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AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (HVAC)

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Job Description

This position is located in Washington Headquarters Services, Facilities Services Directorate, Facilities Operations & Services Group, Facility Services Group, Alterations Work Group. The incumbent of this position performs air conditioning mechanic work, requiring the knowledge of the principles of air conditioning, and the skill to make repairs to a variety of air conditioning and cooling systems throughout the Pentagon Reservation and leased government office buildings.

Qualifications

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 Qualification Standards https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/ 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. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: The ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Specialized Experience: includes 1. A full range of performing common Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanics tasks which involves knowledge of the principles of air conditioning and the skills to make repairs to a variety of air conditioning and cooling systems. 2. Knowledge of installation, recognizing the cause of faulty equipment, repairs, modifications, 3. Ability to relocate industrial and domestic air conditioning and refrigeration units and systems. PHYSICAL EFFORT/REQUIREMENTS: Work requires the incumbent to frequently carry and set up parts and equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds, and with assistance, 100 pounds or more. The incumbent will use lifting devices or obtain assistance in moving heavy items. Work from ladders, scaffolding and/or platforms where systems are in hard-to-reach places, requiring the incumbent to work in close quarters or in cramped positions. The incumbent is required to work hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate tools when assembling units and replacing defective components. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed indoors and outdoors, on elevated structures, and in cramped areas. The incumbent is subject to discomfort from facemask and other protective devices when there is a possibility of exposure to toxic refrigerants, noxious gases, fumes or acids. The incumbent will be moving equipment, energized electric circuits, sharp metal edges, and toxic fumes while performing the duties of this position. The incumbent will be exposed to electrical conductors, moving objects, sharp edges, etc. Typical safety equipment is required (safety shoes, safety glasses, and hard hats). The incumbent will wear prescribed uniform provided by the Government. All qualifications and education requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.

Required Documents

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE EVIDENCE THAT SUPPORTS YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION CLAIMS. You MUST upload the applicable documents with your application package. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further. 1. All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages showing all relevant experience. Your resume must address your technical qualifications for the position, and it may not exceed two (2) pages. Your 2-page (or less) resume must be in PDF format, with no smaller than a 1" margin and no smaller than a 10-point font. If you submit a resume that exceeds the two-page limit and/or does not meet the margin or font limitations stated herein, you will immediately be deemed ineligible for this position and will receive no further consideration. If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent." If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you will not be considered for this vacancy. 2. Other supporting documents: Cover Letter, optional Most recent SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" showing you are/were in the competitive service and the highest grade held (WHS serviced employees SF-50s will be verified via eOPF). DD-214, SF-15 Form and VA letter, or certification of expected discharge or release from active duty from Veterans for consideration under Veteran hiring authorities Noncompetitive appointment authority documentation, if applicable Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) PPP Registrants/Eligibles: Must submit the following applicable documents: 1) PPP registration 2) PCS orders (if applicable) ARE YOU A VETERAN CLAIMING SOLE SURVIVORSHIP PREFERENCE OR 5-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? 1. You must provide legible copy/copies of the following: DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," showing all dates of service, as well as type of discharge and character of service (Honorable, General, etc.) or Statement of Service/Proof of Service (in lieu of a DD-214) from your command or local Personnel Support Detachment (PSD). The Statement of Service/Proof of Service must provide all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.). Veterans should upload their DD-214 once they receive it upon separation. 2. You should also document your complete military service information in the Veterans Preference and Military Service Section of the assessment questionnaire (type of preference, dates of service, date of VA letter, character of service, disability claim and rank and date of retirement if retired). ARE YOU A DISABLED VETERAN or CLAIMING 10-POINT VETERANS' PREFERENCE? 1. Disabled veterans, veterans, widows, spouses or the mother of a veteran, who are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, you must provide legible copies of the following: Applicable supporting documents as noted on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). To obtain a copy of SF-15, go to: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/ng-paths/veterans/ ARE YOU A CURRENT OR FORMER POLITICAL SCHEDULE A, SCHEDULE C, NON-CAREER SES OR PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTEE EMPLOYEE? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment: . Position title . Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee) . Agency . Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

Department Information

Agency

Washington Headquarters Services

Department

Department of Defense

Location

Arlington, Virginia, Virginia, United States

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