Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic
What you'd do
The Heat & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Leader serves with responsibility for leading the HVAC Equipment Mechanics of the Heat & Air Unit, Maintenance & Operations Section, Engineering Service, Oklahoma City VA Health Care System (OKCVAHCS). This position works under the general direction of the Heat & Air Unit Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor at the OKCVAHCS.
Major duties
DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. Major duties include but are not limited to: Performs preventative maintenance inspections and tasks on HVAC systems and related components to determine wear, reliability and load capabilities. Installs and repairs air handlers and components. Installs, modifies, repairs all HVAC equipment in the building. Plans layout and installation of HVAC wiring, equipment, and/or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. Assembles, installs, tests, or maintains HVAC or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, or fixtures, using proper tools. Uses proper techniques and knowledge of HVAC wiring and equipment maintenance. Prepares sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of HVAC or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. Follows installation, maintenance, and repair manuals to accomplish assigned tasks. Interprets and applies manufacturer's handbooks, technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams to determine material, tools, and equipment needed. Tests HVAC systems or equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. Uses a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps. Repairs or replaces wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. Inspects HVAC systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. Diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Troubleshoots circuits, controls and systems to locate, repair and replace defective components. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD123660 Physical Requirements: Walking, standing, lifting (70 pounds or more), craw ling, pulling, and pushing, inside and outside building are required. Working Conditions: The incumbent is exposed to heat and cold inside, outside and under buildings. He makes installations and repairs under wet, dirty, noisy and odor producing conditions. He is frequently exposed to the danger of strains, cuts, scraps, bruises, electrical shock, caustic chemicals, bums and flying particles in the pressurized. duct system.
What you need to qualify
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. Preferred Experience: Journeyman and EPA Certification or the ability to get the certification. 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 candidates are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Technical Practices Troubleshooting (Electrical) Use 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.
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