This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/805256600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position involves the direction and supervision of Air Conditioning Operators and other maintenance staff as assigned, in the installation, maintenance, and repair of all HVAC systems and apparatuses. The incumbent shall have a thorough background and working knowledge of all utility systems, including plumbing, pipefitting, HVAC, electrical, etc., as well as the ability to plan, coordinate, advise, and supervise the completion of work by all trades.
08/16/2024 to 08/29/2024
$42.28 - $49.34 per hour
WS 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
None
Yes
No
No
CBTE-12501770-24-SH
805256600
ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.
Supervisory Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to exercise technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers accomplishing trades and labor work within the Chiller Plant, Maintenance & Repair Section, Facilities Management Service. The incumbent will have control, responsibility, and supervision of all systems that directly affect patient and staff environments and relate directly to their safety and comfort by maintaining a comfortable temperature and humidity. Positions supervised will include 3+ WG-09s.
The incumbent shall be responsible for the proper maintenance and operation of the following systems and equipment: HVAC Control Systems, Mainframe Computer Based Temperature Control Systems, Heating Systems (including steam and hot water systems), Air Conditioning Systems, and operation of Centralized Chilled Water System and Cooling Towers.
Initiates job work orders for preventive maintenance and associated repairs to prevent service outages, and/or equipment downtime, thereby serving to minimize callbacks and overtime. Reviews work orders and preventative maintenance requirements, reflecting structures to be constructed, installed, modified, altered, or repaired. The position also oversees the necessary documentation of preventative maintenance and work orders through the work order system or other methods of documentation. The incumbent is responsible for recording on work orders all repaired data including time, parts, materials, and cost of items used. Initiates work orders for repair and maintenance of equipment as required by service-line policies, Medical Center Policies (MCPs), and Joint Commission (JC), and ensures compliance with policies and regulations are met and maintained in the appropriate frequency.
Non-Supervisory Duties
The incumbent collaborates with the M&O Foreman (FOS) to provide information and advice to the management regarding the feasibility and cost of work assignments, budget estimates, and workload data to assist in the preparation and review of long-range plans and schedules. Scope
of involvement includes the full range of maintenance-related activities, from routine preventive maintenance (PM) and Maintenance & Repair (M&R) through renovation, remodeling, and construction.
The position also responds to all emergency maintenance needs to make sure needs are met properly and the work required is reflected in planning and scheduling. The supervisor will periodically be required to de-energize and energize equipment, utilizing appropriate PPE as required. Planning and documentation are also enhanced through the position's participation in M&R reviews. The position keeps the M&O Foreman, and other shop supervisors advised of the status of unusual or emergent situations. The position participates with supervisors in the preparation of short and long-range plans related to work schedules, staffing needs, material needs, equipment needs, training needs, space, and other functional needs and identifies anticipated problem areas.
Planning
The incumbent will plan the use of workers, equipment, facilities, materials, and tools on a day-to-day or project-by-project basis. They will adhere to work priorities, project schedules, resources, and detailed work plans established by higher-level supervisors and follow customary work cycles and sequences in planning work assignments. The incumbent will track and report progress on work assignments and request authority to adjust worker assignments and to use overtime, equipment, and materials to meet schedules. The position also recommends changes to schedules, priorities, and work sequences as necessary and making minor deviations in procedures or redirection of resources under their control to overcome problems such as equipment failure, material delays, or unplanned absences. Position works with other shop supervisors in determining resource requirements, including equipment, space, materials, maintenance & repair parts, contract support staffing, overtime, etc., to accomplish the workload. The position participates in budget reviews and prioritizes and maximizes work within available budget and constraints.
Work Schedule: The employee may be required to work other than non-duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
Emergency overtime may be required.
Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditiong Equipment Operating Supervisor/PD10274O
The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. A valid driver's license may be required for the position. Shift work may be required. The employee may be required to work other than non-duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Emergency overtime may be required.
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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 (TJO). Please visit the Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP), va.gov/EMPLOYEE/docs/The-Fair-Chance-to-Compete-Act.pdf for more information.
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.
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.
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.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Documents Accepted:
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/29/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12501770.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Documents Accepted:
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 08/29/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12501770.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/805256600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.