Summary The Maintenance Mechanic WG-4749-9 supports the VA Ann Arbor Health Care System and is responsible for a variety of functions and responsibilities within the facilities maintenance section. Responsibilities Major Duties: The position of Maintenance Mechanic is assigned to the Electric Shop within Facilities Management. The incumbent is responsible for a variety of functions, including assignments as, but not limited to, Carpenter, Electronics Mechanic, and Industrial Equipment Mechanic. Carpenter Installs, disassembles, and repairs systems and freestanding furniture and shelving. Hangs wall items such as clocks, pictures, plaques, coat racks and hangers. Perform repairs to wheelchairs, exam tables, carts, and door closures. Performs carpentry repairs such as touch up painting, wall repair, cove base repair, etc. Incumbent installs, repairs drywall including taping and sanding, prepping for paint. Incumbent installs, repairs flooring such as VCT, Planking, and seamless vinyl. Electronics Mechanic Performs minor repairs, installations, of small non-medical devices such as Patient TV's, nurse call pendants, overhead bed light switches. Repairs, inspects patient wheelchairs. Performs minor electrical repairs, inspections, calibration, and installation of electrical equipment such as electronic beds, patient and handicap lifts, and miscellaneous equipment as assigned. Industrial Equipment Mechanic Repairs, inspects, installs equipment such as janitorial scrubbers and vacuums, morgue lift, dock leveler, interior and exterior security gates, shredders, dry-mount press, pneumatic tube system and stations, miscellaneous equipment as assigned. Responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing operating tables, and manual beds. Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts. Painter Incumbent prepares surface for painting. Incumbent applies coatings, paint, and sealers with proper tools of the trade. Responsible for ensuring that surface coatings meet level and thickness requirements. Tints, tones, matches, and blends coating materials to get the proper color, texture, consistency, and drying state. Maintenance Mechanic Performs a variety of duties to ensure the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and related structures, fixtures, and utilities are maintained. Responsible for visually examining repair work needed to maintain property and equipment. Performs other incidental work operations such as welding, fabricating/machining parts, checking and replacing electrical wiring/connections, etc. Performs monthly inspections required by The Joint Commission such as emergency battery light testing, outlet testing, line isolation monitors. The incumbent performs and documents all repairs and preventative maintenance activities and ensures that the data is correctly entered into the MAXIMO, DHCP AEMS/MERS computer system. The incumbent identifies, prepares, and communicates orders for parts and materials needed to complete repairs on all assigned equipment. Maintains an efficient stock of parts to provide for scheduled preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment and to conduct rapid repairs on critical equipment. To ensure the safe and reliable operation of equipment for all patients and staff, the incumbent serves as in-service educator to staff on such topics as appropriate maintenance procedures, proper operational techniques, and safety. The incumbent also provides cross training on the theory of operation, maintenance, basic troubleshooting, repair, and part/material acquisition of a variety of equipment to his/her peers for the purpose of expanding backup support. In performing repairs, the incumbent is responsible for determining the most economical and efficient means of completing the repair. Attention is given to the device repair history, user needs, parts and service availability, and the need for stocking parts in-house. The incumbent assists staff in evaluating equipment proposed for purchase. Pre-purchase evaluations may consist of an overall review of operation, recurring maintenance needs, ease of servicing, availability of parts/materials, etc. The incumbent acquires training from in-house as well as outside sources (e.g. attendance in community college courses, vendor service schools, conferences/seminars, etc.) to maintain and improve his/her working knowledge of equipment repair. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday. 3:00pm - 11:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD03844O Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation 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 Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 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. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary 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, 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. 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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Without more than normal supervision 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 Effort: Much of the work is performed while standing, sitting, or kneeling, frequently in awkward and uncomfortable positions for sustained periods of time. Some bending and stretching are required as well as occasionally climbing ladders. Individually, the incumbent may occasionally have to lift awkward shaped devices weighing up to 40 pounds from the floor to waist height. Work Environment: There is continuous exposure to hazardous conditions involving moving/rotating objects, sharp edges, steam, and high pressures/vacuums. This requires constant attention to safe work habits and the proper use of personal protective equipment. 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. 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. Marketing Message Continued 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.
