Summary The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor serves as Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Unit (HVAC) Supervisor exercising full supervisory responsibility for control over work operations involving (9) subordinate employees and temporary personnel which may be authorized for the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center and Outpatient Clinic. *This announcement has been updated to reflect the new closing date.* Responsibilities Major duties include, but are not limited to: Receiving limited supervision from the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor in directing (1) WL-10 HVAC Equipment Mechanic Leader (5) WG-10 heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment mechanics, (1) WG-10 Maintenance Mechanic, (2) WG-5 A/C Equipment Mechanic helpers, and any temporary personnel which may be authorized. Responsible for planning and scheduling of technician assets to have complete coverage of facility ventilation and air conditioning equipment 24 hours per day. Ordering all supplies and materials for equipment operation and preventive maintenance. Preparing and furnishing to the Chief or Assistant Chief, Facilities Management Service or the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor, input on the complete operation and maintenance of all HVAC systems including staffing, supplies, equipment, etc. Ensuring that operations, maintenance and repair of all Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Heating, Electrical, Digital Environmental Controls, including programming of complex computer aided monitoring systems of buildings and facilities will be maintained and recommending solutions in meetings and/or conferences with Engineering, production control, and other personnel involving the initial analysis of long-range work requirements. Verifying time and attendance records, planning and establishing leave schedules and authorizing leave for assigned employees. Insuring adequate stock of materials and equipment by inventorying and ordering those supplies necessary within the allocated HVAC budget. Researching and gathering data on equipment and materials to prepare specifications for ordering supplies, equipment and services required for the HVAC Unit. Instructing, directing, training, and planning the activities of and administering personnel actions for all subordinate employees. Interpreting specifications, drawings, memos, catalogs, operating manuals, etc., for subordinates. Following up on delayed delivery of materials, equipment repair, defective supplies or other conditions slowing work or which will cause deadlines not to be met. Initiating all recommendations for performance awards, as appropriate for all employees under their supervision. Preparing performance plans for all subordinates and preparing annual performance appraisals. Participating in the selection of employees for vacant positions in the Section. Initiating recommendations for promotion or reassignment of subordinates and is responsible for the supervisory evaluation of all employees in the Unit when they apply for promotion or reassignment. Will have supervisory responsibility for the HVAC systems journeymen and helpers at this Medical Center. These technicians must be capable of functioning at the journeyman level with little supervision. Supervising and training employees regarding varied capacities of the HVAC systems such as duty cycling, start/stop time optimization, auto restart time-of-day scheduling, peak demand limiting, maintenance work order generation, reset application, air delivery equipment optimization, enthalpy optimization, record log keeping of monitoring applications, and alarm status of the multitude of programmable alarm functions throughout the facility. Reprogramming the HVAC portion of the energy management system main computer console and separate "stand alone" remote control units with various software updates as they become available from the supplier and economically benefit the Medical Center. Establishing an air conditioning systems management program that will meet all requirements of VHA and TJC. This program will consist of at least the following: Identification and inventory of all critical HVAC systems and critical components supporting these systems and a written plan to ensure testing, balancing, and maintenance of the systems so continued operation of the systems will be available at all times. Work Schedule: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Monday - Friday or, as determined by Maintenance and Operations Supervisor Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic Supervisor/PD029200 Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be able to climb ladders, crawl into tight spaces or areas, bend, stoop, and lift 50 pounds without assistance. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Meet Deadline Dates under Pressure Ability to Plan and Organize Work Ability to Work with Others Ingenuity (Ability to Suggest and Apply New Methods) Knowledge of Different Relevant Lines of Work Knowledge of Materials 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. 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. Education Additional Information Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.