Summary This position serves as the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor for the Utilities Maintenance Shop in the Maintenance and Repair (M&R) Section of Facility Service at the Manchester VAMC. The incumbent is a working supervisor under the general supervision of the M&R Operations Supervisor. This position is full time 40 hours per week. Responsibilities The Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor serves as the supervisor for the Utilities Maintenance Shop in the Maintenance and Repair (M&R) Section of Facility Service at the Manchester VAMC. The incumbent is a working supervisor under the general supervision of the M&R Operations Supervisor. The Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor is responsible for planning, coordinating, directing, supervising and assisting with the work operations of the Utilities Maintenance Shop which is composed of 5 employees and 2 independent shops: Plumbing and HVAC. These shops are composed of (3) Maintenance Mechanics, (1) Pipe Fitter, and (1) Air Conditioning Mechanic. The incumbent has overall responsibility of, but not limited to the following utility systems; HVAC Systems, Potable Water System, Steam Distribution System, Sanitary Sewer System, Compressed Air Systems, and Medical Gas/Vacuum Systems. Incumbent may be required to work off-hour shifts, including weekends, holidays, evenings, or nights. Major duties and responsibilities are listed below but are not limited to: Oversees highly skilled utility positions requiring hands on repair talent and high aptitude, ability to read electrical or mechanical drawings, and apply theory of operations to problems with the system as well as formulating solutions as a product of conditions, resources, and requirements intersect. Takes initiative to make improvements to the infrastructure, perform preventive maintenance, and make repairs. Possesses extensive knowledge and experience in the program areas supervised, i.e. plumbing, pipefitting, refrigeration, air conditioning, welding, steam, and automated environmental management systems. Must be able to determine material and equipment requirements, and work sequences, as well, be knowledgeable in long and short-range planning and interpretation of drawings and specifications. Must possess a broad knowledge of Medical Center operations and administrative policies and procedures. Must have effective communication and writing skills and be able to interact professionally with Medical Center staff, contractors, vendors, and patients. Must also be skillful and discreet when working with subordinates, particularly in matters involving grievances, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations. Directly responsible for all personnel, union issues, and administrative matters involving the Utility Maintenance Shop. Provides required inspections, documentation, follow-up actions, and training. Establishes, writes, and maintains procedures to ensure effective compliance with the requirements of The Joint Commission, OSHA, VACO, VISN, and the Medical Center. Responsible for supervising a complex group of diverse journeyman tradesmen in the performance of their duties. Must be able to carry out a variety of tasks related to installing, modifying, troubleshooting, and repairing new and existing utility systems. Maintains, repairs, and installs plumbing systems, including but not limited to high- and low-pressure piping, sanitary sewer systems, steam heat and steam generation systems, circulating, vacuum, and condensate pumps, expansion tanks, radiators, lavatories, commodes, and water heaters. Ensures that work orders are completed within a reasonable timeframe based on assigned priority. All work orders must accurately reflect all materials used and the time required for completion. Conducts regular inspections of utility systems in accordance with VA criteria and initiates work orders for repairs as necessary. Conducts annual and mid-year performance appraisals in accordance with OPM and Medical Center policies. Initiates personnel actions related to awards or disciplinary measures as required. Prior to any appraisal, informs the employee of any performance deficiencies and provides adequate time for corrective action. Works under the general supervision of the M&R Operations Supervisor and receives assignments both orally and in writing. Supervision is general in nature, and the incumbent independently carries out routine assignments with direct responsibility for completing work through the economical and efficient use of personnel, equipment, and materials. Work Schedule: Full-time Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm. Telework: Not Available. Virtual/Remote: Not Available. Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Not Available. Permanent Change of Station/Moving Expenses: Not Available. Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor/PD001620 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 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. Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform work while standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, or working with hands overhead. Duties require lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. Work may also involve performing tasks in cramped spaces, small openings, on stepladders, and in areas with dust, dirt, extreme temperatures, or limited ventilation. The incumbent may be exposed to hazards associated with working near energized steam and electrical lines, as well as risks inherent in the use of power and hand tools. 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: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise 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. 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. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/. 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.
