- Position Title
- Industrial Equipment Mechanic
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CARZ-12735788-25-BWS Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, May 13, 2025 to Tuesday, June 10, 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:
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.
- 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.
4.
Are you an active duty service member expected to be discharged or released under honorable conditions within the next 120 days who will be eligible for Veterans' preference? You may eligible to apply through the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act based on tentative preference.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a "certification" on appropriate letterhead from your branch of service that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. Note: If selected, prior to appointment you will be required to provide your DD-214 and/or other supporting documentation to verify that you are eligible for Veterans' preference.
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a "certification" on appropriate letterhead from your branch of service that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. Note: If selected, prior to appointment you will be required to provide your DD-214 and/or other supporting documentation to verify that you are eligible for Veterans' preference.
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
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.
In order to receive appropriate consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for Veterans' Preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference along with the required documentation listed on the form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
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 current level of experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that answers are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience 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.
(Screen Out) From the descriptions listed below, select only ONE (1) response that best describes your experience related to the work of this position and your ability to do the work of an Industrial Equipment Mechanic, WG-10, without more than normal supervision (refer to the Duties section of this vacancy announcement for detailed information). 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 Industrial Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision accomplishing the tasks of the trade? This experience would include independently performing the following duties: installing, repairing, overhauling, aligning, modifying, relocating, troubleshooting and maintaining various types of automated equipment, parts and systems; fabricates new or repair existing system components throughout automated systems and facility.
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.
Performs preventative maintenance to industrial compressed air equipment and various hydraulic equipment.
3.
Makes templates, jigs, and other fixtures required for repairs or installations.
4.
Checks electrical wiring, replaces on incidental basis, and diagnoses electrical issue for more complex repair.
5.
Installs and repairs complex equipment and machinery such as conveyor systems (to include electrical components), pneumatic systems, product picking assemblies and systems.
The following statements pertain to your ability to interpret instructions, specifications (includes blueprint reading).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Interprets and applies technical manuals, specifications, blueprints, manuals, schematics and other documents for determining critical dimensions, conducting operational tests and identifying key reference points.
7.
Receives and interprets work assignment in the form of work orders, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and other written and oral instructions.
8.
Applies knowledge, safety rules and procedures.
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.
9.
Uses and applies standard formulas, shop mathematics, trade theories, and industry practices in calculating needed materials and problem solving; and in the use of various test equipment and measuring devices such as alignment scopes, micrometers, precision level, transits, and flow meters.
10.
Determines the extent of required complex repairs and materials or parts needed, and estimates the time required to complete repairs.
11.
Independently troubleshoots, and determines the methods, techniques, and procedures to use in completing repairs.
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.
12.
Installs, replaces, adjusts, and sets various regulating or safety devices such as meters, gauges, governors, and automatic alarms.
13.
Reassembles and installs equipment, connects power sources, performs operational and functional tests, and makes required adjustments in order to ensure proper operation of automated equipment and systems.
14.
Disassembles and repairs general industrial plant machinery, equipment, and systems such as conveyor systems, bridge cranes, air compressors, and dynamometers.
15.
Determines the nature and extent of repairs and makes needed repairs by replacing, reworking, or refinishing worn or damaged parts and components.
The following statements pertain to troubleshooting.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Repairs and maintains various types of automated tablet/capsule counters, requiring difficult trouble diagnosis due to various possible causes and combinations of factors that may be the source of trouble.
17.
Troubleshoots both mechanical and electronic components that require a broad range of troubleshooting skills to diagnose, maintain, and calibrate/repair.
18.
Troubleshoots and repairs electronic related components such as programmed logical controllers and electronic equipment control boards.
19.
Applies knowledge of computer serial 1/0 programs for troubleshooting lights and readers throughout automated tablet and capsule dispensers.
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.
20.
Utilizes arc welders, torches, machine tools, micrometers, power drills, saws and grinders in accurately measuring and fabricating braces, supports or adjustable workstations, repairing machinery, modifying conveyor hold-backs or diverts.
21.
Skilled in using independent set of machine tools for onsite milling, grinding, boring, facing, and drilling, and the use of various other portable machine tools to accomplish repairs.
22.
Uses precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers and scales.