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Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic
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National Institute of Standards and Technology
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NIST is seeking an A/C Equipment Mechanic to support the safe and reliable operation of complex HVAC systems across campus. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heating and cooling equipment to ensure research laboratories, specialized spaces, and campus buildings maintain the environmental conditions needed to operate efficiently and without interruption.
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Summary
NIST is seeking an A/C Equipment Mechanic to support the safe and reliable operation of complex HVAC systems across campus. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heating and cooling equipment to ensure research laboratories, specialized spaces, and campus buildings maintain the environmental conditions needed to operate efficiently and without interruption.
Learn more about this agency
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Boulder, CO
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $32.38 - $39.70 per hour Pay scale & grade
WG 10 - 11
Promotion potential 11
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number OFPM-194-27-13090919-AS Control number 888901600
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Federal employees - Competitive service
Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's hiring rules and pay scales.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path.
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U.S. Citizens and Status Candidates (this includes Merit Promotion, Status Candidates, Former Overseas Employees, CTAP, ICTAP, VRA, VEOA, 30% or More Disabled, EVHO, Schedule A, Military Spouses, Americorps, Peace Corps, Vista, Interchange Agreement Eligibles, and National Guard).
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Qualifications
There are no specific length or level-of-experience requirements. The applicant\''s overall background of experience, education, and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform A/C Equipment Mechanic duties without more than normal supervision.
Applicants must meet the screen-out elements and achieve an overall score of at least 50% (fifty percent) or higher.
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Driver\''s License (Screen-Out): A valid state driver\''s license is required for this position.
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NOTE: Do not submit a copy or photograph of your driver\''s license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your valid state-issued driver\''s license.
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.
The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook.
If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
This position is covered by the Federal Wage System. The FWS is a uniform pay-setting system that covers Federal appropriated fund and non-appropriated fund blue-collar employees who are paid by the hour. For more information regarding the FWS, visit http://www.opm.gov/oca/wage/.
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This position has physical requirements which include, but may not be limited to:
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This position has environmental factors which include, but may not be limited to:
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NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities. For more information, please visit our Careers website.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume, optional cover letter, and supporting documents to assess your qualifications for this position. Please ensure your resume and documentation include detailed information demonstrating your relevant qualifications. Failure to provide sufficient and legible evidence in your resume or supporting documents may result in a "not qualified" determination. You MUST select at least one eligibility (i.e., how you wish to be considered) to receive consideration for this position.
Rating: Applications will be assessed on the following competencies:
Applicants must meet the screen-out elements and achieve an overall score of at least 50% (fifty percent). Subject matter experts may be used for qualification determinations. If the minimum qualifications and eligibility requirements are met, your application will be rated and ranked based on your responses to the online assessment questions regarding your experience, education, training, performance appraisals, or awards relevant to the duties of the position. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the assessment questions are not supported by the evidence described in your application.
To preview the questionnaire, click here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13090919
Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration, and you may be required to participate in an interview. Referrals are made based on applicant eligibility (e.g., Merit Promotion, veterans\'' preference). Please review the Evaluation Process for details on how applicants are reviewed and referred based on their selected eligibility.
Rule of Many Rating Procedures: Applicants are ranked in score order based on their assessment rating plus Veterans preference points, as applicable. All applicants with a score of 70 or higher, including Veterans preference points, will be referred to the hiring official.
CTAP/ICTAP Eligibility: If you are a displaced or surplus federal employee eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), you must be determined eligible and rated as well-qualified to receive special selection priority. "Well-qualified" means that in addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective placement factor(s), if applicable, you must receive a score of 85 or higher. For information on required supporting documents and eligibility criteria, please review: CTAP/ICTAP Eligibility
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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The documents required vary based on how you apply (e.g., veteran or disabled veteran, current or former federal employee). Please review the Required Documents to determine which documents apply to you. Failure to submit required documentation may result in the loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
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Please note that if you do not provide all required information as specified in this announcement, or if submitted documents are illegible, you may lose consideration for this position (or may not receive the special hiring consideration for which you may be eligible).
Resume: All applicants must submit a resume by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their choice. Cover letters are optional. To receive credit for relevant experience, your resume must include the start and end dates (month/year) and the average number of hours worked per week for each position listed. We recommend previewing the online assessment questions to ensure your resume clearly supports your responses. Please refer to the Resume Guidance for instructions on building an effective resume. Only resumes up to two (2) pages will be accepted; applicants with resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Refer to the USAJOBS Help Center for additional recommendations and instructions.
Reinstatement: If you are a former federal employee (separated from federal service for at least one year) and wish to be noncompetitively reinstated to a higher grade or full performance level than the position from which you separated, you MUST provide:
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How to Apply
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Click \''Apply\'' and we\''ll walk you through a multi-step process to attach a resume and any required documents. While working an application, you may review, edit, delete and update information. You must complete the online application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement.
Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation notification by email. The Human Resources Office will evaluate your application to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
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Agency contact information
Erin O'Neill
Email erin.oneill@nist.gov Address Boulder Facilities Maintenance Division
100 Bureau Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20899
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Next steps
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
We will update applicant statuses when:
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Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date. Also, note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication, which could affect your consideration for this position.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
Help
The documents required vary based on how you apply (e.g., veteran or disabled veteran, current or former federal employee). Please review the Required Documents to determine which documents apply to you. Failure to submit required documentation may result in the loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
A complete application package includes:
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A resume
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Responses to the vacancy assessment questions
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All applicable supporting documents
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Please note that if you do not provide all required information as specified in this announcement, or if submitted documents are illegible, you may lose consideration for this position (or may not receive the special hiring consideration for which you may be eligible).
Resume: All applicants must submit a resume by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their choice. Cover letters are optional. To receive credit for relevant experience, your resume must include the start and end dates (month/year) and the average number of hours worked per week for each position listed. We recommend previewing the online assessment questions to ensure your resume clearly supports your responses. Please refer to the Resume Guidance for instructions on building an effective resume. Only resumes up to two (2) pages will be accepted; applicants with resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Refer to the USAJOBS Help Center for additional recommendations and instructions.
Reinstatement: If you are a former federal employee (separated from federal service for at least one year) and wish to be noncompetitively reinstated to a higher grade or full performance level than the position from which you separated, you MUST provide:
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How to Apply
Help
Click \''Apply\'' and we\''ll walk you through a multi-step process to attach a resume and any required documents. While working an application, you may review, edit, delete and update information. You must complete the online application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement.
Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation notification by email. The Human Resources Office will evaluate your application to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Need help applying?
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Agency contact information
Erin O'Neill
Email erin.oneill@nist.gov Address Boulder Facilities Maintenance Division
100 Bureau Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20899
US
Next steps
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
We will update applicant statuses when:
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Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date. Also, note that if you provide an inaccurate email address or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication, which could affect your consideration for this position.
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Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
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Agency contact information
Erin O'Neill
Email erin.oneill@nist.gov Address Boulder Facilities Maintenance Division
100 Bureau Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20899
US
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Summary
NIST is seeking an A/C Equipment Mechanic to support the safe and reliable operation of complex HVAC systems across campus. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heating and cooling equipment to ensure research laboratories, specialized spaces, and campus buildings maintain the environmental conditions needed to operate efficiently and without interruption.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Boulder, CO
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $32.38 - $39.70 per hour Pay scale & grade
WG 10 - 11
Promotion potential 11
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number OFPM-194-27-13090919-AS Control number 888901600
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