings. Consults with manufacturing technical representatives and considers their recommendations on special applications. Sets up schedules to inspect control systems and uses own judgment to adjust, repair or replace component parts of the systems. Calibrates individual control components and adjusts components in the proper sequence of operation to achieve a desired control application. Verifies component device output at the unit for receipt of proper transmitter inputs and verifies proper signal to the main control center (Johnson Controls ADX Main Server) and two EA browser stations. Schedules resetting of hot and cold water temperatures, cycling of water chillers, valve arrangements, pumps and air handling systems according to peak load demands in the interest of energy conservation. Installs, programs and troubleshoots network automation engines, network control engines, xtm's and iom's program the advance graphics application and imports and converts graphics to the user interface. Programs and installs analog indicators, analog inputs, analog outputs, binary inputs, binary outputs and unitary controllers on field equipment such as fans, coils, pumps, hot and cold water stations, motor starters, current sensors, differential pressure sensors, flow switches, damper motors, control valves, water chillers, cooling towers, steam valves etc. Modifies the Johnson Controls Systems, maintains record of changes, and implements design changes to meet specific requirements for efficient and economical operation of Chiller Plant equipment and air-conditioning systems such as long term storage and decentralized programming (allowing the building control system to be operated from a remote site) to allow field repairs/programming on equipment not readily accessible (such as rooftops, ceilings, and crawl spaces) Performs air balance operations and maintains records of air flow measures in distribution systems. Sets up VAV systems for the control/monitoring of negative and positive pressure rooms. Assumes the role of System Security Administrator issuing passwords and roles, granting system access permissions and building security administrator database in the site director, perform backup of data. Meets regularly with Carelines to become familiar with operating problems, to provide updates on outstanding issues and to recommend system enhancements, upgrades, and or repairs. Responsible for work performance of co-workers assigned to incumbent who consist of (3) WG-2606-11 Electronic Industrial Control Mechanics. Passing onto the other Controls personnel the instructions received from the Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist and getting work started, assigning the immediate tasks to be performed by the individual members of the group. Issues assignments for work processes that are varied and routine. Insuring that preventive maintenance is performed as regularly scheduled, checking equipment to its status and condition. Responsible for all Lock/Out and Tag/Out, safety and housekeeping policies and procedures are followed. Adjusts workloads, reviews work orders and P.M. schedules and prioritizes each. Advises other workers to follow instructions and meet deadlines received from the Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist. Assuring all documentation for equipment P.M's utility and equipment alarm testing is completed as set in the FMS policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 0700 -15:30 Position Description Title/PD#: Elect Indust Control Mech Leader/PD016240

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. Physical Requirements: Work assignments require moderate physical effort when moving equipment, assembling and installing the various units, and carrying tools and parts. He/she lifts, carries, handles, etc. items weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally more. Work may be performed in tiring positions (standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders) and is also performed in a sitting position for extended periods. Working Conditions: The Leader's work is performed inside in well lighted, heated, and ventilated areas. However, it also requires performing work on ladders to reach ceilings, down in crawl spaces or through small openings. He/she is exposed to a wide range of temperature extremes, both indoors and outdoors. Work areas are noisy (ear protection required) around all types of operating equipment and incumbent is exposed to dust, dirt, oil, refrigerants, chemicals for routine maintenance such as solvents, coil cleaners and cooling tower water treatment. Incumbent must understand universal precautions and observe all safety procedures for a safe working environment and use protective gear. He/she is subject to injuries, such as electric shock, cuts and bruises, as well as burns caused by electrical energy or soldering irons. 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: ElectronicsEquipment Assembly, Installation, RepairIngenuityTest Equipment - ElectronicsTroubleshooting (Electronic Equipment)Use Hand and Power Tools - ElectronicsWithout 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 Syracuse VA Medical Center 800 Irving Ave Syracuse, NY 13210 US
• Name: Angela Johnson
• Phone: 518-626-6155
• Email: [email protected]