Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic

Job TitleAir Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD618-60873ADutiesMajor duties include but are not limited to:Review the overnight status of AHUs/MAUs, chilled-water plant, terminal units, CRAC devices, and related alarms.Open dashboards for discharge air temperature, static pressure, valve/damper position, fan command, and space conditions in critical areas.Measure line-to-line voltage with a multimeter to identify abnormal voltage drop contributing to nuisance trips.Places affected points or equipment "out of service" in Building Automation System (BAS) if safety or measurement accuracy would be compromised.Escalate alarms that require vendor tools, licensed programming, or commissioning/testing and attaches evidence to the work record.Perform mechanical and operator-level controls work in-house wherever permitted.Calibrate sensors against a traceable reference and replace failed sensors.Support chilled-water systems and CRAC equipment.Read filter differential pressure with installed gauges or portable manometer.Re-torque power lugs to manufacturer torque values.Perform routing mechanical preventive maintenance on cooling towers supporting surgical and critical environments.Inspect reach-in/walk-in cabinets for gasket wear, warped doors, frost patterns indicative of airflow issues, and oil staining.Replace case compressors, evaporator/condenser fans, heaters, door gaskets, etc.Assist in planning/executing equipment replacement.Design, lay out, and fabricate retrofit solutions for legacy HVAC, hydronic, and steam systems.Performs other duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pmPosition Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic/PD618-60873ACritical Skills Incentive: Not approvedRecruitment/Relocation Incentive: Not authorizedStudent Loan Repayment Program (SLRP): Authorized for qualified applicants. The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.