About the Position: This position is located in Tacoma, Washington. Tacoma is a diverse city nestled between Seattle and the state capital of Olympia. Tacoma is located on the shores of Commencement Bay, within pristine eyesight of Mount Rainier. World-class museums, hotels and theaters draw thousands to downtown Tacoma while the shores of the Puget Sound and Mount Rainier inspire outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy the mild climate.

Duties

Maintain, repair and overhaul refrigeration units. Use Building Automation System (BAS) to optimize and troubleshoot Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment. Utilizes proprietary software to configure, calibrate and commission HVAC equipment. Troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment in large air conditioning units. Replaces or repairs component parts of compressors clean solenoids and metering devices and checks fan motors. Use HVAC –PRO to calibrate air flow and programs required offsets and gains in order to correct flow readings. Operate government motor vehicles weighing up to 1 ton plus high lifts in performance of work, occasionally operates forklifts up to 6,000 pounds.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health AND ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 75 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• Immunization screening may be required.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain an EPA universal refrigerant certification prior to hire.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Skill in recognizing the causes of faulty equipment and making repairs on a variety of domestic and commercial refrigeration and air conditioning units and systems such as walk-in and reach-in coolers, refrigerators, ice cream cabinets, deep freezers, evaporative coolers, attic and evaporative fans, and other equipment of comparable complexity. Ability to apply knowledge of the principles and theories of the refrigeration cycle, temperature measurement, the properties of several refrigerants, and the knowledge of the construction and operation of a variety of domestic units and systems. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. ??????? This position requires a current EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification. 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.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)Troubleshooting PHYSICAL EFFORT: Stoops, stretches, bends, kneel for long periods of time and works in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Equipment worked on is large and must be moved in and out of specific locations. Frequently sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 75 pounds and occasionally heavier. Weight handling equipment is available when handling large units. Ladders scaffolds and platforms may be used when working on large systems or roofs. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside and outside in all weather and in mechanical rooms having extreme temperatures. Exposed to possibility of broken bones from falls from ladders and scaffolds. Exposed to possibility injury from electrical current. Exposed to cleaning chemicals and asbestos. Required wearing respirator and be fit tested.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address JT-DHA-DD83DE DHA PUGET SOUND MKT-MADIGAN DO NOT MAIL Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA 98431 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk