The Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic is assigned to the Maintenance and Repair Section at the Vancouver Campus of VAPORHCS. The position performs work associated with the programming, updating, repair, and installation of centralized Energy Monitoring and Control System (EMCS) which includes the Building Automation System (BAS). ** Recruitment and Relocation Incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidate **

Duties

Performs extensive control work such as checking, adjusting, installing, and modifying electronic, electric, and pneumatic controls as necessary to maintain proper control which requires extensive knowledge of system design, operation, and theory. The control work is required to maintain, install, hook up, and modify design parameters, write computer programs (including Proportional-Integral-Derivative [PID] Loops) and put into operation all types of heating (steam, natural gas, diesel), refrigeration producing cooling, and to operate and repair electronic controls for environmental controlling equipment by using the Delta Direct Digital Controls (DDC) system, (currently >280,000 real-time setpoints monitored 24/7), Viewpoint for Checkpoint refrigeration temperature monitoring (> 600 current refrigeration units), Edwards System Technologies for campus fire alarm systems, Motion Control systems (MCE) iMonitor, Schneider Electric Power Monitoring Expert (PME) campus wide electrical metering and annunciator control of Automatic transfer Switches (ATS's) and emergency generators. The incumbent also operates and maintains a complex boiler/utilities central plant system supplying high pressure and low-pressure steam for heating and sterilization purposes to all buildings on the large campus. The work involves installing new equipment as well as recognizing the cause of faults in and making repairs on a variety of equipment. Equipment worked on includes dual fuel high-pressure and low-pressure boiler systems; ancillary steam plant components and systems; laundry equipment; domestic and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning units such as walk-in and reach-in coolers, refrigerators, ice cream cabinets, deep freezers, attic and evaporative fans; and other equipment of comparable complexity including large systems for heating, cooling, humidifying, and dehumidifying. Installs, programs, and repairs systems to condition the air for different kinds of structures including those areas that have special requirements such as communication centers, data processing centers, operating rooms, laboratories, intensive care units and other areas with sensitive equipment. The systems use a variety of methods of air conditioning and refrigeration such as mechanical compression, vapor compression, absorption and multiple compressor systems. Maintains, adjusts, and programs these systems in EMCS. Applies detailed knowledge of these components, assemblies, and systems to bypass (when necessary) certain components to the major portion of EMCS system operation while performing the installation, repair, modification, or fabrication of a portion of the system. Troubleshoots major components of multiple independent and complex electronic systems that have different engineering parameters. Diagnoses trouble or defects to determine corrective action in sensors, field cabinets, control consoles, and electronic control boards in motor control centers. Disconnects and dismantles electronic controlled instruments as necessary and corrects trouble or defects by adjusting, repairing, or replacing parts or units. Works with electrically powered circuits from 24V to 480V (AC and DC) and low voltage signals such as 0-10VDC and 4-20mA. Performs all mechanical and electrical work required to maintain, repair, service and recognize the cause of faulty equipment relating to heating, refrigeration, air handling, and laundry equipment. Traces wiring, checks for broken or worn parts, checks for fluid leaks, and checks for feedback and interference issues. Checks voltage tolerances, amperage, power supplies, wave shape, frequency resonance, deflection time, decay curve, gain, balance, signal sensitivity and similar indicators against prescribed tolerances and specifications. Performs scheduled preventative maintenance in accordance with the VA and manufacturers' requirements and repairs and installs equipment. Thoroughness and quality of work performed is such that equipment failures are not due to neglected or inadequate preventative maintenance. Analyzes current preventative maintenance procedures and equipment requirements to determine the need for modification or improvement. Devises appropriate new preventative maintenance procedures and makes effective recommendations. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Rotating Shifts 5am.-1pm. or 7am.-3pm. or 9am.-5pm. Position Description Title/PD#: Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic/PD21733A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized.

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
• Pre-employment physical may be required
• 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, ability to perform Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic duties without more than normal supervision. 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. Examples of work includes: Leading work to install and put into operation major electronic control systems that are new to the activity or that are major modifications of existing systems. Maintains, repairs, modifies, troubleshoots, installs, and operates all heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems including boiler plant and state of the art laundry systems. Troubleshooting and repairing new systems during the operational tests and improvise procedures to cope with unforeseen defects. constructing interface devices and making modifications to the equipment from sketches and verbal instructions to refine the new system operations. Application of advanced electronic theory and frequent technological changes in systems. Assisting customers and team members when needed. The potential eligible are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionElectronicsEquipment Assembly, Installation, RepairIngenuityTest Equipment - ElectronicsTroubleshooting (Electrical)Use Hand and Power Tools - 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: The incumbent may be required to make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, under buildings, small, tight places, manholes, and where the systems and equipment are in hard-to-reach places. This requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions for prolonged periods. The incumbent frequently handles, lifts, carries and sets up parts with excessive weights (up to 65 lbs.). The incumbent must be able to maintain intense concentration for long periods of time.

Education

There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

Contacts

• Address VA Portland Health Care System 3710 Southwest US Veterans Hospital Road Portland, OR 97239 US
• Name: Wayne Newport
• Phone: 541-440-1000 X40116
• Email: [email protected]