Summary The VA St. Louis Healthcare System (VASTLHCS) is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the Facilities Engineering Service. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for general and preventive maintenance of the different engineering disciplines reflected in the trades Carpentry, Plumbing, Electric, and HVAC. Responsibilities Major duties include, but are not limited to: Electrical Performs basic troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems Inspects, maintains, cleans, repairs, tests and adjusts electrical generators, commercial feeder systems, security light sets, light fixtures, fans, heating systems, appliances, thermostats, electrical equipment sed to chill/freeze/cool filter air. Carpentry/Locksmithing Maintains and services door closing devices and related hardware for buildings, furnishings, and equipment. Performs interior and exterior finish carpentry, partitions, windows, doors, frames, building hardware, wall and door covering products, acoustical work, exterior architectural trim. Plumbing/Pipefitting Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance and repair work including work that involves removing, cleaning, replacing, packing, and sealing defective parts of utility, supply and disposal systems. Installs/repairs pressure producing valves, hot water heaters, and/or storage tanks, circulating pumps, drinking fountains, laundry tubs, dishwasher etc. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Performs regularly scheduled preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment systems that provide for heating, cooling, humidifying, dehumidifying, cleaning, filtering and circulating for different kinds of structures related to the medical center complex. Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment to trace and locate defects and malfunctions with various equipment/areas, making periodic inspections and necessary adjustments to controls and equipment. General Maintenance Performs work involving a variety of general repairs, maintenance, adjustments, modifications, inspections, and preventative maintenance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Promotion Potential: This position is for WG-10. There is no promotion potential for this position. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Permanent - 12-hour Rotating shift Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD09961A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Duty Station: Jefferson Barracks Division; however, the duty station may be changed to one of multiple locations within the VA St. Louis Health Care System based on the needs of the facility. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 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) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial 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 or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/14/2026. 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 Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Shop Practices Technical Practices Use of Measuring Instruments 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: Works long, rotating shifts. Works both inside and outside. When inside, frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise. When outside, is exposed to bad weather, works in mud, and in wet or icy areas. Exposed to irritations and discomfort from dust, grease, heat, and fumes. Typically inspects parts, equipment, and systems, which are dirty, oily, or greasy. Subject to cuts, burns, chemical irritations, bruises, electrical shock, and injuries from falls while positioning and moving equipment. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as protective hearing devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, gloves, and protective clothing. Some safety equipment may be hot and uncomfortable and will be worn for long periods of time. 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.
