Summary Incumbent serves as a work leader in the Maintenance and Repair (M&R) shop of Facility Management Service (FMS) at the two (2) division Veterans Affairs Medical Center and assigned to either the Bowling or Sousley Campus. The incumbent is assigned to one division but may be periodically assigned to the other campus to help gain experience working with various services and systems and to foster teamwork between the two (2) campuses, should the need arise. Responsibilities The incumbent selects materials and tools, maintains inventory of supplies, determines techniques and tools required, and coordinates with other services and individuals to ensure patient access to care is uninterrupted. Incumbent is responsible for the following duties: Issues work assigned through oral or written instruction, current job analysis and standard operating procedures. Coordinates work with other shops relating to systems or equipment with co-responsibilities. Reviews production and service to assure that level of work is being achieved, standards are being met and initiates corrective actions when needed. Communicates effectively both orally and in writing. Provides on-the-job training and participates in formal training programs for employees both providing oral instruction and physical hands-on instruction. Advises the supervisor on matters pertaining to the smooth operation of maintenance and repair projects. Oversees and evaluates coworker's work performance to ensure supervisor's directions are followed, work is completed safely by the set deadline, and relays information back to the direct supervisor. Provides recommendations for performance awards, may assist employee with personal problems and/or employee promotions, reassignment, etc. Evaluates operations and recommends means of improving the efficiency of the shop in manpower utilization and work procedures. Expedites a preventive maintenance program to complete scheduled PMI and PM activities. Initiates work orders for maintenance and repair work to prevent service outages and equipment down time therefore minimizing callbacks and overtime. Prepares daily, weekly, and monthly expenditure report of all materials and parts purchased for the shop and submit via e-mail to the direct supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic Leader/PD30559-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: 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, 04/22/2026. 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: Communication Managing Human Resources Planning and Evaluating Project Management 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: Physical Effort: It is necessary that the incumbent demonstrate, instruct, and train the team in all trades in the assigned shop. Working Conditions: Incumbent is exposed to the same working conditions as all his/her coworkers. Incumbent must be physically fit. This includes lifting heavy equipment, bending, stooping, and working Other significant facts: in cramped places for extended periods of time and often works in hot and cold places. Education Additional Information 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.
