Summary Medical Equipment Repairer primary assignment will be to maintain all medical gas system and associated alarms, dental laboratory, operatory equipment, hydrotherapy equipment, diathermy, ultrasound and other related RMS equipment, medical beds and stretchers, clinical exam equipment, and prosthetic equipment. Responsibilities Duties included but not limited to: The incumbent will entail the installation, routine maintenance and current leakage testing, user in-service on proper daily maintenance, and modification of equipment to meet changing needs and safety requirements. Example of equipment assigned will be the medical vacuum and/or compressors, oxygen, nitrous oxide, and nitrogen gas lines, dental units, surgical lights and chairs, dental lathes, ceramic furnace and boil out tanks, critical care beds, PACU beds, exam tables, ambulance stretchers, whirlpool baths, exercise equipment, manual· & electric wheelchair and various medical appliances used by disabled veterans. Incumbent must have basic a practical knowledge of electrical and electronic circuits, the ability to interpret and apply blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and technical manuals to perform installation, inspection and repair of equipment assigned. Incumbent must be knowledgeable in the principles and theories governing the maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment such as medical air and vacuum compressors, environmental control systems, electric wheelchairs, flowmeters, alarm systems, and hydrotherapy units. Incumbent has knowledge of the inter-relationships between electrical and electronic circuitry with compressed gases and vacuum systems as they relate to distribution and safety alarm circuits. Incumbent must be able to interpret technical manuals, such as, National Fite Codes and National Electric Codes as they relate to biomedical equipment. Incumbent must have a working knowledge of test equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, pressure and vacuum gauges. Incumbent works under the general supervision of the supervisory biomedical engineering technician, but is responsible for the quality of work accomplished. The supervisor relies upon incumbent to take original action in solving problems that arise to rearrange schedules to meet unusual situations. The supervisor will be advised about hazardous situations. The supervisor spot checks work for compliance with acceptable trade practices, directives, and operating specifications. Incumbent relies on supervisor and other biomedical technicians for guidance and assistance on unusual or complex matters. Supervisory control exercised over this position in general in nature and usually deals with matters related to the biomedical section objectives, policy and operation. Work Schedule: 6:45am to 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Medical Equipment Repairer/PD06655A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job 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 Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary/trial period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required 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. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/29/2025. 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 Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Troubleshooting 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/Working Conditions: The incumbent's work place is the SMET workshop; however, tasks require an on-site inspection, which may be at a patient treatment area. Incumbent may be required to work in areas containing biological hazard materials, appropriate precautions must be taken. Technical and mental demands are high. The work is of a precise nature requiring extended periods of concentration. The work may require stooping, climbing, walking, long periods of standing and lifting equipment of 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally objects weighing in excess of 40 pounds. Education Additional Information Receiving Service Credit or 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. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. 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. 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.
