Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences • Bethesda, MD

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About The Position

This public notice flyer informs interested applicants of anticipated vacancies; applications are not accepted through the flyer, and applicants must follow the instructions in the “How to Apply” section to be considered. There may or may not be vacancies filled from this flyer, and applicants who respond will not receive Notice of Result letters.

The mechanic installs, maintains, modifies, and repairs special-purpose HVAC+R systems, often modified to provide specific and critical climatic conditions in laboratories. The work includes maintaining systems and components such as compressors, air handlers, electric motors, pneumatics, DDCs, electric controls, evaporators, humidifiers, refrigerated air drivers, pumps, and refrigerated chillers. In a biohazard suite, the mechanic also maintains and repairs electrical, lighting, plumbing, and HVAC systems to ensure proper suite pressure.

The position is Mission Essential. It may require travel from the normal duty station to locations within and outside the continental United States, including remote or isolated sites, and extended travel on military and commercial aircraft. A pre-appointment physical examination, pre-employment drug test, and interim and/or final security clearance are required.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check if new to the Department of the Navy.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and pre-employment drug test; subject to random drug testing.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
• Must be able to travel, potentially to remote or isolated CONUS and OCONUS sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skill needed to perform the trade and labor duties at the applying level; qualifications are evaluated based on knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies, and job elements.
• Must meet the screen-out requirement of being able to do the work without more than normal supervision and receive at least two points on the screen-out element.
• Must meet OPM Job Qualification Handbook requirements for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, modify, and repair special-purpose HVAC+R systems that provide specific and critical climatic conditions in laboratories.
• Apply knowledge of the functions and operations of large-scale HVAC+R systems.
• Dismantle, repair, replace parts, reassemble, balance, and operate systems and components.
• Maintain and repair system components, including compressors, air handlers, electric motors, pneumatics, DDCs, electric controls, evaporators, humidifiers, refrigerated air drivers, pumps, and refrigerated chillers.
• Dismantle components, visually inspect them, test circuits and parts, and repair or replace malfunctioning elements.
• Reassemble components, reconnect them to systems, and start up, test, balance, and set controls to provide required conditions.
• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and manually operated components and equipment for large-scale HVAC+R systems.
• Install, repair, and modify pipes and ducts to redirect or provide air to areas with new requirements.
• Maintain and repair electrical, lighting, plumbing, and HVAC systems in the biohazard suite to ensure it maintains proper pressure.
• Ensure continuity of operations and completion of tasks designated as essential to the mission.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for eligible employees; benefits depend on position type.
• Other hiring managers may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or recruitment incentives, depending on funding availability and policy.

What This Job Offers

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