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Summary The Electronics Mechanic provides a safe, reliable, efficient, and effective function of HVAC mechanic and maintainer of non-medical electronic instruments and devices used in the Atlanta VA Medical Center. In addition, the incumbent specializes in electronic equipment used primarily in plant operations such as energy management systems, building automation systems, computer networking, and HVAC controls. Responsibilities The Electronics Mechanic duties include, but are not limited to the following: Troubleshooting, repairing, calibrating, and maintaining HVAC systems and non-medical electronic instrumentation and devices used in plant operation applications within the medical center and in other non-medical electronic applications as well. Performing scheduled preventive maintenance task, such as checking, cleaning, or repairing equipment to detect and prevent problems. Developing preventive maintenance procedures for new equipment and revising old procedures to reflect current accepted practices and changes which experience my dictate. Responsible for functional equipment safety regarding the operator and any other affected equipment user. Modifying devices and systems as required by the user and medical center needs or for more reliable performance. Composing and constructing electronic devices and systems utilizing existing instruments and devices as required by medical center needs. Instructing other electronic mechanics, HVAC mechanics, equipment users and others on the proper use, capability, and maintenance of electronic equipment. Providing instructions on the job but may conduct classroom instruction as well. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Industrial Controls Electronics Mechanic /PD06766A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The work requires good coordination, physical and mental health and intense concentration for long periods of time as well as perform tedious, precise procedures requiring good hand-eye coordination while seated. At times the incumbent is required to remain in cramped or awkward positions and must frequently lift or push equipment and devices in excess of 50 pounds. The incumbent works primarily indoors and is subject to exposure to noxious chemicals, contagious disease and risk of infection. He/she is subject to exposure to hazardous situations involving lethal electrical voltages, rotating machinery, high pressures, vacuums, etc. The incumbent is subjected to stress caused by responsibility of performing the primary duties of ensuring the safe, reliable, efficient and effective function of electronic devices and systems in a medical center setting. 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 Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Training-Service Agreement and Mobility Agreement required 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. 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 Inspect Instruct Plan and organize work Reliability And Dependability Without more than normal supervision 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 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. 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 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.