The Air Conditioning Equipment Operator operates the multiple-zone air conditioning plant consisting of several centrifugal chillers. The tasks assigned to the Air Conditioning Equipment Operator are more complex and require a broad knowledge of equipment and systems and receives little to no detailed instructions in the performance of assigned tasks.
Summary
The Air Conditioning Equipment Operator operates the multiple-zone air conditioning plant consisting of several centrifugal chillers. The tasks assigned to the Air Conditioning Equipment Operator are more complex and require a broad knowledge of equipment and systems and receives little to no detailed instructions in the performance of assigned tasks.
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DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (COVID-19 - VA 005) in-accordance with 5 U.S.C. 3304(a)(3) and 5 CFR 337.205(b)(1)-(4).
Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) is the largest facility in VISN 9. TVHS is a tertiary integrated healthcare system comprised of two Medical Centers located in Nashville, TN and Murfreesboro, TN. There are nineteen (19) additional clinic locations located throughout Middle Tennessee and Kentucky. Locations include: Murfreesboro, Chattanooga, Tullahoma, Clarksville, Nashville, Dover, Cookeville, McMinnville, Columbia, Harriman, Athens, and Gallatin, in Tennessee; Bowling Green and Hopkinsville in Kentucky. Tennessee has NO STATE TAXES!!!The AC Equipment Mechanic's duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
Operate a large variety of HVAC and refrigeration system such as walk-in, reach-in coolers, deep freezers, etc.
Operate and maintain refrigerant recovery equipment necessary to comply with EPA Clean Air Act, Agency regulation and Federal laws.
Operate multiple-zone air conditioning plants consisting of several centrifugal and air cooled chillers.
Operate refrigeration equipment for cold storage and ice making consisting of a variety of equipment.
Service all refrigerators, centrifuges, freezers, ice machines, etc.
Ability to operate computer systems in order to respond to alarms, abnormal readings and shut down equipment or systems to make repairs, correct problems and check for proper operation of alarms.
Assist with requested shut downs of HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.
Start, stop and adjust various air conditioning equipment, as needed, in order to maintain required conditions of special areas.
Adjust, monitor and repair steam operated heat exchange equipment located in equipment rooms.
Performs preventive maintenance to include changing filters, cleaning strainers, lubricating and replacing broken drive belts on various equipment, preplacing electrical components. found to be defective such as motors, relays, capacitors, contractors, switches, thermostats and transformers.
Repair multiple pump and compressor systems such as primary and secondary chill water pumps, centrifugal and reciprocating chillers.
Maintain/ repair air distribution components including dual duct mixing boxes, variable air volume coxes, constant air volume boxes and direct control boxes.
Adjust and replace air conditioning heating and cooling systems and control systems.
Emergency troubleshoot and repair of multi-zone air conditioning equipment with all necessary fans, pumps, cooling towers and controls.
Account for refrigerants individually following EPA regulations.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections on HVAC systems and equipment to include associated fire alarms devices as required.
Repair steam driven heat exchangers associated with reheat systems.
Operate a large variety of HVAC and refrigeration system such as walk-in, reach-in coolers, deep freezers, etc.
Maintain and repair a variety of HVAC and refrigeration system such as walk-in, reach-in coolers, deep freezers, etc.
Repair and modify a variety of equipment and systems.
The incumbent must possess and maintain a Universal Refrigerant Certification. A legible copy of your current, valid certification must be submitted with your application in order to be considered.**
Work Schedule: Based on the needs of the service - all shifts, may include weekends and holidays Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Operator/PD70153A
PHYSICAL EFFORT: The physical requirement of this position involves the handling and carrying of tools, equipment and resting devices rarely weighing over 50 pounds. May use a platform and scaffolding equipment to repair hard to reach parts.
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
Universal Refrigerant Certification is required
Qualifications
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 appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire, 'Ability to Do the Work of the Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic without More Than Normal Supervision' (Screen-Out Element). 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:
Dexterity and Safety
Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair
Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)
Measuring Instruments
Operation of Equipment/Machinery
Technical Practices
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Lighting, heating and ventilation in work area. Incumbent is exposed to heat restricted ventilation and poor illumination in areas such as equipment rooms. Weather conditions to which exposed when working outdoors. Incumbent is exposed to all weather conditions when working outside (parking areas, roof, etc.) Temperatures to which exposed in the work area - Incumbent is exposed to varying climatic conditions from an office, to environmentally controlled space, to excessive heat in the boiler plant. Dust, grease, and soiling of clothing and skin surfaces - Incumbent is exposed to various hazardous materials during performing work assignments. He is provided protective clothing, equipment and safety devices for his personal protection. Noise and vibration - The equipment rooms are above the normal decibel rating and hearing protection is provided. Gases and fumes - Hazardous gases/fumes are in the work environment during various tasks. Respiratory protection is provided for the incumbent. Hazards in the working above ground level, on slippery surfaces or in crowded areas near moving equipment or cutting tools. Incumbent is at risk of injury from falls, burns, bruises and cuts. Incumbents works on tall ladders and scaffolds using dangerous power tools and occasionally is exposed to communicable disease while working in certain wards.
Education
No education substitutions.
Additional information
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be accessed in the order in which the applications were received and select any qualified applicant in that order.
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.
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
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.
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 06/28/2021 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11147092.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete..
Tennessee Valley HCS - Nashville
1310 24th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37212
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.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
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.
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 06/28/2021 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11147092.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete..
Tennessee Valley HCS - Nashville
1310 24th Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37212
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.
