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Summary The purpose of this position is to lead subordinate mechanics in the repairing, inspecting, operating, servicing, troubleshooting and maintaining building mechanical equipment, air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation and heating systems, and necessary action to restore any electrical, plumbing or control (BAS) systems when an emergency breakdown occurs. Responsibilities The incumbent will: The purpose of this position is to lead subordinate mechanics in the repairing, inspecting, operating, servicing, troubleshooting and maintaining building mechanical equipment, air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation and heating systems, and necessary action to restore any electrical, plumbing or control (BAS) systems when an emergency breakdown occurs. The work leader conducts training sessions, which are intended to update, improve and upgrade the knowledge, skills and abilities of the mechanics he oversees and leads. He shows subordinate mechanics proper trade techniques and practices, safety precautions, how to properly use the machinery, instruments and equipment. The incumbent maintains a current knowledge of the National Mechanical and Plumbing Code, Operations Department Policies, Procedures, Directives and written instructions, which are required to answer questions from the electricians he is leading and overseeing. Ability to use and properly operate Ohm, Amp, Watt, and Voltage meters; measuring instruments and testing equipment such as flowmeters, recording meters, micrometers, psychrometer, velometers, and electronic leak detectors. Ability to read and interpret blueprints; equipment diagrams; electrical schematics; water flow charts; and specifications regarding servicing and operation of the refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Knowledge and ability to perform preventative maintenance on electric heaters; contactors; magnetic starters, and electric motors 50 HP and smaller. Responsible for the estimating, researching, and identification of all materials, labor and tooling required to perform assigned task. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship or National This employer participates in the e-Verify program. See "Other Information" section regarding Selective Service requirements. All required documents must be submitted by 11:59PM EST on closing date. Required medical examination documents Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant work experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. 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; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Your resume must include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week. This is a 3rd shift position. Candidates must be able to work the 1st and 2nd shift as required. 3rd shift employees receive a 10% shift differential. Shift hours are: 1st Shift – 7am to 3:30pm 2nd Shift – 3:00pm to 11:30pm 3rd Shift – 11pm to 7:30am Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. 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: The following elements as defined in Civil Service Handbook are used: 73. Ability to Lead or Supervise** 2-E. Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. 25-E. Technical Practices 60. Use of Measuring Instruments 75-A. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprinting reading) 81. Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 82-A. Knowledge of Materials Note: Applicants who are referred to the hiring office for selection consideration may be required to submit writing and/or work samples as part of the interview/selection process. If the hiring office decides to request a writing and/or work sample as part of its selection process, the vacancy contact will reach out to you by email to: (1) inform you of this requirement; and (2) provide further instructions. OPM Qualifications Standard: Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-4700 You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. "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; religious; 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 meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education EDUCATION: Are you using education to qualify? Although this position does not have a positive education requirement, you may submit copies of your transcripts or a course listing. You must provide documentation supporting your education claims. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. Additional Information The National Gallery of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year. AN EXTERNAL SELECTED CANDIDATE MUST BE FINGERPRINTED AND RECEIVE A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, RESULTING IN A SATISFACTORY SUITABILITY DETERMINATION BEFORE BEING HIRED FOR THIS POSITION. All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. EEO Policy: https://help.usajobs.gov/equal-employment-opportunity Reasonable Accommodation Policy: https://help.usajobs.gov/reasonable-accommodation Veterans Information: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans Reasonable Accommodation Requests: To learn more, please consult the following resources: Disability Employment - Reasonable Accommodations (OPM) How to contact an agency