Summary The Tibur Rubin VA Medical center is recruiting for one (1) Electronics Mechanic in the Engineering Service. The primary purpose of the Electronics Mechanic is to be assigned to the Electronics Unit, Maintenance and Operations Section, Engineering and Facilities Operations Service, VA Long Beach Healthcare System. Welcome to VA Long Beach Tibor Rubin - History WMC Total Rewards - Power Apps Responsibilities Electronics Mechanic Duties include but are not limited to:- Ability to apply a comprehensive knowledge of operating electronic principles to troubleshoot, install, and repair malfunctions in complex electronic systems with circuit theory. Interpret complex drawings, specifications, and schematics of complete systems to recognize the function and interconnections of the various assemblies. Know how to troubleshoot the system from the schematic, following signal paths through a complex path of interconnections of components, assemblies, subassemblies and connecting cable harnesses. Skill to modify systems by adding, altering, or removing components to standardize or alter the purpose of the equipment on the component level, or to incorporate new features developed since the equipment was manufactured. Interact with engineers, manufacturers, representatives, engineering personnel and field unit personnel in troubleshooting and developing modifications, substitutions, or corrections to equipment to reduce breakdowns and/or simplify repairs, servicing, or operation. Incumbent must have an extensive knowledge of electronics and apply this knowledge in the overhaul, installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of systems and numerous @types of equipment. Incumbent must be able to adapt methods to install new systems with existing older systems which are not compatible in most cases. Incumbent serves as a consultant to the Design Section during the planning phases of remodeling and construction. Incumbent is responsible for the alarm systems, electrical systems and equipment throughout the facility Responsible for operating, programing, and repairing the Switzer Relays controlling our 12,000 Volt electrical distribution system. Performs circuit card repair on systems containing a combination of similar electronic components, such as, transistors, capacitors, diodes, resistors, silicone-controlled relays etc. Circuitry designed to accomplish multiple functions and are interrelated so that an inoperative circuit may impede operating performance of other circuit functions. Incumbent also repairs switching units that employ photo-sensitive and photo-multiplying cells. Incumbent must be able to read and trace out trouble in very complicated circuits. Incumbent uses a variety of test equipment and measuring devices such as signal tracer, visual-aural, fired strength meter, capacitor testers; audio-watt meter; decade resistor; oscilloscope; radio-frequency signal generators; sound level meter; digital voltomiliameter, Incumbent troubleshoots and repairs electronic systems and components when instruction manuals, wiring diagrams and technical information are not available Works from building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to plan and lay out the routing, placement, @type, size, gauge, balance, load continuity, and safe operation of electrical lines, circuits, systems, equipment and controls. Installing, modifying, repairing, and maintaining electrical lines, circuits, systems and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment Determines and places distribution panels, boxes, fittings, and connections and installs wiring, couplings, conduit, relays, fixtures, transformers and other electrical devices, including electrical service entrances. Incumbent troubleshoots and repairs Lynx alarm, Velocity/Hirsch, card reader, CCTV Camera and switch/server systems. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 7am- 3:30pm Telework: 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 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 03/20/2026.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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Ingenuity Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic) Test Equipment - Electronics Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment) Use Hand and Power Tools - Electronics 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: Make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, man lifts, and other hard-to-reach places. This requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carries tools, equipment, and parts weighing up to 20 pounds and, less often, up to 40 pounds. Occasionally lifts or moves with assistance, moderately heavy objects weighing more than 40 pounds 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.Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Contact the Agency Contact for information on how to apply under this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or more) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. 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.
