Job summary

About the Position: This position is located at Naval Hospital Beaufort in Beaufort, South Carolina. This position is a part of the Defense Health Agency. Hours of work are 0700-1530 Monday - Friday with occasional overtime. Working environment may be inside, outside, in confined spaces, on roofs, in mechanical rooms, sometimes dirty, sometimes hot or cold, on ladders or scaffolding. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation using Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce

Major duties

Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and overhaul a variety of large air conditioning systems that provide heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and controls for humidifying, cleaning, filtering, and circulation. Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair ventilation equipment, including air handling units, fan coil units, exhaust fans, circulating fans, and fresh air fans. Move units to new locations for improved ventilation. Personally perform light machinist work, such as making bearings, shafts, and valve parts, fan brackets, motor bases, etc. Diagnose and repair problems such as leaks in lines, dirty or worn points, faulty valves, etc. Test and adjust pressure for efficient operation and correct temperatures.

Qualification

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. I have the ability to perform the full range of air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance. I am skilled in installing, maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting, mechanical pneumatic and hydraulic precision equipment and control devices. I work on my own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection. License/Certification required: EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Recovery license/certification required at entry or within six months of employment. Physical Efforts: Work involves strenuous, heavy physical effort in constantly reaching, bending, and turning. Equipment work on is large and must be moved in and out of specific locations. Frequently sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 75 pounds and occasionally heavier. Weight handling equipment is available when handling large units. Ladders, scaffolds, and platforms may be used when working on large systems or roofs. Working Conditions: Work is performed outside, in all types of weather. Subject to sudden temperature changes and extreme cold during repair of large walk-in refrigerators and in mechanical rooms having extreme temperatures. Exposed to possibility of broken bones from falls from ladders and scaffolds. Exposed to possibility of injury from electrical current. Exposed to cleaning chemicals. Protective devices such as but not limited to earplugs, safety glasses, respirators, gloves, hard hat, and safety shoes are required. Long trousers or coveralls and shirt or tee shirt with sleeves are worn. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.