Clarification from the agency

This is a Direct Hiring Authority Notice open to the Public using the Department of Defense Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Direct Hire Authority (DHA).

• Builds air conditioning units (up to 160 tons), window air condition units, freezers, humidity control units, and walk-ins, etc.
• Inspects for evidence of wear, damage, pressure leaks, correct voltage and amperes on all equipment.
• Makes on the spot repairs, such as replacing parts, making adjustments, replacing filters, cleaning and lubrication.
• Performs installation, inspection and repairs, including electrical or mechanical, of dehumidification equipment, commercial freezers, mechanical ventilating equipment, dishwashers, kitchen equipment, ranges, etc.
• Performs repairs/maintenance on equipment that is complex, have a greater degree of complicated components and parts, and are used to provide heat and cooling to areas with critical and rigid requirements.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Security Requirements: Non-Sensitive
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Bargaining Unit Status: Yes
• Pre-Employment Physical: Required
• Licenses/Certifications: EPA Certification for refrigeration and air conditioning (Regulation No. 40 CFR, Part 82.161) Persons who maintain, service, or repair low and high pressures equipment as described in C82.161, (a)1, (a)3.
• Licenses/Certifications: Must possess valid state and government driver's license and be capable of operating government vehicles from ½ ton to 1 ½ ton trucks.
• This is a Mission Essential (ME) position. The incumbent may be required to report to work in the event of a natural disaster, inclement weather, or crisis.

Qualifications

To qualify for a Maintenance Mechanic, your resume and supporting documentation must support:

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and that you have the required ability or potential to perform the job.

The SOE and minimum qualifications for this position is:

• Ability To Do The Work Of Maintenance Mechanic Without More Than Normal Supervision: perform the common tasks of the job to be filled but under close supervision, such as: Refers to work orders, blueprints, sketches, manufacturer's publications and technical manuals in accomplishing work; Prepares and submits daily vehicle log, service orders, parts request, and updating supervisor on job progress daily; Maintains refrigerant logs, equipment logs, time sheets, for record etc.

Selective Placement Factor: Must possess valid state and government driver's license and be capable of operating government vehicles from ½ ton to 1 ½ ton trucks.

Certifications:

• EPA Certification for refrigeration and air conditioning (Regulation No. 40 CFR, Part 82.161)
• Universal Technician Certification

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, religious, 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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Department of Defense Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package. Each Application Package MUST include:

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