Maintenance Mechanic

Duties and responsibilities for this position include but not limited to the following:

• Performs all duties of a journeyman Locksmith.
• Performs complex tasks involved in building repairing overhauling modifying adapting testing and installing a variety of locking and security devices typically found on doors windows narcotic boxes medicine and file cabinets lockers laundry chutes electric panels padlocks burglar alarms special locks used in detention areas x-ray developing and other areas where due to unusual conditions the area must be made secure temporarily or for an indefinite length of time.
• Responsible for the FxHCC Locksmith Program including data entry and updating key information into space files.
• Maintains a file of locksmith supply literature and informs supervisor of supply reorder needs.
• Determines the appropriate quantity and types of locks parts tools and key blanks to stock.
• Maintains a complete record of each lock and updates daily posting all changes.
• Fabricates keys from patterns or by code equipment.
• Responsible for installing and maintaining electronic locking systems like digitally encoded key systems for example the Marlock brand security system.
• Must have the ability to use software packages to various lock systems including those on med carts and security locking systems.
• Responsible for the training and development of Key Control Programs for all Key Control Representatives.
• Responsible for operating a computerized system of records.
• Conducts training on the Key Control System and required Computerized System Records.
• Works closely with management at all levels concerning security of keying issues and to determine the most suitable locks to be used in throughout the Fredericksburg Health Care Center.
• Establish and maintain the Key Control System for the FxHCC Engineering Section.
• Work also includes duplicating and cutting keys the keying and combination of locking mechanisms and the management of the key control system for the FxHCC.
• Cuts all keys for use by hospital personnel codes them for identification and services key duplicating machine to keep it in good operating condition.
• Maintains electronic proximity card locks for medication rooms computer rooms pharmacy warehouse and other secure areas. Uses personal computer to assign prox cards to necessary employees.
• Performs other directly related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm. This Position supports 24/7 operations throughout the calendar year. Work is typically performed on the assigned shift; however candidate may be subject to overtime work shift work and/or work on rotating shifts to include days evenings weekends and holidays. Subject to call back outside tour of duty.
Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD500790

Physical Requirements: Incumbent is required to be able to lift 50 pounds and be physically able to walk bend stoop stand and work in close spaces for long periods of time. Must have normal hearing and vision (with or without glasses) and possess good dexterity and coordination between hands and eyes.

Working Conditions: Incumbent works in a fully secured shop and performs 60% of preliminary work therein. The remainder of the time spent working is in the field both indoors and out doors. Exposed to possibility of cuts abrasions scrapes and bruises. Must wear shields for protection when operating key cutting machine and electric grinder. Observes all safety precautions.

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by a background investigation
• 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 Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• 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 dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the Required Documents section of this announcement.

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

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:

• Manages and Organizes Information
• Self Management
• Technical Competence
• 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.