Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic- Fire Systems - Veterans Health Administration

This announcement will remain open until the August 7, 2026, closing date, which is the date beyond which the system no longer accepts applications for an advertised position. First cut-off date is June 26, 2026; Second cut-off date is July 10, 2026; Third cut-off date is July 24, 2026. Applications submitted after July 24, 2026, may not receive consideration. In addition, due to the potential of a high volume of applicants, not all applicants may receive consideration. 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. License and Certifications: Must be a licensed Electrical Journeyman and/or registered apprentice with verifiable hours of on the job experience. 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: Electronics Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Ingenuity Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic) Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment) Use Hand and Power Tools - Electronics Without more than normal supervision 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. Major Duties of this position include but are not limited to: Mastery of direct digital control (DDC) systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and building automation systems Performs preventative maintenance inspections and tasks on electronic Fire systems and related components to determine wear, reliability and load capabilities. Must performance metrics: system uptime, commissioning quality, efficiency improvements, and minimized service tickets. Plans layout and installation of Fire controls wiring, equipment, and/or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. Assembles, installs, tests, or maintains electronic wiring, equipment,, apparatus, or fixtures, using proper tools. Uses proper techniques and knowledge of Fire electronics Ability to make data-driven decisions, through troubleshooting. Preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure system reliability and efficiency. Ability to make efficient repairs to cut energy waste and operating costs. Tests Fire systems or equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. Ability to maintain all electronic tools and power tools Repairs or replaces wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. Inspects Fire systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. Troubleshoots circuits, controls and systems to locate, repair and replace defective components. Diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. Must be able to read schematics and wiring diagrams Must have knowledge of AC circuit analysis for Fire equipment Analyze circuits, diagnose faults, and implement repairs effectively Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic- Fire Systems/PD14762A Physical Requirements: Incumbents must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical effort over a minimum eight-hour period (which may run longer if overtime or off-hours work is required due to medic