Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic. Maintenance Supervisor.

Duties The position of Maintenance Supervisor is located in the Maintenance & Repair Section of Engineering Service at VA Palo Alto Health Care System.
Palo Alto Division.
The incumbent serves as foreman over the Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Shop exercising full supervisory responsibility for control over work operations involving five subordinate workers.
The occupation and non-supervisory grade level that best reflects the nature of the overall work operation supervised is journeymen craftsmen in the Air Condition Equipment Mechanic occupation grade WG-1O.
The major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: a.
Plans, directs, lays out, assigns, coordinates, and supervises work performed by the WG-1O Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic.
This includes having extensive knowledge of mechanical systems, steam generation, Supply and Exhaust Air Handlers, refrigeration systems, air conditioning systems, chilled water systems, high and low-pressure steam supply and return systems, Medical Gas systems, DDC computerized Building Management Systems, and compressed air systems.
b.
Responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the maintenance and repair, preventive maintenance, and major and minor improvements of all identified systems, including budgeting, ordering, and monitoring of all supplies and services for same.
c.
As a journeyman air conditioning and refrigeration mechanic, the incumbent is responsible for maintaining a current EPA-approved Universal Refrigeration Handling Certification.
d.
Must attend foreman meetings and meetings with the Chief, of Engineering Service and report the information received at those meetings to the shop staff.
e.
When requested, consults with and advises Service Chiefs regarding installation, operation, maintenance, or repair of systems and equipment.
Is responsible for creating, updating, and implementing the Preventive Maintenance Program for this shop.
The incumbent must continuously monitor and complete all PMIs and provide documentation as required by The Joint Commission.
Preventive Maintenance schedules and requirements for systems and equipment are under higher control.
f.
Must supervise minor improvement-type jobs that require direction and liaison between shops or other hospital activities.
Prepares and supervises the preparation of plans and specifications for the work after determining requirements by direct contact with responsible officials.
Must estimate the cost of construction or modification and ensure necessary funds are available.
Inspect operations to ensure that work performed is done in accordance with contract requirements.
g.
Must be competent in reading drawings and overcoming difficulties encountered within applying the drawing to the job site, checking drawings, and order all materials needed to complete minor construction projects.
h.
Must have an active program to train entry-level employees to be skilled mechanics.
Often has shortages of personnel and other resources, and must exercise ingenuity to accomplish the workload within these limited resources.
Work Schedule: Full time.
M- F, 8:00 - 16:30 Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic.
Maintenance Supervisor.
/PD05591O Physical Requirements: Work requires frequent walking, stooping, kneeling, standing, climbing, carrying, or lifting of heavy objects.
The physical condition must accommodate the safe use of a respirator.
Work is performed inside and outside with temperature extremes in excess of 100 degrees with exposure to dirt, dust, grease, fumes, and noise.
The incumbent may be subject to cuts, bruises, scrapes, or falls.
May require the use of protective clothing and equipment as authorized by the facility Safety Manager.
Requires possession of a valid California State driver's license to perform incidental driving to and from various job sites.
Requires attendance and completion of various driving courses.
Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.
S.
citizen to apply for this job Subject to a background/suitability investigation Designated and/or random drug testing may be required May serve a probationary period Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process current EPA-approved Universal Refrigeration Handling Certification.
Valid California Driver's License Qualifications 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.
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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Materials Technical Practices 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.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information A supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies.
This position may be authorized for telework.
Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons.
Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted.
HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service.
HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties.
VHA locations include but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers, and VA-leased medical facilities.
HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers, and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities.
HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows, and students.
HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to veteran drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.
To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job.
Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.
opm.
gov/.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6, or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee.
VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service.
This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
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S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.
Benefits A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.
Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Documents Accepted: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (Schedule A) Disability Letter (VA) License Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Documents Required: License Resume Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.
Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).
You will not be contacted for additional information.
Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply.
Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online.
Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
How to Apply All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/19/2024 to receive consideration.
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Agency contact information Eugene Jacobs Email Eugene.
ChernyJacobs@va.
gov Address Palo Alto VA Medical Center 3801 Miranda Avenue Palo Alto, CA 94304 US Next steps After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met.
After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
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Please read the following guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents Documents Accepted: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (Schedule A) Disability Letter (VA) License Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Documents Required: License Resume Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.
Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).
You will not be contacted for additional information.
Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply.
Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online.
Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
Help This job is open to The public U.
S.
Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.
S.
Clarification from the agency ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.
201) for this occupation.