This position is located in the Industrial Equipment Maintenance Branch, Plant Engineering Division, United States Mint, Denver. The position involves the installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting of a variety of complex integrated heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, i.e., water coolers, cooling towers, refrigerators, steam systems and ventilating equipment, all critical to the continued operation of production and administrative functions.
Summary
This position is located in the Industrial Equipment Maintenance Branch, Plant Engineering Division, United States Mint, Denver. The position involves the installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting of a variety of complex integrated heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, i.e., water coolers, cooling towers, refrigerators, steam systems and ventilating equipment, all critical to the continued operation of production and administrative functions.
The following are the duties of this position at the WG-11. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties and will receive training to help you grow in this position.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot malfunctions on a variety of complex integrated heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Repair, overhaul, and replace parts and components for those systems.
Balance and make adjustments to complex, integrated HVAC systems to meet climate-controlled conditions in production, administrative offices, laboratory, and maintenance areas by changing and monitoring settings - using the Building Automation Systems (BAS), computers, valves, heating and cooling dampers and motors.
Test for refrigerant and coolant leaks, evacuate, and clean systems, and recharge refrigerant systems using chemical dryers, evacuation and vacuum pumps, and other equipment as required.
Perform electrical repairs to maintain all HVAC systems, motor control centers, refrigeration equipment, electrical and control distribution systems, and smoke, fire, and security alarm systems.
Check equipment and systems daily and make operational tests and adjustments based on manufacturer's specifications, engineering design criteria, design specifications, blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and maintenance instruction and operational manuals.
All employees must wear face masks while on MINT property when required by CDC and Federal guidelines.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to E.O. 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
Qualifications
A one-year probationary period may be required.
Must successfully complete a background investigation.
Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.
Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
Shift Work: This facility operates on a 24 hour per day, three-shift basis, 5 days a week. Work schedules may vary and assignment to a specific shift cannot be guaranteed. The successful applicant must be available to work on all three shifts on a rotational basis.
May be required to wear safety clothing and/or equipment required by the position. This may include safety shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, gloves, masks, etc.
Pass a pre-employment physical examination.
Pass a color-vision test.
Pass a visual acuity test.
This opportunity is also open to Status Candidates under Announcement 23-MINT-79. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.
The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service.
Physical Requirements:
Sits seldom (up to 10% of the time) Stands frequently (up to 70% of the time) Walks frequently (up to 70% of the time) Drives seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 10 lbs from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 10 lbs between knuckle and chest level occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Lifts up to 10 lbs above shoulder level occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Lifts up to 20 lbs from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 20 lbs between knuckle and chest level occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Lifts up to 20 lbs above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 30 lbs from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 30 lbs between knuckle and chest level occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Lifts up to 30 lbs above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 40 lbs from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 40 lbs between knuckle and chest level occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Lifts up to 40 lbs above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 50 lbs from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 50 lbs between knuckle and chest level occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Lifts up to 50 lbs above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts greater than 50 lbs from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts greater than 50 lbs between knuckle and chest level seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Carries unilateral seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Carries bilateral occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Pushes pulls up to 50 lbs of force occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Pushes pulls up to 10 lbs of force occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Climbs forklift steps seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Climbs stairs occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Climbs ladders occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Works at heights balances occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Bends at waist occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Twists at waist occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Crouches squats occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Kneels occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Crawls seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Reaches knees to shoulders frequently (up to 70% of the time)
Reaches above shoulders occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Repetitive arm motion occurs seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Repetitive hand motion occurs seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Power grasps occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Pinch grasps seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Fine finger manipulation occurs seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Use of foot controls required seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Ability to hear required frequently (up to 70% of the time)
Ability to see required constantly (greater than 70% of the time)
Whole body vibration experienced seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Upper extremity vibration experienced seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Up to 30% of work may occur outdoors
AND
You must show in your experience in the online application that you possess the knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
Key Requirements:
Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
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Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
You must meet the screen-out element Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision, normally addressed at the beginning of the online questions. In addition, you must also obtain an average score of two (2) for the following elements for this position as addressed through the online question in order to be considered minimally qualified. Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (screen-out) , Knowledge of Equipment, Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic), Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading), Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment.
Additional information
OTHER INFORMATION:
We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
This is a bargaining unit position.
We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes:
Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards.
Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire.
A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums.
A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.
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.
Your application includes your résumé, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your résumé includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination.
Rating: Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (screen-out) , Knowledge of Equipment, Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic), Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading), Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment.
Category rating will be used to rank and select eligible candidates. If qualified, you will be assigned to one of three quality level categories, superior (highest quality category), good (middle quality category), and acceptable (minimally qualified category), depending on your responses to the online questions, regarding your experience, education, and training related to this position. A subject matter expert may be used in the evaluation. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application.
Veterans' preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Preference-eligibles will be listed at the top of their assigned category and considered before non-preference-eligibles in that category.Qualified preference-eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest category.
Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in a selection interview.
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.
A complete application includes 1. A résumé, 2. Vacancy question responses, and 3. Submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).Please ensure all required documents, including any required work samples, narratives, or other materials as stated in this announcement, are attached to your application package.
All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view résumé tips.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION: If you are claiming veterans preference, please see applicant guide for required documentation. In order to be considered for veterans preference, you must submit all required documentation as outlined in the applicant guide.
CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.
RECOMMENDED DOCUMENTS: In addition, we recommend that you submit copies of the following:
A list of awards received (if applicable). DO NOT send copies of awards.
A copy of your most recent completed performance appraisal.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
The US Mint has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.
The Bureau provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application:
-Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login). A list of announcements in which you have applied is at the Welcome screen.
-Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.
If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.
Denver Mint - MANUFACTURING DEPARTMENT /Denver
Administrative Resource Center
Parkersburg, WV 26101
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
A complete application includes 1. A résumé, 2. Vacancy question responses, and 3. Submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).Please ensure all required documents, including any required work samples, narratives, or other materials as stated in this announcement, are attached to your application package.
All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view résumé tips.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION: If you are claiming veterans preference, please see applicant guide for required documentation. In order to be considered for veterans preference, you must submit all required documentation as outlined in the applicant guide.
CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.
RECOMMENDED DOCUMENTS: In addition, we recommend that you submit copies of the following:
A list of awards received (if applicable). DO NOT send copies of awards.
A copy of your most recent completed performance appraisal.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
The US Mint has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.
The Bureau provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application:
-Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login). A list of announcements in which you have applied is at the Welcome screen.
-Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.
If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.
Denver Mint - MANUFACTURING DEPARTMENT /Denver
Administrative Resource Center
Parkersburg, WV 26101
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
