Summary The position is at the full performance level located at the VA Long Beach facility, in the Engineering department working as the Maintenance Group Foreman. Has full supervisory authority over permanent, contract, and staff assigned to the Maintenance Group. Work is assigned on a long-term, as well as on a day-to-day basis. Welcome to VA Long Beach Tibor Rubin - History WMC Total Rewards - Power Apps Responsibilities Duties include but limited to: Serves as the technical expert within the areas of responsibility, and advises senior management on long term strategic plans, future construction requirements, emergent needs, and other relevant requirements. Ability to supervise through subordinate supervisors Works collaboratively with other facility departments to manage the repair, maintenance or replacement of any maintenance system required to support VHALBHS clinical and administrative operations. Responsible for the establishment and execution of overall maintenance and operational program in accordance to manufacturers' recommendations, facility policies, VA Directives, accreditation requirements, and other applicable regulations. Develops, maintains and implements an effective preventive maintenance program ensuring that equipment for which incumbent is responsible is maintained properly to minimize downtime. Leads the establishment and execution of overall maintenance and operational program in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations, LBVAHCS policies, VA Directives, accreditation requirements, and other applicable regulations. Responsible for all personnel and administrative matters involving the M&O Group, including time and attendance, personnel actions, recruitments, performance evaluations, equipment inventory, and financial management. Inspects and maintains inspection records to ensure the maximum efficiency is being obtained, VA regulations are being complied with and that the M&O Group meets VA standards and Medical Center established procedures. Investigates work requests submitted to Engineering Service to determine complexity, time requirements and materials required, determines how work is to be accomplished, and inspects work performed by employees for timeliness, workmanship and completeness. Determines needs and submits orders for materials, equipment, and tools required. Interacts fully with higher level management, external stakeholders, and other Services to plan, develop, coordinate and complete maintenance and repair activities, station level projects, and construction project development. Develops, maintains and implements effective safety programs, establishes maintenance procedures and training programs. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance/Operations Supervisor/PD14291O 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, 06/08/2026. 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: Ability to Supervise through Subordinate Supervisors Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Lead or Supervise Technical Practices 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 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. 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. 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.
