- Installs and repairs large systems that provide cooling, humidifying, dehumidifying, cleaning, filtering and circulation of air, as well as reheat in Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes for the air handlers to boost temps; recognizes the causes of faulty equipment and performing complex repairs that may include disassembly and reassembly, fitting and overhauling various parts and equipment.
- Modifies and balances various elements of systems designed to meet a variety of conditions.
- Maintains and repairs all refrigeration equipment and systems assigned to the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) unit. This includes "cascade freezers" and refrigeration units such as walk-in, reach-in, under counter coolers, domestic refrigerators, ice machines and all other units, as assigned.
- Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on all air handlers and fan coils.
- Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs of pneumatic controls, Andover, Siemens, Delta, Allerton and other installed Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems.
- Creates and closes work orders daily, or as necessary, to ensure compliance with The Joint Commission standards as well as to account for labor hours, materials, etc.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic - Loma Linda, United States - Department Of Veterans Affairs
Description
Summary
The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic is at the full performance level located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), at the Loma Linda VA Medical Center (VAMC) in the Facility Management Service (FMS). The primary purpose of the position is to maintain and repair refrigeration equipment and systems to include heating, ventilating, and air conditioning in meeting the load requirements of the hospital and adjoining facilities.
Duties
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DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR for this occupation.
Major duties and responsibilities include:
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD11220-A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Physical requirements: The physical effort is greater because the equipment in the system is usually larger and must be maneuvered into and out of specific locations while dismantling and reassembling. Grade 10 mechanics 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. Grade 10 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 longer periods of time.
Working Conditions: Incumbent will be subject to working in varying temperatures between working in poorly ventilated areas or, at times, under inclement outdoor weather conditions. Majority of work will be performed inside buildings. Hazards include the possibility of electrical shock and burns; injuries to skin, eyes and lungs from refrigerants, gases, chemicals and solvents; and danger of cuts, scratches and bruises from use of various tools while working in cramped quarters. Incumbent will also be exposed to dust, foul odors, dampness and the hazards of power machinery during performance of daily work assignments. Incumbent will be subject to work from ladders/scaffolds during performance of duties.