Maintenance Mechanic

Veterans Health Administration • Orlando, FL

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic serves within the Facilities Management Service/Engineering Branch at the Orlando VA Medical Center reporting to the WS-4701-10 Maintenance Supervisor. The Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for the day to day maintenance and operations of mechanical systems and equipment repair duties. Duties Included, but not limited to: Ensure that operation, maintenance and repair of all mechanical aspects of building and facilities will be maintained. Install, maintain, repair, and inspect all varieties of equipment. Install, maintain and repair all water, high pressure steam, medical gas and vacuum systems, non-medical sterilization equipment, kitchen equipment, water based fire protection systems, domestic water chlorinating systems, water softeners and gas systems. Inspect piping, valves, medical gas systems, control fittings, and auxiliary equipment of steam plant, gas-fired equipment and steam, gas and water distribution systems for defects. Disassemble and repair damaged sections or fabricates replacements from stock. Maintain all facility sewer systems and storm drain systems. Install, modify, and repair new and existing high-pressure piping systems and equipment. Work from building plans, blueprints, and sketches to lay out plan, placement and operation of various piping systems and equipment.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing 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.
• 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 identification 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).
• As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• 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.
• Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)
• Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.
• Knowledge of Materials
• Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)
• Use of Measuring Instruments

Responsibilities

• Ensure that operation, maintenance and repair of all mechanical aspects of building and facilities will be maintained.
• Install, maintain, repair, and inspect all varieties of equipment.
• Install, maintain and repair all water, high pressure steam, medical gas and vacuum systems, non-medical sterilization equipment, kitchen equipment, water based fire protection systems, domestic water chlorinating systems, water softeners and gas systems.
• Inspect piping, valves, medical gas systems, control fittings, and auxiliary equipment of steam plant, gas-fired equipment and steam, gas and water distribution systems for defects.
• Disassemble and repair damaged sections or fabricates replacements from stock.
• Maintain all facility sewer systems and storm drain systems.
• Install, modify, and repair new and existing high-pressure piping systems and equipment.
• Work from building plans, blueprints, and sketches to lay out plan, placement and operation of various piping systems and equipment.

Benefits

• 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.
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What This Job Offers

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