Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic
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Job Location:
Lackland Air Force Base, TX - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 30 - 35
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
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The primary purpose of this position is to install repair and modify large/complex systems that provide for a variety of air conditioning functions such as heating cooling humidifying dehumidifying cleaning filtering and circulating.
- The employee repairs and maintains a variety of large commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and supporting equipment with complex problems and extensive repairs requiring judgment to locate malfunctions.
- Plans lays out and installs a variety of large complex commercial and industrial systems and supporting equipment used to condition air in warehouses shops hangars hospitals and large office buildings.
- Troubleshoots a variety of large commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems and
supporting equipment. - Utilizes established safety practices rules regulations and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing such as safety shoes glasses ear protection face masks and/or hard hats.
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service see
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- This position is subject to provision of the DOD Priority Placement Program
- Shift work may be required
- Emergency overtime may be required
- The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate valid drivers license will be required for the position
- Position requires CFC/NCFC Certification (universal) as required by 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F. EPA
- Recall to duty may be a requirement of this position
- The physical requirements of this position as determined by the manager are: The employee lifts carries and handles equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds with assistance.
- Works from ladders scaffolding platforms or cramped areas where equipment parts or tools are hard to reach. Work requires frequent stooping stretching bending kneeling and working in tiring uncomfortable positions for long periods.
- In addition work involves frequent movement and maneuvering of large heavy equipment using hoists holders and pulleys as required.
- This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
- Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force national security and public safety.
- This position has a limited area of consideration to 502d Air Base Wing.
Qualifications
In order to qualify you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5300 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of an AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC without more than normal supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Knowledge of the principles and theories of air conditioning and refrigeration and properties of refrigerants. Knowledge of the construction and operation of a variety of large commercial and complex industrial systems. Knowledge of safety regulations practices and procedures.
- Skill in dismantling repairing and reassembling pumps impellers compressors chillers receivers and evaporators.
- Skill in maintaining difficult balances of a variety of refrigerant controls and complicated motor controls.
- Skill in troubleshooting complex problems on large projects applying prescribed test procedures and equipment.
- Skill in the use of hand tools power tools and a variety of test equipment.
- Ability to interpret instructions specifications etc. (including blueprint reading).
WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee works indoors and outdoors on elevated structures and in cramped areas. Subject to discomfort from face masks or other protective devices when there is a possibility of exposure to toxic refrigerants noxious gases fumes or acids. Subject to possible burns from refrigerants. Works near moving parts of equipment and machinery energized electrical circuits sharp metal edges loud noises and toxic fumes which could cause cuts burns and respiratory ailments. May be subject to sudden and frequent temperature changes.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice your most recent performance rating and your most recent SF-50 noting position grade level and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants if determined best qualified must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4 Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4 Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants if determined well qualified and selected will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4 select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016 who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information click here.
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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
