Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic

Summary This position is located in the Operations Shop at the Facilities Management Service at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. The primary responsibility of this position is the operation and maintenance of the METASYS Energy Management System, a Johnson Controls proprietary software. The incumbent will also troubleshoot, repair, modify, calibrate, and install Direct Digital Controls (DDC), and electronic and pneumatic controls. Responsibilities Perform installation, maintenance, repair, modification, and in some cases, fabrication of the highly diverse and very sophisticated control equipment, making up the components, assemblies and systems of the EMCS. Applies detailed knowledge of these components, assemblies, and systems to bypass (when necessary) certain components to the major portion of the EMCS system operational while performing the installation, repair, modification, or fabrication of some portion of the system. Knowledge of electronic solid state circuitry, the application of maintenance and troubleshooting techniques on varied devices, such as state of the art measurement techniques, optical, mechanical, electric and pneumatic devices and various types of self contained calibration systems is required. Working on systems that use state of the art microprocessors, VLSI or ASIC controlled, integrated circuitry, which is constantly undergoing technological changes. Utilize electronics engineering technology to update “as-built” or “as-installed” drawings, troubleshoot a system problem, or evaluate system performance. Independent judgment and decisions regarding the method and procedures to be used to achieve desired results; may involve adapting use of test equipment, or developing new test equipment, modifying equipment operation or improvising techniques. Provides technical guidance and assistance to other journeyman or lower graded mechanics. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm. Position Description Title/PD#: Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic/PD02501O Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Valid drivers license 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, 10/22/2024. 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: Electronics Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Test Equipment – Electronics 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: Frequently handles objects weighing 45 pounds, but occasionally carries objects weighing more than 45 pounds for considerable distance. The incumbent is required to push, pull, reach, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and work in cramped spaces over and under machinery of all types for sustained period of time. The incumbent must use proper lifting and transporting techniques when working with heavy equipment. Work is performed in mechanical spaces throughout the facility; the incumbent may be called upon to work in patient rooms, intensive care units, laboratories, rooftops, basements, etc. Floors sometimes are uneven, oily, and slippery. Occasionally, work maybe performed in very cold, hot, or unventilated areas. Outside work is performed in all types of weather conditions. Occasionally, the incumbent will climb ladders, and he/she will work from high places. Work may be performed in possibly infectious and radioactively areas or equipment. Standard safety and inspection control procedures and precautions are required to operate within the work environment. Occasionally, works in areas and on equipment may result in exposure to airborne asbestos fibers. The incumbent will be trained and required to wear proper protective equipment. All work is performed at VAMC San Francisco and its satellite clinics. Education Additional Information 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. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants 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.