This position is located at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System within the Facilities Management service line. The employee will perform the full range of mechanical duties, including inspection, maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification, and fabrication of VA-owned gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.

Duties

Major duties listed but not limited to: Order parts and materials to maintain stock for efficient operation and effective preventive maintenance of VA equipment Design and build modifications or alterations to existing equipment as needed Make repairs to major components and assemblies, such as engines, transmissions, and differentials Repairs electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other nonmechanical systems which have a functional relationship and effect on the operation of mechanical systems Uses a wide variety of test equipment such as test panels, dynameters, oscilloscopes, and exhaust analyzers, as well as visual and listening checks to trouble-shoot (trace and locate) defects and determine the type and extent of repair needed Aligns, meshes, and connects repaired units to related mechanisms, for example, the engine and related clutch mechanism Hooks up fuel, oil, hydraulic, and electrical systems to repaired units, and adjusts to assure proper operation of units Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (work hours may be further discussed during the interview) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Position Description Title/PD#: Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic/PD608090 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized 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

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/12/2024. 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. Related experience includes but not limited to: perform mechanical duties to include inspection, maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification and fabrication of gasoline and diesel powered vehicles and equipment; operate various shop equipment such as drill press, engine lathe, electrical test equipment and measuring tools; check, inspect and service equipment by changing the oil, greasing, checking batteries and electrical systems; and plan the daily sequence of maintenance operations as they pertain to the mechanic shop. 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 Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)TroubleshootingUse of Measuring Instruments 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. Makes repairs while the vehicle is overhead, and where the parts worked on are in hard-to-reach places. This requires the incumbent to stand stoop, bend, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts parts and equipment that weigh up to 20 pounds. Occasionally he may lift or carry items that weigh about 50 pounds. Working Conditions: Works inside where it is drafty and noisy, and fumes from vehicles are usually present. Must frequently stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time. There are times when employee must crawl under vehicles and make repairs while on hard, usually damp, surfaces. Occasionally required to perform repairs outside, sometimes in bad weather. Dirt, dust, and grease are always present. Vehicle fluids, such as battery acids and hydraulic fluids, may cause burns or irritate the skin. There is frequent exposure to the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, and strains.

Education

There is no educational substitution.

Contacts

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