This position serves as the Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor in the Facilities Management Service at the Richmond VA Medical Center, under the supervision of the Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist, with second-level direction provided by the Assistant Chief Healthcare Engineer. As such, this position is responsible for supervising one (1) WL-10 Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Work Leader, and ten (10) WG-10 Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanics.
Summary
This position serves as the Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor in the Facilities Management Service at the Richmond VA Medical Center, under the supervision of the Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist, with second-level direction provided by the Assistant Chief Healthcare Engineer. As such, this position is responsible for supervising one (1) WL-10 Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Work Leader, and ten (10) WG-10 Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanics.
The primary responsibility is to supervise the operations, maintenance, and repair of all Richmond VAMC s air handlers, refrigerators, decentralized chillers, and cold storage rooms, reheat, heat exchangers, pumps, fans, motors, valves, and thermostats of Richmond VAMC 24x7, around-the-clock air conditioning section.
As a regular and recurring part of the position, the incumbent is assigned duties and responsibilities for supervising the complete operation, repair, installation and maintenance of all Richmond VAMC air handlers, refrigerators, decentralized chillers, and cold storage rooms, such as the morgue and walk-in refrigerators. This includes multiple buildings including, but not limited to 500 Main Hospital, 511 Yellow Clinic, 512 Fisher House I and II, 509 Manufacturing, 513 Clinical, 520 Women's Clinic, 523 Data Center, 514 Polytrauma, 508 COOP, 507 Multi-Use and 515 Outpatient Polytrauma.
Plans and schedules the work of subordinate employees in their performance of various maintenance and operations duties throughout the Richmond VAMC campus.
Performs other directly related duties as assigned.
Additional Information
Tour of Duty/Overtime. Emergency overtime may be required. May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overtime and/or changes in the employee's standard tour of duty may be required upon occasion to complete assigned task.
Valid State Driver's License. Must possess a valid driver's license. Incumbent requires occasional travel to satellite VA facilities with a government furnished vehicle to support these facilities as required. In addition, this incumbent is a critical incumbent and will require supporting the hospital in emergent situations at all hours; must have the capability to drive to the facility. The incumbent must be able to drive a motor vehicle and heavy equipment.
Respirator Requirement. Required to be fit tested for a respirator on an annual basis which may prohibit facial hair growth.
Fire Stopping/NFPA Requirements. Must be proficient at repairing firewalls as the result of any penetrations made by the installation of any wires, conduits, mechanical piping, etc. In addition, will identify, follow, and implement all NFPA requirements to assure the safe operations at the medical center. Examples include assuring all conduit systems are properly. installed with their appropriate covers and fire sprinkler piping is not used to support anything. Ultimately it is the responsibility to identify and repair these deficiencies and if not qualified to remedy, assure the immediate supervisor is contacted to properly address.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4pm Tour of Duty/Overtime. Emergency overtime may be required. May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overtime and/or changes in the employee's standard tour of duty may be required upon occasion to complete assigned task. Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor/PD015940 Telework: Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for th 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 Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
You may be required to serve a probationary period
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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification 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)
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/13/2025.
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:
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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Tour of Duty/Overtime. Emergency overtime may be required. May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Overtime and/or changes in the employee's standard tour of duty may be required upon occasion to complete assigned task.
Valid State Driver's License. Must possess a valid driver's license. Incumbent requires occasional travel to satellite VA facilities with a government furnished vehicle to support these facilities as required. In addition, this incumbent is a critical incumbent and will require supporting the hospital in emergent situations at all hours; must have the capability to drive to the facility. The incumbent must be able to drive a motor vehicle and heavy equipment.
Respirator Requirement. Required to be fit tested for a respirator on an annual basis which may prohibit facial hair growth.
Fire Stopping/NFPA Requirements. Must be proficient at repairing firewalls as the result of any penetrations made by the installation of any wires, conduits, mechanical piping, etc. In addition, will identify, follow, and implement all NFPA requirements to assure the safe operations at the medical center. Examples include assuring all conduit systems are properly. installed with their appropriate covers and fire sprinkler piping is not used to support anything. Ultimately it is the responsibility to identify and repair these deficiencies and if not qualified to remedy, assure the immediate supervisor is contacted to properly address.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
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Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
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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.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 05/13/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12732915.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
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.
During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.
Central Virginia VA Health Care System
1201 Broad Rock Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23249
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications 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. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 05/13/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12732915.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
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.
During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.
Central Virginia VA Health Care System
1201 Broad Rock Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23249
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications 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. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
