This position is located in the Mechanical Unit of the Engineering Section/Service Line at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center in Canandaigua, NY. The incumbent has skill in the troubleshooting and repair of minor electrical problems and maintenance, repair or installation of mechanical systems, including steam heat, chilled water, hot water heating, domestic water systems, fire sprinkler piping, medical gas systems for air, oxygen or vacuum, and applications with large air handling equipment.

Duties

Installs, Modifies, Repairs Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems Maintains large centrifugal chilled water compressors, air cooled chilled water units, and large air handling equipment (including centrifugal, reciprocating, geared or rotary pump) and is skilled in working with complicated motor, controls, relays, special protection controls for overload or overheating, etc. Performs the overhaul, installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of various types of air conditioning equipment Utilizes the energy management control system in the information and command modes to operate equipment and when in override for the ability to troubleshoot HVAC systems. Installs, Modifies, Repairs High Pressure Piping Systems Installs, modifies, repairs, and maintains high temperature water and high-pressure piping systems such as hydraulic, nitrogen, oxygen, and steam. Installs and repairs such items as steam generators, vacuum, air and water pumps, radiators, automatic and manual valves and flash and expansion tanks. Plans out system routes, places and cuts route openings, installs regulating devices, and places hangers for proper pitch and elevation. Determines and installs risers, laterals, branch lines, expansion joints, pumps, gauges, and pressure regulators in the combination needed to support the pressures of the systems and that ensure the proper operation of the systems. Reads and interprets blueprints, layout sketches, manufacturers' literature and specifications for sizing, estimating, installing, and repairing new or existing piping systems. Replaces sections of pipe, repairs steam traps and relief and control valves. Cuts, threads, and joins pipes by using various fittings, flanges, screwing, bolting, brazing, gluing, fusing and soldering to include PVC, Fernco fittings and no hub connections. Tests systems and equipment for proper operation, circulation, flow, pressure, and leak-free joints. Traces and troubleshoots pipe lines, systems, and equipment to locate and repair leaks and trouble spots. Performs safety and preventive maintenance inspections of systems and equipment. Minor Electrical Repairs Tests, troubleshoots, and repairs defects or problems associated with the completition of repairs and installations of electrical components associated with HVAC equipment; such as fans, motors, and air handlers. Work will include low voltage and medium voltage electrical systems. Removes, replaces, tightens, splices, solders, and insulates defective wiring, controls, equipment, and fixtures Locates broken, worn, damaged, or poorly operating wiring, controls, and equipment through visual check or through use of a small variety of test equipment. Obtains materials to complete and correct work orders. Uses building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to ensure the safe operation of equipment and controls. Follows schematic drawings that provide the exact work specifications Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Compressed tour available - tour discussed during interview process Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic (HVAC)/PD08493A Physical Requirements: Makes repairs and installations using ladders, scaffolding, in crawl spaces, and on platforms, where the systems and equipment worked on are in hard-to-reach places. Stands, stoops, bends, kneels, climbs and works in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently handles, lifts, carries, and sets up parts, tools, and equipment that weigh up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds). Occasionally, lifts and carry items that weigh over 23 kilograms (50 pounds).

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

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: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)Ability to Plan and Organize WorkDexterity and Safety 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

There are no education requirements at this level.

Contacts

• Address Canandaigua VA Medical Center 400 Fort Hill Ave Canandaigua, NY 14424 US
• Name: Angela Johnson
• Phone: 518-626-6155
• Email: [email protected]