HVAC MECHANIC LEADER

• Leads a team of trades and/or labor workers. On a regular and recurring basis, utilizes trades and/or labor knowledge and skill to lead a team of three or more workers in performance of various related work. Maintains current knowledge and answers questions from other workers on procedures, policies, written instructions and directives. - Performs work. Performs nonsupervisory trades and/or labor work that is usually of the same kind and level as members of the work crew led. Performs the entire spectrum of trades/and or labor task appropriate for the occupations and grade of the team for which they are assigned working leader. - Performs essential direct digital, electronic, pneumatic, electrical and electromechanical control work incidental to the operation and maintenance of HVAC/R and building control systems. Troubleshoots control systems to locate data base issues, programming issues, loose connections, opens, shorts, grounds and all other malfunctions common to industrial control systems. - Troubleshoots HVAC/R systems with complex problems and extensive repairs requiring judgment to locate malfunctions. Uses specialized test equipment to troubleshoot single and multiple fuel power boilers and associated auxiliary and pollution control equipment, such as water treatment systems and chemical dispensers. - Leads installation and repairs and maintains a variety of complex heating boilers and/or heating systems, single and multiple fuel power boilers, large commercial and industrial ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning (AC), cooling systems and associated auxiliary and pollution control equipment.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5300 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Family.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, 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 of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to lead as a HVAC MECHANIC LEADER without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Working knowledge of a wide range of principles, processes, and techniques of trade(s) and/or craft(s). Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of the use and maintenance of tools, equipment, and equipment common to trades and labor work performed by the group being led. Skill in performing the trade and /or labor work of the group being led. Ability to lead a team of three or more labor or trade employees.

Ability to plan and organize work assignments to include determining resources required to accomplish mission. PHYSICAL EFFORT: The employee lifts, carries, and handles equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds with assistance.

Works from ladders, scaffolding platforms, or cramped areas where equipment, parts, or tools are hard to reach. Work requires frequent stooping, stretching, bending, kneeling, and working in tiring, uncomfortable positions for long periods.

In addition, work involves frequent movement and maneuvering of large, heavy equipment using hoists, holders, and pulleys as required. WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee works indoors and outdoors, on elevated structures, and in cramped areas.

Subject to discomfort from face masks or other protective devices when there is a possibility of exposure to chemicals, heat, steam, noise, noxious gases, fumes, or acids. Occasionally works outside, on top of buildings, in drafty attic spaces, and in cramped areas with low overheads.

Subject to possible burns, electrical shocks, cuts, strains, bruises, loud noise, and chemical irritations. To reduce dangers from these and other similar conditions follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard-toe shoes, respirators, hard hats, hearing protection, and fire-retardant gloves.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.