AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
What you'd do
You will serve as a AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC in the PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT of NAVFAC ENGINEERING CMD MID-ATLANTIC.
Major duties
You will diagnose, locate and repair malfunctions to the main operating mechanical components of large, complex heating, ventilation; air conditioning, and refrigeration systems (HVAC). You will test for refrigerant leaks and uses a refrigerant recovery/ recycling station, to Environmental Protection Agency standards to safely reclaim, recycle and store the refrigerant before repairs can be made. You will repair HVAC systems and components in structures such as, warehouses, hangars, hospitals, large office buildings and complexes. You will conduct visual and audible examination of equipment components by applying prescribed test procedures and equipment, and by exploration of probable reasons for equipment failure.
What you need to qualify
This position has a Selective Placement Factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates. The Selective Placement Factor is: Mechanic must possess the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 certification (Universal) as a pre-qualification for this wage grade. You must submit a copy of your certification with your application to be considered for this position. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1) Planning work schedules and sequence of operations for the work force supervised; 2) Setting in-shop priorities and determines the number and type of personnel required to accomplish job assignments; 3) Assigning work to subordinates either orally, by providing written instructions, or electronically through the Computerized Facilities Management System; 4) Training subordinates in safety regulations and other regulations and policies established by the Federal Government; 5) Inspecting work in progress to ensure productivity, efficiency, economy and safety of operations; 6) Giving detailed supervision and resolves working problems as required; 7) Furnishing information regarding such matters as on-the-job injuries, accidents, and CPR and respirator certification records; 8) Enforcing safety, fire, and other regulations, and sees that good housekeeping is maintained in work areas supervised; 9) Obtaining, issuing, and advising on the use of safety equipment; 10) Keeping supervisor informed concerning job progress, technical and personal problems encountered or unsafe conditions not within his/her own ability to correct; 11) Attending meetings concerning requirements, specifications and technical matters relating to assigned work; 12) Recommending new methods, material or equipment for expediting and improving work execution. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.
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