Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic (Open until filled)
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Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 36 - 42
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
This position is part of The Donald J. Trump and John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts (the Center). The incumbent serves as a journeyman to senior master Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic (HVAC) on the Kennedy Center staff and to perform HVAC work and other diversified duties on complex HVAC systems Controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Responsible for HVAC systems that support a wide variety of nonstandard commercial applications including restaurants theaters concert halls opera houses large interior and exterior event spaces parking garages and office space.
- Inspects constructs installs maintains repairs controls diagnoses troubleshoots modifies relocates and loads and tests a wide variety of HVAC systems. Use Building Automation Systems to diagnose adjust set and monitor temperatures and humidities as required.
- Recognizes or diagnoses the electrical or electronic faults in HVAC equipment and makes repairs.
- Troubleshoots electronics in order to isolate cause of malfunction in components and works on electrical components that include series parallel compound lines and circuits for single and multiple phase alternating current.
- Installs inspects modifies maintains repairs and operates controls for variable frequency drives switch gear and motor controllers.
- Repairs or replaces defective motors transformers contractors relays breakers programmable logic controllers circuit boards and thermostats.
- Installs feeder and branch circuits of all sizes and in correctly sized conduit.
Conditions of employment
- US Citizenship is required.
- Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
- Direct Deposit of pay is required.
- Selective Service registration required for male applicants unless exempt.
- Must have Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 Universal Certification at time of appointment.
Qualifications
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 Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C.
SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element. 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.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below:
1. Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. (SCREEN OUT) (OPM Job Element 1)
2. Knowledge of Equipment Assembly Installation and Repair (OPM Job Element 2-E)
3. Ability To Interpret Instructions Specification etc. (includes blueprinting reading) (OPM Job Element 75-A)
4. Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment (OPM Job Element 81)
If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient you will receive no further preparing your application describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job related factors.
Minimum qualifications for trades and labor positions are determined by evaluation of job elements. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements in order to be considered qualified for this position.
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; religious; spiritual; community student social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
Must provide a copy of EPA 608 Universal Certification at time of application or at time of appointment.
Physical Efforts and Working Conditions:
Incumbent must be in good physical condition. The incumbent will climb ladders and must be able to climb stair towers of greater than 100 feet. Accessing work sites often requires walking more than three miles throughout the day and stepping over objects. Work of this position involves pushing pulling or carrying of objects of varying sizes and shapes weighing up to 50 works in confined areas such as attics near ceilings in utility corridors etc. Incumbent will work from various heights on ladders lifts and scaffolding. Duties are performed both inside and outside in weather conditions varying from hot humid summer heat to below freezing winter temperatures.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Career Transition Assistance Programs: CTAP/ICTAP provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus displaced or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal proof of eligibility and most current SF-50 noting position grade level and duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP applicants must be well-qualified (i.e. meet the minimum qualification requirements including any selective placement factors; education and experience requirements) score at least 85 on the assessment questionnaire and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For information on CTAP and ICTAP visit: Authorities: For more information on appointment authority eligibility requirements: Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment may be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
Other Special Appointment Authorities
OPM Interchange Agreement and Other Miscellaneous Authorities
Telework Suitability:
The duties of this position are not suitable for core or situational telework use the Center guidance during an emergency or natural disaster.
Stipulations of Employment:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or (1-2)-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:
This position requires a fixed work schedule; flexible work schedules will not be authorized.
The tour of duty: Tuesday through Saturday 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
This position is subject to work an uncommon tour including nights weekends and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.
Miscellaneous:
This position is covered by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 2463.
The Center uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities please visit position is being advertised concurrently with vacancy announcement # KC-26-DE-HD using Delegated Examining (DE) procedures. If interested refer to that announcement to determine if you meet DE requirements and can apply to that announcement. NOTE: You must apply separately to each announcement in order to be considered under both.
Applications for these positions will be accepted on a continuous basis up to the closing date of the announcement. Referrals will be made no more than one time each week.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
Key Skills
- Hand Tools
- Math
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- HVAC/R
- Service Technician Experience
- Maintenance
- Refrigeration
- Ductwork
- Cordova
- Troubleshooting
- Air Conditioning
