Duties

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The incumbent performs work that primarily involves repairing and operating several utility systems in the Cincinnati Medical Center facility.
• Start, stop, and regulate the utilities and their system components for optimum efficiency and to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair them.
• Preventive maintenance will be accomplished according to predetermined routine guidelines on various mechanical equipment and systems.
• Provides continuous coverage and engineering support to facilities included in the Cincinnati Division.
• Responsible for addressing, troubleshooting, and stabilizing, and/or resolve emergency situations requiring Engineering Service involvement.
• Determines the appropriate action(s), then initiate and coordinate the necessary action(s) to stabilize or fully resolve or repair the situation in question.
• Coordinates work with contracted vendors and/or notifying other Engineering Service employees of the need to report to the facility.
• Resolves non-routine situations, such as locksmith problems and medical equipment malfunctions.
• Maintains a detailed log/account of all shift activities including an explanation of his/her decision making involved in emergency situations.

• Air Conditioning Systems - This includes (1) 460 ton, (2) 210 ton twin, (1) 25 ton, (2) 15 ton, and (2) 10 ton chillers in the medical center and a central chilled water A/C plant, numerous packaged units and associated controls, along with pumps, fans, and air handling units. The main control system includes computer terminals, printers, and numerous control and monitor points throughout the medical center.
• Pneumatic Tube System - This includes the computer operated and monitors system; also includes the air operating system and all terminals throughout the medical center.
• Medical Gas Systems - These systems include the liquid oxygen, medical air, and medical vacuum, nitrogen, and nitrous oxide systems with associated piping, controls, valves, and compressors.
• Steam Distribution System - This system includes all piping, valves, regulators, converters, and economizers associated with steam distribution and condensate return for heating, cooking, cleaning, and sterilization purposes.
• Water Distribution Systems - These systems include all components of the domestic cold and hot water systems, fire protection, deionizer water systems, and the sewage and wastewater disposal systems.
• Electrical Distribution System - This system includes all components of the electrical distribution system including incoming 13, 200 volt feeders, transformers, circuit breakers, receptacles, and (5) Emergency generators with KW's ranging from 225KW to 440KW at the medical center used for emergency power.
• Natural Gas Distribution System - This system includes all piping, valves, and booster pumps associated with natural gas used for heating and cooking.
• Vertical Transportation Systems - This includes dumbwaiters, and elevators and their controls. Also includes passenger rescue.
• Refrigeration Systems - This includes all refrigerator and freezer units and their components, such as compressors, condensers, and piping.
• Miscellaneous Communication Systems - This includes the master antenna television (MATV) system, overhead paging, nurse call systems, and fire alarm system.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• "Must have a Universal Certification (to work with refrigerants).
• "Must have a valid state driver's license".

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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  Documents Accepted:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • Universal Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

  Documents Required:
  

  • Resume

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  Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
  Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.

• How to Apply

  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 03/31/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11880444.
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  2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
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  Agency contact information

  Israel Washington

  Phone

  (561) 817-0957

  Email

  israel.washington@va.gov

  Address

  Cincinnati VA Medical Center
  3200 Vine Street
  Cincinnati, OH 45220
  US

  Next steps

  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.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

ALL US CITIZENS DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.