This position is located at the Veterans Health Administration, Policy and Services, Patient Care Services, Pharmacy Benefits Management with in the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy. The Industrial Equipment Mechanic position requires a practical knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems typically incorporated into complex industrial machinery and equipment.

Duties

The Industrial Equipment Mechanic installs, maintains, repairs, and modifies the mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of a high-volume automated pharmacy fulfillment system (APFS) and supporting equipment. systems but not limited to: Overhauls, repairs, modifies, and replacement of failed or worn components for conveyor systems, automated dispensing equipment, material handling equipment and a variety of other industrial equipment typically associated with automated systems Determines the nature and extent of repairs and proceeds with the needed repairs by replacing, reworking, or refinishing worn or damaged parts and components Installs, maintains, repairs, and modifies the mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of a high-volume automated pharmacy fulfillment system (APFS) and supporting equipment. Performs preventive maintenance services, conducting periodic, preventive, and electronic and equipment sensor inspections in accordance with manufacturers instructions Checks electrical equipment for voltage and amperage changes Applies a variety of methods, procedures, and techniques to layout, install, align, repair, overhaul, and maintain various types of industrial plant machinery, equipment, and systems that have complex interrelationships among equipment electronic components Work Schedule: (2 shifts are available) Monday - Friday 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM (EST) and 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (EST) 2 shifts are available at the discretion of the supervisor and the needs of the agency. Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Authorized Telework: Not Available Virtual/Remote: This is not a virtual/remote position. Position Description Title/PD#: Industrial Equipment Mechanic/PD79432A Work Environment: Work is usually performed inside areas that are adequately lighted, ventilated and heated. Floor and deck surfaces are sometimes uneven, oily, and slippery. Frequently exposed to moving objects and sharp edges with the possibility of cuts and bruises, and to noise and vibration from machines. Occasionally, climbs and works from ladders and staging's, causing exposure to possibility of serious injury from slipping and falling. Dirt, grease, and dampness are frequently encountered. Various protective devices such as hard hats, gloves, safety shoes, and glasses are used.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/16/2024. 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 eligible candidates are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Provide Production Support ServicesEquipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesTroubleshootingUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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/Working Conditions: Frequently handles objects weighing 45 pounds and occasionally carries objects weighing 45 pounds and over for considerable distances. Required to push, pull, reach, walk, stand, crawl, kneel, bend, and working cramped positions over and under machinery of all types for sustained periods of time.

Education

There is no educational substitution described for the Federal Wage System.

Contacts

• Address Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy - Charleston 3725 Rivers Ave Suite 2 North Charleston, SC 29405 US
• Name: VHA National Recruitment Center
• Phone: (844)456-5208
• Email: [email protected]