Summary VA Portland Health Care System consists of the main care medical center overlooking the city of Portland, the Vancouver Campus in Vancouver, WA., and ten outpatient clinics across Central and Northwest Oregon. Portland VA Medical Center provides a full continuum of inpatient, outpatient, long term, and emergent care. This position is located within the Facilities Management Service (FMS), in the Electric/Electronics Section of Maintenance and Repair. Responsibilities This position is responsible for the unique requirement of the continual supply, 24/7, of the highest priority electrical utility for life safety purposes in the medical center, community living center, direct and indirect patient care areas. This position also is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the autoclaves/sterilizers, ultrasonic washers, washer/disinfectors, ultrasonic washers, scope washers, warming ovens, cage and bottle washers for Supply, Processing and Distribution, Surgery, Laboratory, and Research. This position also serves as a first responder, and troubleshooter of 34 elevators (Hi-Rise traction and hydraulic), 4 cart lifts, and 2 dumbwaiters. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Provides technical support, maintenance and repairs on all @types of malfunctioning sterilization equipment, washers and generators. Uses electronic test equipment to determine nature and extent of repairs required. Checks equipment for malfunctions. Traces wiring, broken or worn parts, leaks, feedback and interference issues. Checks voltage tolerances, amperage, power supplies, wave shape, frequency resonance, deflection time, decay curve, gain, balance, signal sensitivity and similar indicators against prescribed tolerances and specifications. Selects proper replacement parts and modification kits. Prioritizes and completes any technical, safety and/or customer service issues. Troubleshoots the unique site specific major electrical distribution systems from high voltage 15KV to low voltage, 12V, AC and DC systems, and such systems that are composed of category 5,6 and 7 wiring (computer), while also responding to the alternative modification of adding or subtraction of the complete systems. Installs, modifies, troubleshoots, maintains, tests, calibrate, adjusts, overhauls, and repairs a wide variety of medical, laboratory, and dental equipment (electronic, electrical, and mechanical). Follows blueprints, manufacturing schematics, oral and written instructions. Performs and documents preventive maintenance and safety inspections to ensure safe, proper, and reliable operation of assigned instruments and devices. Tests instruments for electrical safety, calibration, and basic functions. Instructs technicians, physicians, nurses, and others on the proper use, capability, and maintenance of equipment. Serves as the first responder to emergent repairs and passenger extrication on 17 sophisticated high-rise gearless traction elevators, 17 hydraulic multi-building, multi-story passenger elevators in a multi-ward medical center, clinical spaces, and research area's which include veterinary medical units. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm (PST) Position Description Title/PD#: Medical Equipment Repairer/PD21062A Telework: Not Authorized. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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 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, 03/10/2026. 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, the ability to perform the duties of the Medical Equipment Repairer without more than normal supervision. Related experience includes: Constructing, installing, operating, and troubleshooting a variety of sophisticated electrical systems, circuits, equipment, and controls for example: unique medical center emergency systems, wiring systems within buildings, motor control centers, distribution panels, multiple ANSI protective relay devices, advanced power metering and control circuits. Plans, installs, and repairs various systems, subsystems, circuits, equipment and controls such as the routing, placement, balance, load, continuity and proper safe operation of circuits and controls to machinery and specialized control equipment, wiring systems in buildings and lighting systems. Diagnose malfunctions, repair and test electrical equipment. Uses electronic test equipment such as vacuum tube voltmeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and tube checkers. Uses hand tools and a variety of test equipment to replace defective parts or install compatible replacements. 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. NOTE: Your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume. Preferred Experience: Minimum of one year experience with Sterilizer maintenance and repair along with Electronics and Electrical troubleshooting skills. The potential eligible are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Troubleshooting 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 Requirements: Stands, stoops, bends, and frequently works in cramped and awkward positions for prolonged periods. Continually lifts from 5 to 18 kilograms (10 to 40 pounds) and, occasionally, objects weighing in excess of 18 kilograms (40 pounds) up to 65 pounds. Working Conditions: Work is done inside and outside, in hot and cold temperature extremes. Constantly exposed to electric shocks, contagious diseases, moving equipment and machinery. Exposed to the possibility of broken bones, cuts, and bruises. May be exposed to extremely high noise levels, exposure to radiation, chemicals, and carcinogens. Required to take precautions and wear required safety equipment and clothing. Education There is no education substitution at this wage level. Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. 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. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received. 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. 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