Air Condition Equipment Mechanic

The incumbent is employed as an air conditioning mechanic at the two divisions Veterans Administration Medical Center, Lexington, Kentucky. Incumbent is normally assigned to one division, but is subject to work at the other division at any given time, should the need arise.

The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic covers nonsupervisory work that is performed to repair and modify a variety of equipment and systems that achieve regulated climatic conditions. This work requires knowledge of principles of air conditioning, the ability to recognize and determine the best method for correcting malfunctions and the skill to make repairs to a variety of air conditioning and cooling unit systems.The position requires knowledge of principles and theories of air conditioning systems to diagnose, repair and make alterations to existing and new systems at the VAMC. The extensive amount of installation and repair work required, and sufficient knowledge and skill requirements places the position in the 5306 series.Major Duties include, but not limited to: Calculates the cubic feet of an area and measuring air flow in order to determine air changes per hour for clean sterile rooms, procedure rooms to ensure compliance with VA design guide. Performs the installation on all air conditioning equipment systems and components in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations to produce efficient cooling and heating according to VA design guide. Works in cramped positions quite frequently in both hot and cold locations; and it frequently is necessary that he move from one area to the other. Climbing ladders, bending, squatting etc. Keeps accurate records where required while maintaining the HVAC equipment working independently and at times with others. Works with dust, grease, dirt, cold and hot conditions, extreme noise and vibrations. Assists employees of allied trades (plumbers, maintenance mechanics, electricians and general mechanics) whenever their workload demands assistance and incumbent's workload allows it. Diagnoses and repair related systems such as air duct system, chilled water system, pumps, refrigeration, condensate water system, air conditioning controls, makeup water system, condensate drain system, cooling tower facilities. Possess basic computer skills in order to operate a building management system, monitoring and controlling all types of Utility Systems. Operates electrical metering equipment in order to troubleshoot controls and HVAC equipment. Repairs and maintenance of all air handling units and fan coils including VAV (variable air volume) systems.. Notifies his supervisor about any major operational or maintenance problems encountered while performing these duties. Understands refrigeration systems and all related components and the tools of the trade including compound gauges, vacuum pumps, recovery machines, oxygen/acetylene torches etc. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Air Condition Equipment Mechanic/PD30344A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.