Maintenance and Operations Sup
The position provides supervision, management and leadership of engineering corrective and preventative maintenance, testing and minor improvements. The incumbent must have the knowledge and skills to solve construction, maintenance and repair issues; understand the best use of various skill and abilities of employees; and the best use of various materials, tools and equipment.
Major duties
Responsible for direct supervision of WL-4701-10 Maintenance Mechanic Work Leader, one WG-5823-10 Automotive Mechanic, three WG-4206-09 Plumbers, WG-4749-09 Maintenance Mechanic, WG-4749-08 Maintenance Workers, WG-3502-04 Laborers and up to four Compressed Work Therapy (CWT) participants. Responsible for repair/improvements to plumbing, waste & vent systems, automotive repair, grounds equipment/materials and structural components. Establishes priorities and deadlines based on general work schedules, methods, policies, and code requirements. Estimates and orders materials for operations, maintenance, repair, improvements plumbing, waste & vent systems, automotive repair, grounds equipment/materials and structural components. Guided by federal, state, and VA Regulations, engineering principles and trade practices and governing codes. Participates in final inspections of all new projects concerning equipment operations/maintenance (including hospital side systems), assigned utility systems, and special equipment installations. Reviews and analyzes completed work, reviews incurred costs, and unanticipated difficulties/delays to evaluate work processes, cost controls, and to anticipate and/or avoid problems. Develops, implements, and/or modifies methods and procedures to ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance and continual improvement of operational program activities. Has the delegated authority to implement and recommend promotions, reassignments, or other status changes of subordinate personnel including overseeing attendance and leave. Inform employees about policies, procedures & management goals relating to the work of the team. Reviews work orders and determines personnel and methods to accomplish work. Utilizes automated computer software for day to day operations, such as but not limited to Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, VISTA, VATAS, AMES/MERs, etc Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible Schedule: compressed tour authorized Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance and Operations Sup/PD104450
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/06/2026. 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: Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Lead or Supervise Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) perience 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 Requirements: Occasionally lifts heavy loads, machinery parts, etc., must be able to climb/descent ladders and scaffolds. The Incumbent is subject to all hazards inherent in the physical plant and grounds environments, for example: burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, falls, high heat, high humidity, etc. Working Conditions:May work from ladders, scaffolding, and/or hydraulic platforms. Requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant odors.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Requirements
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 identification 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 or 2-year trial 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.