Electrical Equipment Repairer - Veterans Health Administration

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/22/2026. 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 Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work) Ability to Use Electrical Drawings Knowledge of Electrical Equipment Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Theory and Instruments (Electrical, Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices Troubleshooting (Electrical) 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: Work requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and working in awkward positions while repairing, modifying, cleaning, and transporting mobility equipment. Frequently lifts and carries tools, equipment components, batteries, and wheelchair parts weighing in excess of 50 pounds. Assists with movement and positioning of mobility equipment and may assist Veterans during equipment adjustments and transfers. Work is primarily performed in a wheelchair repair shop and clinical support environment where the incumbent is exposed to electrical equipment, moving mechanical parts, dirt, grease, dust, cleaning agents, and potential hazards associated with repair equipment and tools. The incumbent follows established OSHA requirements, infection control procedures, shop safety practices, and fire safety regulations pertaining to the operation, maintenance, and repair of durable medical equipment. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Diagnostics and Repair The incumbent independently performs diagnostic testing, preventive maintenance, repair, modification, assembly, adjustment, and operational testing of manual and powered wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and related mobility equipment issued through Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service (PSAS). Interprets technical manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer specifications to diagnose malfunctions and determine appropriate repair methods for electrical, electronic, and mechanical mobility equipment systems. Utilizes voltmeters, ohmmeters, multi-meters, circuit testers, battery chargers, automatic test equipment (ATE), and other diagnostic tools in accordance with technical manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer specifications to identify malfunctions and repair electrical and electronic systems. Repairs, rebuilds, modifies, assembles, and tests electrical equipment and components for powered mobility devices, including DC motors, electronic controllers, drive assemblies, switches, gears, clutches, bearings, seals, armatures, batteries, charging system components, and related mechanical and electrical systems. Performs troubleshooting and repair of electrical and electronic components utilizing technical data, testing equipment, and diagnostic procedures to identify defective or malfunctioning parts and restore equipment to proper operating condition. Independently determines appropriate troubleshooting methods, repair procedures, replacement requirements, and repair feasibility based on equipment condition, technical evaluation, safety considerations, and manufacturer specifications. Performs operational and safe