HVAC MECHANIC

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of 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 Group. 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 ability to do the work of a WG-5301 HEATING VENTILATION AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC 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: 1. Knowledge of the principles and theories of air conditioning and refrigeration and properties of refrigerants to understand the construction and operation of a variety of large industrial and commercial refrigeration and A/C systems. Also have the ability to test, troubleshoot, calibrate or repair HVAC electric, electronic and direct digital controls (DDC) systems. 2. Knowledge of mechanical and electromechanical principles to inspect, install, test, maintain, and repair power heating systems and associated auxiliary equipment which use natural gas or liquid propane for steam or hot water production and distribution. 3. Knowledge of environmental, safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation. 4. Skill in the use of measuring instruments such as gauges, multimeters, recorders, analog/elec