Maintenance Mechanic

Summary The Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center is recruiting for one (1) Maintenance Mechanic (Utility Systems Operator). The primary purpose of the position is to operate and maintain any of the utility plant's three (3) boilers at a capacity of 33,00lbs of steam per hour. Welcome to VA Long Beach Tibor Rubin - History WMC Total Rewards - Power Apps Responsibilities Major duties include, but are not limited to: Primary Duties - Boiler º Operates any one of the utility plant's three (3) boilers at a capacity of 33,000lbs of steam per hour.¤ Responsible for monitoring the medical gas alarm panel, emergency call system & monitoring computer for Building #5. Complete annual physical. Attend training in support and technical advancement of the Maintenance Mechanic (Utility Systems Operator) position such as, but not limited to, forklift training, instrumentation troubleshooting/calibration, confined space, boiler operation training, etc. Completes and/or performs are duties as outlined in latest VHA Directive for BOILER AND BOILER PLANT OPERATIONS which include but are not limited to: Following safety procedures in the lighting off sequences and all boiler-testing procedures. Checking the operation of condensate liquor movers, associated pumps, chemical injection systems, and air-control systems. Performing hourly inspections of operating equipment and records diesel fuel tank levels using the Veeder Root system. Testing and maintaining proper chemistry control of boiler water, condensate, and cooling towers. Responsible for the operation of three 1250 ton and one 1100-ton centrifugal chillers. Responsibility for maintaining an accurate and complete log of conditions and events during his/her tour, and the turnover of items requiring further attention to supervision. Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on all equipment associated with Utility Plant Operations. Inspecting, adjusting and repairing all boiler controls safety devices, instrumentation, flow meters, etc. Be able to inspect repairs and adjustments made by contractors, based on manufacture operating standards and guidelines. Performing minor repairs to equipment and operate in accordance with VA regulations and directives, ASME boiler and pressure vessel codes, ASHRAE standards, facility policies, and good engineering practice. Other Duties include: Instrumentation Works independently to troubleshoot, repair, modify, overhaul, test, calibrate and install a variety of multi-component industrial and precision instruments and equipment. Installs, repairs and calibrates analyzers for optimized operation of the Utility Plant to include conductivity, pH, TDS, ORP, etc. Troubleshoot and functionally test equipment to isolate defective components and perform repairs, adjusting and replacing parts as required. Repair machinery by replacing bent shafts and/or bearings, etc. Performs electrical testing of motors and other components checking continuity, ohms resistance, voltage and amperage using multimeters, meggers and continuity testers. Electrical Works alternating current (AC) electrical systems and circuits. Troubleshoots and repairs a single to three-phase electricity add-a-phase converters with transformers, rectifiers, capacitors, relays, contacts, starters, etc. Performs tests and diagnoses of single and three-phase motors and rheostats, timers, sensors, and ballasts. Completes routine maintenance, makes repairs, troubleshoots systems and individual components, makes replacements, and installs new systems, components, and equipment. Pipefitting Performs pipe fitting related duties which will include planning, layout, and routing of piping systems. Work on the installation and repair of different types of piping which include ductile iron, copper, galvanized steel, PVC, and cast iron as well as transition couplings and valves associated with these materials. - Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Various Shifts (Must be ready to work rotating shifts as required) Once fully qualified to work unsupervised within the boiler plant, selectee will be required to work swing shift (4:00 PM to 12:00 AM) or graveyard shift (12:00 AM to 8:00 AM), on a more permanent basis. Position Description Title/PD#: 12170A Requirements Conditions of Employment 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) Materials Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic) 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 Additional Information Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. 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 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 employee's 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. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Created: 2024-10-28