Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic

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. Checks elements which control low and high side pressure; the temperature of the cooling units, liquid and suction lines, and the running time of various mechanisms.
• 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. Uses and maintains tools. Maintains records and documents actions.
• Installs, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains a variety of large commercial and industrial heating boilers and/or heating systems and supporting equipment. Performs work on power boilers which use gas, oil, or a combination of fuels for hot water production and distribution plants.

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit:
  All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Shift work may be required.
• Emergency overtime may be required.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is 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 be 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.

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 GROUP
. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue‑corner 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…