- Position Title
- Air Conditioning Equipment Operator
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBTE-12703413-25-SH Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, February 27, 2025 to Monday, August 25, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
- Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Air Conditioning Equipment Operator position with the Federal government. This is an Open continuous announcement and will close on August 25, 2025 or until filled. Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
( Screen-out) Do you have the ability to do the work of an Air Conditioning Equipment Operator without more than normal supervision?
Related experience includes: Working independently as a journeyman in the Knowledgeable of controls and safety devices and their functions in system, and capable of adjusting controls to meet requirements and desires. A working knowledge of functioning, purpose and location of all equipment in the system operated. Typical examples being centrifugal compressor, engine, condenser, chiller, heat exchangers, water pumps, cooling tower, filters, fans, heating and cooling coils, controls, starters, circuit breakers, valves, etc. Knowing the theory and principles of refrigeration and being capable of applying same to the operation of the plant for maximum efficiency and preventing damage to equipment. Working knowledge of HVAC equipment such as Package units, Ice Machines, Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, Split systems, air handlers, building management system, and temperature/humidity/pressure monitoring systems.
Note: This experience must be documented in your resume.
Related experience includes: Working independently as a journeyman in the Knowledgeable of controls and safety devices and their functions in system, and capable of adjusting controls to meet requirements and desires. A working knowledge of functioning, purpose and location of all equipment in the system operated. Typical examples being centrifugal compressor, engine, condenser, chiller, heat exchangers, water pumps, cooling tower, filters, fans, heating and cooling coils, controls, starters, circuit breakers, valves, etc. Knowing the theory and principles of refrigeration and being capable of applying same to the operation of the plant for maximum efficiency and preventing damage to equipment. Working knowledge of HVAC equipment such as Package units, Ice Machines, Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, Split systems, air handlers, building management system, and temperature/humidity/pressure monitoring systems.
Note: This experience must be documented in your resume.
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Diagnoses malfunctions and makes repairs on air conditioning systems and all related pumps, fans motors and associated piping complete with regulating valves, temperature control valves, pressure relief valves and electronic graphic control center.
3.
Perform repairs such as replacing valve plates, broken flares, and copper tubing, repacking glands, adjusting expansion valves, replacing small electric motors, and making temporary repairs to pipes.
The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Operation of equipment, machinery, etc. specific to the position.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Monitor's facility's temperature, humidity and room pressure differential using facility automated monitoring system.
5.
Knowledge of proper starting and stopping sequences, have the proper number of machines, pumps, and cooling tower fans in operation depending on load and weather conditions.
The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Operating air-conditioning systems for large buildings or complexes of buildings.
7.
Operation and regulation of cold storage and specialized climate simulation facilities.
The following statements pertain to your knowledge of Use of Measuring Instruments.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Skill in the use of measuring instruments and testing equipment such as flowmeters, recording meters, micrometers, psychrometers, velometers, and electronic leak detectors.
9.
Ability to measure surface temperatures from a distance but are not used to make direct measurements of air temperatures.
The following statements pertain to the ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (other than blueprinting reading).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Familiar with air conditioning and refrigeration systems, refrigerants and the dangers of pressurized component.
11.
Perform inspections and recommended manual maintenance checks.
The following statements pertain to your ability to operate with dexterity and safety.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Knowledge of the operating principles of a variety of steam, gas, diesel, and electrically driven compressors and absorbers, including steam driven centrifugal compressors and the safety considerations involved in use of steam.