Summary The incumbent is responsible for general maintenance and repair requirements as established by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Work Leader, Supervisory General Engineer, or Chief, Facilities Management Service, for the Aleda E. Lutz Veterans Affairs Healthcare System. Responsibilities The incumbent is responsible for general maintenance and repair requirements as established by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Work Leader, Supervisory General Engineer, or Chief, Facilities Management Service, for the Aleda E. Lutz Veterans Affairs Healthcare System. The incumbent inspects and makes minor and/or major repairs on all classes of Healthcare System property that is electrically or mechanically operated. This includes (but not limited to) preventive maintenance inspections (PMI's) and miscellaneous repairs to kitchen and food service equipment, office equipment, ward equipment, certain technical medical and laboratory equipment, etc. The incumbent is subject to recall for emergency repairs during non-administrative hours. Duties include but are not limited to: Possess the knowledge of the makeup and operation of a variety of equipment and controls. Skilled in use of tools and equipment such as plumb bobs, hydrostatic pumps, and meters as well as other test equipment. Knowledge of how various supply, disposal, and utility systems and equipment (such as water, oxygen, vacuum and gas systems) are installed and operated. Able to repair and modify various systems and equipment such as routing slope, openings, and level of water, steam, or gas lines and arrangement of valves, pumps, etc., on blueprint, building plans, and schematics. Use shop mathematics and contrive angles, arcs, circles, etc. Skilled in accepted trade methods and techniques, such as equipment seating and installing combinations of couplings, unions, etc. Required to perform welding tasks using a variety of welding methods. If he/she does not possess adequate knowledge in this area, he/she must continue education at the expense of the Healthcare System. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD927510 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 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, 02/12/2026. 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: Computer Skills Mechanical Operation of Equipment/Machinery Shop Practices Technical Problem Solving 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 position requires considerable bending, kneeling, and stooping. Strenuous physical exertion may be required when handling heavy/bulky materials such as sheets of plywood, and other building/ construction materials. Standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing on ladders, scaffolding, platforms, and rooftops and working in tiring and uncomfortable or awkward positions is required. May use portable power tools for extended periods of time in uncomfortable positions. Lifting and moving materials weighting up to 50 pounds; with assistance may lift/move heavier items. When working in shop areas, the incumbent may be exposed to moderate or high noise from machinery, sawdust, glue fumes, and hazards related to power equipment. When working outdoors, the incumbent may be exposed to typical, weather conditions, subject to heat in summer and cold in winter. Will encounter hazards associated with working around/on scaffolding and ladders, also may work in confined areas such as crawl spaces and attics that are typically dusty and dirty. May be subject to bumps, scrapes and bruises associated with typical trades work. While using acetylene torches, blazing torches, and soldering irons, the incumbent must be required safety precautions to avoid burns, must use personal protective equipment as prescribed by federal standards. Education Additional Information 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. 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. VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana and Michigan (VISN 10) advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the @context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. This is a smoke free facility
