Summary The Maintenance Mechanic Leader will report directly to the Chief of Maintenance and Operations and work on special operations and maintenance projects for the Facilities Management Service (FMS) within the VA Healthcare System at the West Haven VA Connecticut Medical Center. As well as lead specially assigned teams in completing assigned projects. Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited too: Must have skills and knowledge of one or more of the following trades; electrical, plumbing and pipefitting, heating, ventilation, refrigeration and air conditioning. Responsible for scheduling all training for shop employees and to maintain individual training records for assigned employees according to policy and procedures. Must be willing to work odd hours, if required, including but not limited to weekend and shift work. Will maintain and provide a current training and leave roster to the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor. Works closely with all new installations, in-house projects, inspection and review of project blueprints, inspection of contractor submittals, inspection of all contracted project work and work sites, and review of new equipment and material submitted by vendors. Responsible for routine tasks which include checking inventory of shop supplies and materials to ensure that proper quantity is on hand at all times; ordering needed equipment, parts and supplies to complete repairs; assigning work orders; inspection of equipment, equipment rooms, work areas and penthouses for proper maintenance, cleanliness and safety. Will assume temporary supervisory responsibilities as assigned during those periods when the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor is not present (available) or on duty. Will assume additional responsibilities and duties as Shop or VA Maine Medical Center needs dictate or at the discretion of the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor or Engineering Management. Will assume duties and responsibilities of a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) as required through the direction of the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor. Supervisor will call on incumbent for technical information and short-term projects on an irregular basis. Works independently with a minimum of supervision in determining the work assignment and practices of the Shop, within the guidelines of policy and regulation. Ensure that all procedures, practices, and standards are followed by subordinates. Must have (or have the ability to learn) a specific understanding of the overall electrical system and mechanical systems of the Medical Center, including the interrelationships of the various components, and must have the ability to determine the appropriate course of action (for example, how to isolate a building or fault) under extraordinary conditions. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic Leader/PD020300 Physical Requirements: Must exert moderate to arduous physical effort involving walking, standing, bending, stooping, lifting, working overhead and crawling. Incumbent must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding. Incumbent must be able to lift loads of up to eighty (80) pounds. Frequently, work will be performed in cramped and awkward positions. Work performed is of a precise nature requiring prolonged concentration. Incumbent works at times under conditions of extreme stress and must be able to interact effectively with medical staff and perform work in a calm analytical manner. 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: Electrical Equipment Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Handle Weights and Loads Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Materials Physical Strength and Agility 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. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities. 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 https://www.opm.gov/. 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.
