Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic

The Detroit VA Medical Center (DVAMC) is comprised of an approximately 1-million square foot hospital complex, 17-acre medical center campus, three Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCS), and three other offsite locations. The incumbent is assigned to the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and Controls Shop at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI. The incumbent performs the duties of a highly trained Industrial Controls Mechanic.To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/09/2026.

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:

• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
• Use of Test Equipment: Electronic
• Theory of Electronics
• Ability to Use Hand and Power Tools - Electronics
• Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment)
• Ingenuity (Ability to Suggest and Apply New Methods)

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.

You must ensure all duties are detailed in your resume and it clearly shows how you meet the requirements of the position. We cannot make any assumption on duties performed or level of experience based on a job title. All duties must be described under each job entry with the beginning and ending dates of employment (month and year and hours worked per week). If we are unable to determine your qualifications based on the application materials submitted we are unable to refer you for consideration.

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 good coordination, good physical and mental health. At times, incumbent must remain working in cramped or awkward positions for varying periods. Occasionally, the incumbent must push or lift heavy pieces of equipment weighing up to one hundred (100) pounds and routinely must lift and push items weighing up to 50 pounds. Incumbent must have good vision and manual dexterity for accomplishing delicate work on miniaturized circuitry. Incumbent must not be color blind to allow for proper interpretation of important electronic color codes. Incumbent is required to climb ladders and do overhead work. Climbing and working in high places may be required. Some work may require use of magnifying lenses, eye loops and microscopes to accomplish repairs on miniature components.

The incumbent must observe normal and special safety precautions. The incumbent is in contact daily with electrical safety hazards resulting from work with voltage and found in communications equipment, power supplies, and in other such equipment. As such, the incumbent may be exposed to the possibility of electric shock, burns from electrical or radio frequency energy or hot solder, and cuts and bruises. The incumbent is also frequently exposed to special mechanical system safety hazards in working with motor driven systems.

The working conditions are normally good in terms of lighting, space, and ventilation; however, a significant portion of work may occur in warehouse area, industrial areas or in variable conditions. Site work on equipment may be dirty, dusty, greasy, excessively hot, excessively cold, or contaminated, in cramped spaces and often from scaffolding. The work occasionally involves exposure to hazards such as radiation, sharp objects, hot objects, and infection. Incumbent is required to wear appropriate safety gear and personal protection equipment (PPE) such as protective eyewear, and/or work within clean room environments where special garments including head coverings, shoe coverings, and gloves are required.

Incumbent possesses a valid driver's license must be mentally and physically able to operate a GSA Government Vehicle to carrying out Incumbent's duties at all Detroit VA Healthcare System Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). This will allow the incumbent the ability to travel and service these CBOCs and allow the clinics staff the opportunity to provide uninterrupted patient care. Incumbent will complete all required vehicle safety training and have approval from both their supervisor and transportation before operating any Government vehicle.This job does not have an education qualification requirement.