Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a skilled Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic to maintain, repair, modify, calibrate, program, and install advanced building automation systems.

You will work on Direct Digital Controls and pneumatic control equipment across facility systems, ensuring reliability and safety in operations. Applicants should demonstrate broad electronics knowledge, proficiency with test equipment, and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems with minimal

Qualifications

• Experience or training evidence showing ability to perform duties.
• Qualified candidates will be evaluated by OPM Federal Wage System standards.
• Strong knowledge of electronics, testing, and maintenance methods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, modify, calibrate, program, and install Industrial Controls systems and components.
• Service logic circuits, electronic controls, and direct digital control systems.
• Calibrate pneumatic controls and repair pneumatic/electronic components.

Skills

Ability to Do Work

Hand and Power Tools

Ingenuity

Equipment Assembly

Electronics Theory

Test Equipment Use

Electronics Troubleshooting

Tools

Direct Digital Controls

Pneumatic Controls

Building Automation Equipment

Job description

Summary

The incumbent is responsible for maintenance - repair - modification - calibration - programming and installation of all Industrial Controls systems and components as a delegated responsibility of the Maintenance & Operations Section.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required - but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. 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. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element - which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Use Hand and Power Tools (Electronics) Ingenuity (Ability to Suggest and Apply New Methods) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly - Installation - and Repair - etc. Theory of Electronics Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment) Use of Test Equipment: Electronics 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Duties

• The incumbent is responsible for maintenance - repair - modification - calibration - programming and installation of all Industrial Controls systems and components as a delegated responsibility of the Maintenance & Operations Section


• The equipment serviced by the incumbent includes logic circuits and electronic controls


• calibration of pneumatic controls


• rebuilding pneumatic and electronic controller valves - thermostats and transmitters of pneumatic controls


• Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanics also service and maintain all Direct Digital Controls and associated building automation equipment


• Monitor systems for alarms - pull trending data for reports - and creates work orders to correct as needed


• Install - modify - overhaul - maintain - program - troubleshoot - and repair complex Direct Digital Controls and pneumatic controls systems equipment and complete operational system(s) consisting of numerous complex integral components which require knowledge of a wide range of electronics principles and practices


• Incumbent troubleshoots - adjusts - repairs - installs and performs preventative maintenance on pneumatic and direct digital control systems to include but not limited to NCMs - NECs - FPUs - DSCs - SNEs - CGMs - CVMs XPMs air monitoring systems - dampers - humidity controls - pressure devices - sensors - recorders - temperature devices and valves


• Incumbent will create - troubleshoot - read - and make adjustments to direct digital controls systems address and programs


• The incumbent advises the equipment user and/or the supervisor on the technical problems of installation - repair and modification of nonmedical electronic equipment


• The incumbent conducts preoperational system testing to determine consistency with required technical specifications


• The incumbent analyzes recurring malfunctions and recommends corrective action


• The incumbent may recommend modification and/or interface designs as required for approval by the Section Chief or higher authorized officials


• Incumbent will analyze all reported malfunctions and problems and must determine the scope - extent - and severity after verification


• Recommends - develops - and implements redesign - reconfiguration - or modification of operating procedures to reduce breakdowns - eliminate hazards - or enhance accuracy and reliability


• Determines when equipment must be removed from service - restored to service - or allowed to remain in service and performs emergency repairs


• Work Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM - 3:00 PM - 11 :30 PM - 11 :00 PM - 7:30 AM or Sunday to Thursday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM - 3:00 PM - 11 :30 PM - 11 :00 PM - 7:30 AM or Monday to Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM - 3:00 PM - 11 :30 PM - 11 :00 PM - 7:30 AM


• *Note-Exact TOD for this position will be discussed during the interview and may be adjusted to meet the facility/dept needs


• Position Description Title/PD#: Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic/PD07468A Physical Requirements: The work performed by the incumbent requires significant physical effort and endurance


• Industrial Control Mechanics at this grade level are frequently required to perform repairs and installations from ladders - scaffolding - platforms - and other hard to reach locations


• The work involves standing - walking - bending - stooping - kneeling - and climbing for extended periods - often in tiring and uncomfortable positions


• The incumbent must have the ability to remain on their feet for long durations - including while staging materials and performing overhead or elevated tasks


• Industrial Control Mechanics frequently lift and carry tools - equipment - and parts weighing up to 9 kilograms (20 pounds) - and occasionally up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds)


• In some instances - they may be required to lift or move moderately heavy objects weighing more than 18 kilograms (over 40 pounds) - for which assistance will be requested to prevent injury


• The incumbent must use appropriate body mechanics and request help when necessary to ensure personal and workplace safety.