This position is located in either the AC Shop of the Maintenance and Operations Section or the Internal Project Crew of the Engineering Service of New Mexico Veterans Administration Health Care System. The work involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, overhaul, calibration, modification, and repair of a variety of domestic, commercial, industrial and specialized heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems,
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/04/2025. 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: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Technical Practices Troubleshooting 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. Physical Requirements: Strenuous physical effort is required while dismantling and reassembling equipment. The incumbent frequently carries and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds, occasionally lifting of 100 pound with assistance with other employees or equipment. The incumbent must work from ladders, scaffolding, etc., where parts of systems worked on are frequently in hard to reach places. Stooping, stretching, bending, and kneeling are frequently encountered for long periods of time. Hand dexterity is a critical requirement in completing most tasks. Working Conditions: Incumbent must be mentally alert and physically capable at all times, as this type of work is very hard and hazardous. The incumbent works both inside and outside of the Medical Center and is required to work on roof tops of single and multiple storied buildings and work in cramped areas with low overheads and noise. The incumbent is subject to exposure from toxic refrigerants. Incumbent will ·be required to wear personal protective equipment while performing certain tasks.
Performing, installing, maintaining and calibrating both electronic and pneumatic controls such as relays, humidistat's, temperature controls, solenoid valves, chiller water valves, steam valves and other components used in conjunction with air conditioning, refrigeration and heating systems. Utilizing vibration analyzers, electronic thermometers, hydro thermograph recorders, metal brakes, Bridgeport machines, hydraulic punches and riveters, multimeters, etc. to carry out duties. Performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, overhaul, calibration, modification, and repair to a variety of domestic, commercial, industrial and specialized heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems. Installing and service electric motors from 1/6 HP to 40 HP commonly used on air conditioning, refrigeration, heating and exhaust systems. Making adjustments and recording all findings such as compressor temperatures, water temperatures, oil pressures, and other information pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of all equipment. Work Schedule: M-F 7:00 am to 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD50193A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized