General Equipment Mechanic

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/08/2024. 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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: General Equipment Mechanic frequently handles objects weighing 45 pounds and occasionally carries objects weighing more than 45 pounds for considerable distances. They are required to push, pull, reach, walk, crawl, kneel, bend and work in cramped positions over and under machinery of all types for sustained periods of time. They must use proper lifting and transporting techniques when working with heavy loads. General Equipment Mechanic usually performs work inside areas that are well lighted, ventilated and heated. Floors are sometimes uneven, oily and slippery. Occasionally work may be performed in very cold, hot or unventilated areas. Outside work is performed in all types of weather. They are frequently exposed to moving objects and sharp edges with the possibility of cuts and bruises. Occasionally, they climb ladders and work from high places. Dirt, grease, and dampness are frequently encountered. Exposure to Electro-magnetic radiation, sparks, high-temperatures, pressurized gases and fluids and to loud noise and vibration from equipment may occur. Exposure to contaminated or infections biological hazards or radiation hazards may also occur.
This position is located at the the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System (SFVAHCS). The General Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance of all equipment assigned to the Mechanic Shop.