Maintenance Mechanic
The primary purpose of the position is to maintain mechanical, electrical plumbing, industrial equipment and piping systems. Maintenance Mechanics are assigned to various shifts, are subject to callback and often respond to emergent requests for work.
Duties include but are not limited to: Repair and service HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing and pipefitting systems, and industrial equipment. Reclaim refrigerant and comply with EPA regulations specific to refrigerant gases. Test, troubleshoot, and repair of electrical distribution systems and equipment for emergency and normal power sources. Install, troubleshoot, and repair of plumbing and piping systems. Trace and troubleshoot pipelines, systems, and equipment to locate and repair leaks and trouble spots. Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, disassembly, assembly and provide preventative maintenance of medical gas systems and components (air/oxygen/vacuum), air compressors, vacuum and air pumps, compressors; food service equipment such as commercial cooking and reheating equipment, ovens, ranges, broilers, deep fat fryers, ice machines, etc. The position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30am - 4:30pm or Tuesday - Saturday; 12:00am - 8:30am Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD02825A and PD590-02825A Physical Requirements: The incumbent works from ladders, scaffolding and hydraulic platforms. He/she often works in portions of the utility systems requiring attention that are cramped, dirty and hard-to-reach locations. The work may involve prolonged crouching and standing and frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in exhausting and uncomfortable positions. The incumbent frequently lifts or carries tools, equipment, ladders, scaffolding, parts and supplies up to 50 pounds. Occasionally, the incumbent will be required to lift and carry items over 50 pounds. Note: Must be able to operate a government motor vehicle for regular duties and transporting equipment.
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.