The Equipment Servicer position is located within Environmental Management Services (EMS) in Fargo, ND, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center. The position, functions as Equipment Services with primary responsibility to maintain such equipment as waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, power scrubbing machines, and wall washing machines. The work includes disassembling, making minor repairs, cleaning, oiling, and greasing equipment and replacing worn gears, gaskets, belts, etc.

Duties

Duties for the position include but are not limited to: Performing maintenance, repair and modification of equipment, such as vacuum cleaners, (e.g., single/double motor upright and micro static canister types), powered single disk scrubbing machines, automatic floor washers/scrubbers, high speed floor polishing machines, heavy duty ride-on floor scrubbers and carpet extractors. Disassembling, testing, troubleshooting, fitting, cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn gears, gaskets, belts, hoses, brushes and roller bearings. Installing, maintaining and or repairing of chemical dispensing units, soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers, mirrors, sharp containers, tool racks and related items. Cleaning, maintaining, and repairing of wheeled transport devices such as but not limited to wheelchairs, non-powered scooters, dollies, hand trucks, carts and bins. Performing other duties assigned that are related in nature. Selecting and operating appropriate power equipment and selecting and properly utilizing the correct cleaning and polishing chemicals. Using common hand tools, such as pliers, wrenches, hammers and screwdrivers. Prioritizing and performing work on the initiative and judgement of the incumbent. Communicating and treating customers in a courteous, tactful and respectful manner. Work Schedule: M-F 7:00a.m.-3:30p.m.. Telework: Not eligible. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Equipment Services/PD40339O. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required. 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, 12/13/2024. 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. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and SafetyMeasuring InstrumentsPlan and organize workTroubleshooting 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: required to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time, and to bend, stoop, and work in tiring and sometimes uncomfortable positions. Lifts and carries items that weigh up to 40 pounds. Heavier items are moved with weight-handling equipment or with assistance from other workers. The employee is exposed to cuts and bruises from hand powered tools and equipment and may be subject to flying debris and loud machine noise. Working Conditions: The work is performed inside areas that are adequately lighted, ventilated, and heated. Floor and deck surfaces are sometimes uneven, oily, and slippery. There is frequent exposure to moving objects and sharp edges with the possibility of cuts and bruises and to noise and vibration from machines. Dirt, grease, and dampness are frequently encountered. Various protective devices, such as gloves, safety shoes, and glasses are used.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Fargo VA Medical Center 2101 Elm Street Fargo, ND 58102 US
• Name: Dmitriy Selyukov
• Phone: 651-405-5609
• Email: [email protected]