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Summary Serves as an Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic in the Maintenance and Operation (M&O) section within the Facility Management Services, at the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO. Responsibilities The duties of the Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic include but are not limited to the following: Performs duties in an independent manner under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. Performs work as an A/C Equipment Maintenance Mechanic in accordance with written and verbal instructions and procedures. Maintains, stores and safeguards tools, equipment, materials and supplies. Exhibits knowledge of a wide range of HVAC Equipment to include but not limited to: Pumps, compressors, Air Handling Units, Building control Systems and Chillers. Repairs installs, troubleshoots and performs maintenance on vital hospital HVAC/R equipment. Repairs/Replaces electric motors, Balances Heating/Cooling Systems, Inspects, Adjusts, Cleans and modifies HVAC/R Systems. Uses measuring devices, tapes, VOA meters, calipers, etc. in repair and diagnosis of assigned equipment. Interprets readings from analog/digital gauges and meters for diagnosis, repair and maintenance of assigned equipment and systems. Applies information in maintenance and repair manuals in the repair and upkeep of assigned equipment. Considers special properties, treatment needed and other factors when selecting materials and parts. Exhibits and knowledge of EPA rules and regulations governing refrigerants and their use, recycle and disposal. Note: This position requires that the incumbent hold an EPA Universal Certification. Work Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD091060 Physical Requirements: The incumbent may be required to bend, reach and hold awkward positions for prolonged periods. Frequently works from ladders, platforms, high places and cramped spaces. Considerable climbing, walking and stooping is also required. Frequently lifts and moves objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts and carries objects over 50 pounds either alone or with others. A physical examination will be required prior to appointment. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Complete all application requirements detailed in the