Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Tampa (FL); Presencial; USD 39 000 - 46 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic will work at the James A. Haley VA Medical Center in Tampa, FL, utilizing Journeyman HVAC skills to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of a range of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

Typical duties include installation, maintenance, and modification of air handling systems in areas such as data centers and operating rooms. Work hours are Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:30pm with duties across large, complex systems requiring

Qualificações

• Journeyman level knowledge of HVAC systems and related components.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair air conditioning equipment.
• Familiarity with energy management/controls and HVAC testing methods.

Responsabilidades

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance inspections of HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair air conditioning, refrigeration, and steam distribution systems.
• Install, maintain, modify, and repair ductwork, piping, and related components.
• Operate and inspect HVac systems using energy management controls and diagnostic tools.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of job sites and proper tool maintenance.

Conhecimentos

Journeyman knowledge

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs
• Location: Tampa, Florida
• Schedule: Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic, works at the James A. Haley VA Medical Center and will be required to use Journeyman knowledge and skills of the crafts to perform scheduled preventive maintenance inspections, systematic troubleshooting. maintenance and repair of various sizes and types of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment and system components.

Key Responsibilities

The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic must possess the skill and abilities of a Journeyman. The incumbent will perform tasks in the fields of air conditioning. refrigeration and steam distribution. Incumbent will perform the installation. maintenance, modification, and repair of various types of air conditioning equipment. Items serviced at this level can be self-contained and functionally independent or can be part of a facility-wide system consisting of many subsystems.

The air conditioning systems are large and complex requiring work on air cooled chill water units, direct exchange air cooled equipment of various sizes. large air banding equipment including variable speed drives. Additional air conditioning work will be in areas which have special requirements such as electronic data processing centers, operating rooms, laboratories and other areas with sensitive equipment.

Duties Include: Utilizes the energy management control system in the information and command modes to operate equipment and provide the ability to troubleshoot HV AC systems. Performs vibration analysis of major building service equipment such as circulating pumps, air handlers, cooling tower fans, medical air compressors and vacuum pumps, etc.

Make recommendations for planned maintenance and perform quality assurance follow-up inspections after major repair and overhauls to assure excellence in workmanship. Tests systems and equipment for leaks, evacuates air and moisture or other foreign matter from refrigerant systems or components using proper refrigerant dryers, chemical dryers and, high vacuum pump. Incumbent charges systems with proper refrigerants to obtain optimum operating levels.

Installs, maintains, and repairs tubing, valves, fittings, castings, and equipment by welding, brazing, Examines equipment for wear or damage, replaces parts or repairs deficiencies. Properly installs belts, pulleys, connecting rods, crank shafts, pistons, rings, fans, overhauls valves by adjusting or replacing gaskets, springs, Boats, diagrams, valve fittings, seals and couplings, and abrasive motors and flywheel devices. Repairs, installs.

and modifies all types of air conditioning, heat, and ventilation duct work throughout the various buildings of this medical complex. Construct necessary dust barriers and/or block off areas as needed for the safety and protection of patients, staff; visitors, and equipment. Ensures that job site is clean of all debris and equipment upon the completion of work.

Erect or suspend scaffolding in the performance of the duties and is responsible for the proper care and maintenance of his tools and equipment. Insure that all tools and equipment arc properly functioning and are safe for use.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD01149A Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Mechanic frequently carry and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds). Hoists, holders, and pulleys are operated when removing units such as large compressors, condensers, and chillers.

Air conditioning equipment mechanics make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding and platforms where the parts of systems worked on are frequently in hard-to-reach places; therefore, stooping, stretching, bending, and kneeling are frequently for long periods of time. Mechanic is occasionally required to work outside, on top of tall buildings, in drafty attic spaces, and in cramped areas with low overheads.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $28.66 – $33.49/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-23.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.