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Summary This position functions as the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor. The incumbent exercises technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers through two subordinate supervisors in accomplishing trades and labor work. Primary work is the oversight of the work order and preventative maintenance programs. Responsibilities Major duties: Provides second level supervision to the Boiler Plant, Carpentry, Electricians, HVAC, Painting, Locksmith, Pipefitters, and Plumbing units, and first level supervision to the Maintenance Helpers in the Maintenance Support Section. Long-range planning related to maintenance and operation of all buildings and building service equipment under the purview of the units supervised. Projects necessary service and maintenance contracts and submits requests to ensure continued coverage upon warranty expiration or other determined need. Assesses needs for acquisition of hand tools and equipment for the various shop units. Provides information on feasibility of work assignments as scheduled, budget estimates, and workload data to assist in developing or reviewing proposed long-range schedules and work requirements. Ensures a balanced workload between subordinate work groups and individuals by shifting assignments, workers, and other resources to achieve the most effective work operations. Provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes. Analyzes the benefits and costs of accomplishing work in-house versus contracting. Responsible for execution or delegation of planning, estimating, submitting, and oversight of all service and maintenance contracts related to work units supervised. Provides input in the development of construction projects. Coordinates reviewing of all drawings and specifications with appropriate shop supervisors and employees on all construction projects executed through the project section. Plans for scheduled preventative maintenance inspections (PMI) for building service equipment and building systems and infrastructure under purview of units supervised. Reviews annual shop allocation expenditures and makes recommendations for budgetary needs for the upcoming fiscal year to the facilities service line management. Identifies and requests necessary supplies, materials, and equipment, to accomplish work without delay. Work Schedule: Full time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance and Operations Supervisor/PD15059O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). 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. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/17/2025. 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 Lead or Supervise Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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 Effort: Position requires walking, standing, bending, sitting, crawling and climbing. Must have good vision, with or without glasses. May lift or carry tools, equipment, ladders, scaffolding, parts and supplies up to 50 pounds. May occasionally lift and carry items over 50 pounds. Working Conditions: This position performs work in uncontrolled environments, basements, rooftops, mechanical rooms, and confined spaces. Occasionally is subject to uncomfortable and possible dangerous working conditions and exposure to loud noises, unpleasant odors, various degrees of light, and hazards normally encountered in the hospital trades including: burns, cuts, bruises, infections, electrical shock, strains, broken bones, slips, trips, falls, high heat, high humidity, loud noises, low light, bright light, infectious diseases, etc. The wear of appropriate & required personal protective equipment shall be worn as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner. Education Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.