- Position Title
- Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBTG-12710226-25-KLB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, March 14, 2025 to Monday, March 31, 2025
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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
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your background and 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. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THESE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING. YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSES YOU SELECT. Subject matter experts will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documentation.
(Screen-Out) Ability To Do The Work Of An Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Without More Than Normal Supervision: Select the appropriate response to the statement below that best describes your experience to meet the qualifications for this position. Refer to the Qualifications and Duties sections of this vacancy announcement for qualification requirements. NOTE: If you answer "yes" to this question, your resume must support the description selected by providing detailed documentation of the duties you have performed in the positions you have held.
1.
Do you have the ability to do the work of an Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision in performing the full range of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment repair?
Related experience includes working as a journeyman in the installation, operation, repair and maintenance of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment; knowledgeable in the principles and theories of air conditioning, refrigeration and heat transfer; able to select, maintain and safely use the tools, measuring equipment, testing devices and instruments related to the heating, ventilation, air condition and refrigeration (HVAC/R) trade; repair, replace install, and test various HVAC/R equipment and/or systems; able to read from blue prints and diagrams when performing tasks.
NOTE: 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.
Related experience includes working as a journeyman in the installation, operation, repair and maintenance of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment; knowledgeable in the principles and theories of air conditioning, refrigeration and heat transfer; able to select, maintain and safely use the tools, measuring equipment, testing devices and instruments related to the heating, ventilation, air condition and refrigeration (HVAC/R) trade; repair, replace install, and test various HVAC/R equipment and/or systems; able to read from blue prints and diagrams when performing tasks.
NOTE: 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.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
Certification Requirement (Screen-Out): In accordance with Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, this position requires a current Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Certification. Applicants who do not meet this requirement are ineligible for further consideration.
I possess a current/valid EPA Universal Certification. NOTE: You will be required to provide a copy of the certification.
I possess a current/valid EPA Universal Certification. NOTE: You will be required to provide a copy of the certification.
The following statements pertain to your knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc., of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Utilize working knowledge of boilers, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration equipment, controls and Auxiliary Machinery and equipment.
4.
Experience with equipment such as, centrifugal compressors, starters, circuit breakers, condensers, evaporators, heat exchangers, chilled water and condenser water pumps, filters, fans, controls, motors, thermostats, humidifiers, cooling towers, heating and cooling coils, recorders, and alarms
5.
Understand the construction and assembly characteristics of the equipment and systems which he/she repairs as well as the general knowledge required by the air conditioning and refrigeration trades.
The following statements pertain to 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.
Maintain daily records of plant operations, write orders for plant supplies, materials, repair and construction parts and supplies.
7.
Knowledge of various other trades such as electrical and plumbing
The following statement pertains to your ability to read and interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Read, interpret and use blueprints, diagrams for pneumatic or electric controls, schematic drawings, water flow charts and specifications regarding servicing and operation of refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
The following statements pertain to your ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Maintain water treatments in the cooling towers, distribution systems and boilers, per instructions and chemical vendors recommendations.
10.
Check the plants and operating machinery throughout station, from the air conditioning/chiller plant at the beginning ,middle, and end of each shift.
11.
Using flow meters, recording meters, micrometers, psychrometers, velometers and electronic leak detectors
12.
Use of hand tools including those associated with pipefitting and the ability to control operations from the control center without causing damage to the plant equipment
The following statements pertain to your knowledge of materials.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Working knowledge of the theory and principles of the functioning of refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment and component systems
14.
Knowledge of functioning, purpose, and location of all equipment in the AC Equipment system
The following statements pertain to your ability to troubleshoot problems and determine method of repair.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Communicate trouble calls by radio, telephone, or in person
16.
Complete assigned work orders during his/her shift. (ie. troubleshooting, repair, construction, and/or preventative maintenance).
17.
Detect malfunctions in equipment and locate and diagnose trouble
Resume Reminder- ALTHOUGH NOT REQUIRED, ITS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT APPLICANTS COMPLETE THEIR RESUME' USING THE USAJOBS RESUME' BUILDER. Resume must include how to contact you phone number and/or email address. Resume Reminder - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: (REQUIRED)
(1.) Employer's Name
(2.) Employer's City and State
(3.) Job title (Federal jobs must be separated by title and grade level(s))
(4.) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
(5.) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week...i.e. 40 hours per week, 32 hours per week, 20 hours per week, etc.
(6.) Duties (be as detailed as possible)
(7.) Details of your experience and clearly document your ability to demonstrate the KSAs of grade level you are applying for. Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we can fully evaluate your qualifications.
To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy.
We do not make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
(1.) Employer's Name
(2.) Employer's City and State
(3.) Job title (Federal jobs must be separated by title and grade level(s))
(4.) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
(5.) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week...i.e. 40 hours per week, 32 hours per week, 20 hours per week, etc.
(6.) Duties (be as detailed as possible)
(7.) Details of your experience and clearly document your ability to demonstrate the KSAs of grade level you are applying for. Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we can fully evaluate your qualifications.
To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy.
We do not make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
18.
I have read and understand the requirements for a complete resume. Failure to follow the instruction for a complete resume will result in NOT being referred.