Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Worker

Architect of the Capitol • Washington, DC

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About The Position

This position is in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, Superintendent, House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent, Facility Operations Division, Mechanical Systems Branch, Mechanical Systems Day, Evening or Night Section. The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Worker performs progressively more difficult tasks involving the installation, repair, and modification of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems that regulate climatic conditions.

The tour of duty is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Hours may be flexible within core business hours or may change due to operational needs. This is an emergency-essential position; depending on the emergency, the employee may be required to report to work.

Applicants must meet the stated eligibility and qualification requirements by the announcement closing date, including the screen-out requirement to perform Air Conditioning Equipment Worker duties without more than normal supervision. There are no educational requirements. Employment is subject to drug testing, a background check, and criminal-record-check adjudication. A newly appointed selectee must complete a one-year trial or probationary period.

Requirements

• Ability to perform Air Conditioning Equipment Worker duties without more than normal supervision.
• Application materials must demonstrate sufficient job-related experience to perform the position's duties.
• Must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or meet one of the listed statutory eligibility categories for paid employment with the Architect of the Capitol.
• Must pass a drug test and background check; selected applicants are subject to a criminal record check and satisfactory adjudication.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify Selective Service registration or provide proof of exemption, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Veterans' preference applies. Eligible veterans should submit a DD-214 or other proof of eligibility, SF-15 if applicable, and VA disability documentation if applicable.
• Prior non-Federal or uniformed service experience may qualify for credit toward a higher annual leave accrual rate.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and modify air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems.
• Connect and perform routine maintenance or repair work on power sources of cooling units.
• Tighten connections, make splices, and insulate exposed wires.
• Examine systems for proper operation.
• Replace belts, fans, and fuses.
• Clean and lubricate moving equipment parts.
• Replace compressors, condensers, expansion valves, float and service valves, thermostats, coils, and drive assemblies on cooling units.
• Test repaired units to ensure they perform according to requirements.
• Check conditioned-space temperatures and refrigeration-cycle components for proper operation.
• Inspect lubricant levels, unusual noises, overheated bearings, loose physical or electrical connections, faulty insulation, frayed or loose belts, gaskets, pulleys, and other defects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits, potentially including medical and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and student loan repayment and forgiveness.
• Potential credit toward a higher annual leave accrual rate based on qualifying prior service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed