Maintenance Mechanic

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Chicago is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to perform improvements to the physical plant, including building structures, exterior sites, and utility systems.

Projects span multiple trades and require coordinating with work groups to meet safety and quality standards. Responsibilities cover painting, carpentry, plastering, HVAC, steam/plumbing, and electrical work, with site-specific instructions and minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Experience showing ability to do the work; must meet OPM Wage System standards.
• Evidence of training/experience sufficient for duties; resume must detail duties.

Responsibilities

• Duties include painting using trade methods and coatings.
• Determines best methods, techniques, devices and materials for surface finishes.
• Plan materials, tools and techniques to complete work with minimal supervision.
• Plastering: mix, apply and finish plaster on interior/exterior surfaces.
• Carpentry: construct, install and repair wood/metal structures with precision.
• HVAC: maintain, troubleshoot, repair and install HVAC/refrigeration systems.
• Steam/plumbing: install/maintain steam distribution pipes and components.
• Electrical: troubleshoot/repair wiring, switches, outlets and related equipment.

Skills

Ability to Do the Work

Equipment Assembly

Installation

Repair

Interpret Instructions

Materials

Technical Practices

Use and Maintain Tools

Experience

Job description

Summary

The primary function of the Maintenance Mechanic is to accomplish improvements to the physical plant - building structures - exterior sites and/or utility systems through a variety of construction projects involving all types of construction trades organized into work groups - or crews - of varying make-up based on the specific needs of each assigned construction project.

Summary

The primary function of the Maintenance Mechanic is to accomplish improvements to the physical plant - building structures - exterior sites and/or utility systems through a variety of construction projects involving all types of construction trades organized into work groups - or crews - of varying make-up based on the specific needs of each assigned construction project.

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 Equipment Assembly - Installation - Repair Interpret Instructions - Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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

• Duties include but are not limited to: PAINTING - The painting/coating work in this position is accomplished by any of the accepted methods of the trade by applying coating materials and techniques that achieve the required effect
• Determines the methods - techniques - devices - and materials that are best suited to the surface finish required
• Responsible for planning the materials - tools - and techniques needed and completing the work with little or no advice
• Plastering - Plasterer work in this position involves the mixing - application - and finishing of plaster surfaces in the construction and repair of interior walls and ceilings and stucco exterior walls
• Performs new plastering on all types of backgrounds such as metal - wood - gypsum wallboard - wire & wood lath and masonry surfaces - as well as repair and patching of plaster and stucco surfaces
• CARPENTRY - The primary carpentry duties and responsibilities associated with this position require skilled techniques to construct - install - and repair - wood and metal construction - wood substitute structures - and items requiring close tolerance fit and structural soundness
• AIR CONDITIONING/REFRIGERATION - Maintains - troubleshoots - repairs - installs - balances - and replaces commercial heating - ventilation - and air conditioning (HVAC) systems - refrigeration systems - ventilation systems - dehumidification - cleaning filtering and recirculating systems - and control systems
• STEAM/PLUMBING - Installs - maintains - and repairs steam distribution system pipe - fittings - pumps
• Installs - maintains - and repairs steam heating systems and components such as radiators - air valves - safety valves - steam traps - vacuum pumps - condensate pumps - heat exchangers - steam coils and system piping components - etc
• ELECTRICAL - Troubleshoots repair and replaces switches - fuses - outlets - motors - light fixtures - building service equipment - streetlights - operational controls - and wiring systems (up to 480-volt single and three-phase systems)
• Work Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday - 12:00 am - 8:00 am Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD221930 Physical Requirements: Occasionally lifts heavy loads - machinery parts - etc. - be able to climb/descent ladders and scaffolds
• Subject to all hazards inherent in the physical plant and grounds environments - for example - burns - cuts - bruises - sprains - falls - high heat - high humidity - etc
• Work performed by employee is related to station level construction projects and requires lifting - carrying and pulling weights up to 100 pounds
• Adjustments - repairs and replacement of parts and materials may require kneeling - stooping - climbing ladders - reading over - under and into equipment while in cramped and awkward position
• Preferred Experience: 2-3 years of Union Journeyperson level experience in two of the following preferred trades: Painting Carpentry Plumbing/Pipefitter HVAC Electrical