Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic-Amended

**Amended to Extend Closing Date**
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs diagnostics troubleshooting programming tuning and repair of Building Automation Systems (BAS/Metasys) PLC based control panels DDC systems field controllers HMl/graphics points alarm/trend configurations communications links and device addressing for all CEP associated equipment including boilers chillers generators cooling towers pumps and distribution systems.
• Monitors plant performance using BAS local panels and field rounds to identify abnormalities initiate corrective actions and ensure safe continuous steam chilled water and power generation.
• Ensures all diagnostic findings corrective actions repairs control adjustments and operational interventions are accurately and promptly documented in the work order system to maintain complete compliant and auditable maintenance records.
• Verifies integrity of control logic sequences of operation setpoints PID tuning and alarm thresholds; restores controls functionality and validates normal operation through trend analysis loop checks interlock testing and live functional testing.
• Performs the full range of corrective and preventive maintenance repairs inspections and component level troubleshooting on all mechanical systems within the CEP including boilers DA tanks condensate tanks feedwater systems heat exchangers chillers cooling towers pumps AHUs exhaust fans flow meters VFDs domestic water systems and chemical feed distribution equipment.

The employee will be rotated between the Lake Nona and Lake Baldwin CEPs to ensure continuity of care and knowledge sharing between both locations.

Work Schedule: Sunday-Saturday 12:00AM-12:00PM 12:00PM-12:00AM or Monday-Thursday 6:00AM-4:00PM or Tuesday-Friday 6:00AM-4:00PM. Rotating Shifts between both CEPs.
Position Description Title/PD#: Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic-Amended/PD07500A
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 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:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

To qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 07/20/2026.

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:

• Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
• Ability to Use Hand and Power Tools (Electronics)
• Ingenuity (Ability to Suggest and Apply New Methods)
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly Installation and Repair etc.
• Theory of Electronics
• Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment)
• Use of Test Equipment: 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: he employee is expected to be able to do a considerable amount of walking standing stooping bending and crawling. He/she will cork off ladders in congested areas in overhead or tight cramped or awkward positions and under or inside of equipment. Work requires considerable standing stooping and bending. The position requires considerable arm movement. The employee will lift at least 45 pounds and carry for distances and up or down stairs. For required lifting of weights over 45 pounds employee will use material handling devices and/or request assistance.

Working Conditions: The employee is expected to be able to do a considerable amount of walking standing stooping bending and crawling. He/she will cork off ladders in congested areas in overhead or tight cramped or awkward positions and under or inside of equipment. Work requires considerable standing stooping and bending. The position requires considerable arm movement. The employee will lift at least 45 pounds and carry for distances and up or down stairs. For required lifting of weights over 45 pounds employee will use material handling devices and/or request assistance.