Equipment Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Meet the applicable OPM Qualification Standard for the WG-5300 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Family, 5301 series.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform the work of a Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision.
• Knowledge of basic HVAC principles.
• Communicate factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing.
• Ability to learn basic HVAC equipment mechanic techniques.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify significant factors, gather relevant data, and recognize solutions.
• Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with coworkers.
• Possess universal CFC/NCFC certification as required by 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F, EPA.
• Ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Subject to random drug testing.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, as applicable.
• A valid driver's license may be required if driving a government motor vehicle.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted and heavier equipment with assistance.
• Work from ladders, scaffolding, or cramped areas and perform frequent stooping, stretching, bending, and kneeling.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and modify HVAC/R systems, including boilers and single- and multiple-fuel power boilers.
• Perform pretest, operational, and final testing; tuning; alignment; calibration; and preventive maintenance on complex controls and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial and industrial refrigeration and air-conditioning systems and supporting equipment.
• Install, modify, overhaul, repair, and maintain complex boilers, heating systems, and associated auxiliary and pollution-control equipment.
• Repair or modify electronically controlled industrial equipment and apply knowledge of electronic theory, circuits, and basic logic circuits to control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, equipment, and electronic control systems, including disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration.
• Use the TRIRIGA program to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, refrigeration, nitrogen generators, and associated systems.
• Plan and lay out work using electrical and electronic block diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical orders.
• Follow safety practices and procedures, use required protective equipment, and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Train or guide lower-graded employees or employees in other trades.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive access to a comprehensive benefits package for themselves and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.