Ac Equipment Mechanic

Summary
Applications under this job opportunity announcement will be considered under external competitive procedures only. This vacancy is also being advertised under merit promotion procedures as23-SSB-12314146-ST-DS which can be accessed at http://jobsearch.USAJOBS.gov/
This is a Term Appointment, initial appointment is not to exceed 13 months. Term Appointments may be extended up to a total of 4 years.
This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• The public
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency
All qualified United States citizens.
This job is also open in another announcement to:

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
• Federal employees - Competitive service

This job is also open in another announcement to:

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
• Federal employees - Competitive service

Duties
This job opportunity is for an Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic and is located in the Operations and Maintenance Unit, Support Services Branch, at the National Processing Center (NPC), U.S. Bureau of the Census located in Jeffersonville, Indiana. This unit is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the buildings of the National Processing Center.
This position is included in the bargaining unit.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
The individual selected for this position will:

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and pneumatic control systems on air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating and firing equipment while assuring safe operating conditions, safety for occupants, security of property and personnel and compliance with energy conservation matters.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment to determine cause of malfunction and extent of repair required, coordinate, and consult with technical and professional personnel on matters involving technical operating specifications.
• Install necessary fixture control equipment of various voltages, run lines, make necessary connections, install conduit, and pull wires (normally from service switch on), make splices, solder connections and test completed work to assure proper operation.
• Maintain and repair various types of installed refrigeration units, including both domestic and commercial refrigerators, water coolers, ice machines, and installed ventilating and air conditioning equipment by installing or repairing valves, steam lines, fittings, steam traps, strainers, radiators, pressure gauges, gaskets, pump parts, etc. Inspect and test system for leaks and proper operation.
• Perform preventative maintenance on air conditioning and refrigeration equipment totaling approximately 2530 tons, including window units, 5- and 30-ton package, multiple chilled water circulating, and direct expansion coil central types of 15-to-150-ton capacity with heating and air conditioning operating, and 120-ton air conditioning and heating at FOB.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including serve as occasional relief for Boiler Plant Operator, operate Forklift and load/unload trucks as needed, maintain inventory (including make, model, and other identifiers as well as quantity on hand) of parts/supplies/equipment used in the work, diagnose source of trouble on steam lines and related equipment and make needed repairs.

Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday. Hours will range between 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. An Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) OR four 10-hour days will be offered at a later time, after completion of required training. Alternate Work Schedule is an 80-hour biweekly basic work requirement that is scheduled in less than 10 days; i.e., eight 9-hour days/nights, one 8-hour day/night, and one day off. Positions may include evening or weekend work, hours will vary.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Candidates must clear the fingerprint process and initiate the required background investigation prior to final selection.
One year probationary period will be required.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work performance requires maneuvering equipment into and out of specific locations while dismantling and reassembling. Mechanic frequently carries and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. Hoists, holders, and pulleys are operated when removing units such as large compressors, condensers, and chillers. Work performance requires working from ladders, scaffolds, and platforms and involves extensive standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in uncomfortable positions for long periods of time.
PHYSICAL EXAM: Selectee may be required to pass a physical examination, prior to the effective date of appointment to this position. This physical will include a chest x-ray. Cost of physical will be the responsibility of selectee.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside or outside and in dirt and grease. Is subject to cuts and bruises, fumes, and electric shock. Frequently works in awkward positions.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Applicants must meet the following certification requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Type I (small appliances) AND Type II (high pressure systems) Certification OR Universal certification is required. A copy of your certification must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not have this certification OR fail to provide proof of certification will be considered ineligible.
MUST HAVE A VALID STATE DRIVER'S LICENSE.
Qualifications
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations, (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
The following links provide information on various hiring authorities that may enable you to apply through merit assignment procedures, or be eligible for a non-competitive appointment.
Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Special Hiring Authorities
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) candidates will be eligible for selection priority if it is determined that they have exceeded the minimum qualifications for the position by attaining a rating of at least 85 out of 100. Information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management's Career Transition Resources website at: USAJOBS Help Center | Unique Hiring PathsUSAJOBS Help Center | Unique Hiring Paths
CTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:

1. A copy of your Reduction In Force (RIF) separation notice; notice of proposed removal for declining a directed geographic relocation outside of the local commuting area; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice of eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice).
2. A copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", - noting current position, grade/band level, and duty location;
3. A copy of your last performance appraisal including rating; and
4. Any documentation from your bureau/operating unit that shows your current promotion potential.

ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:

1. A copy of your Reduction In Force (RIF) separation notice; notice of proposed removal for declining a directed geographic relocation outside of the local commuting area; notice of disability annuity termination; certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a work-related compensable injury; or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement.
2. A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", documenting your RIF separation, noting your position, grade/band level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc.;
3. A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
4. Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.

The Department of Commerce provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, notify the Human Resources Branch. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. TTY users can contact the Human Resources Branch via the Federal Relay Service, 1-812-218-3610.
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or any other non-merit factor.
Employees who receive a buyout and subsequently return to positions in a Federal agency within 5 years after the date of separation, on which the payment is based, whether by reemployment or contracts for personal service, are generally obligated to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid it before the individual's first day of reemployment.

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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume, optional cover letter, supporting documentation, and dates of employment (mm/dd/yyyy) on the resume to determine if you meet the qualifications for the position. If you meet the qualifications stated in the job opportunity announcement, we will compare your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documentation to your responses on the scored occupational questionnaire (True/False, Yes/No, Multiple Choice questions) that you completed as part of the application and place you in one of three pre-defined categories. These categories are "gold", "silver", and "bronze". At a minimum, applicants must meet the Barely Acceptable level on the screen-out element: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision to receive at least one half of the total possible points; AND furnish detailed information on the resume which supports the occupational questionnaire responses to demonstrate that the applicant clearly possesses the experience and skills to successfully perform the duties of this position. The screen-out element is a critical self-assessment of the applicant's experience and is essential for satisfactory job performance. Your resume and/or optional cover letter must support your responses to the scored occupational questionnaire, or your score will be lowered. The best-qualified candidates will be identified for referral to the hiring manager and may be invited for an interview. How applicants will be evaluated for preference eligibility: Within each category, those entitled to veterans' preference will be listed at the top of the pre-defined category for which they are placed. Preference eligibles with a service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest quality category (gold).
The scored occupational questionnaire will evaluate the applicant on the following competencies; do not provide a separate written response:

• 2E-Knowledge of Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.
• 25E-Ability to do theoretical and precise repairs.
• 75A-Ability to interpret instructions and specifications, etc.
• 81-Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• 82A-Knowledge of materials used in a given line of work.
• 86B-Ability to operate safely.
• 96-Ability to find trouble, determine method of repair and use appropriate tests.
• 1-SCREEN OUT ELEMENT: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.

INTERVIEW WORK SAMPLE: Applicants selected for an interview will be required to participate in a work sample during the interview process. Applicants should dress appropriately to participate in the work sample. The work sample will consist of the following:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of and troubleshoot Electrical Circuit drawings.
2. Demonstrate skill and knowledge of different types of "Chiller Technology."
3. Ability to demonstrate skill of the brazing process.

• Benefits
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  Review our 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.
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