This position serves as an Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic within the Facilities Management Service at the VA New Jersey Medical Center in East Orange, NJ. The Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, performing preventative maintenance and repairing all HVAC&R (heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration) equipment and controls.
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will be open until October 5, 2026. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred as vacancies become available. Duties include but are not limited to: Repairs, inspects, lubricates, installs, and troubleshoots all air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment at the medical center. Will also be responsible for heating systems in centrally controlled systems.
Some examples of the types of equipment would include household and commercial refrigerators, water coolers, ice machines, window and central AC systems and chiller systems. Installs all necessary piping and tubing for assigned systems and equipment. Also is responsible for all wiring and control circuits within the system. Uses refrigerants and refrigeration oils within the scope of his work.
Responsible for observing all safe trade practices and handling all tools and material in a safe manner. Takes part in the maintenance and repair of steam distribution systems, water treatment systems, sewage ejection systems, medical and dental air and vacuum systems emergency generator general maintenance and repairs. Subject to emergency callbacks. All other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Varied shifts, including weekends and holidays; TBD during interview process.
Position Description Title/PD#: Air Conditioner Equipment Mechanic/PD5053-A and PD05053A Physical Requirements: May be required to bend, reach and hold awkward positions for prolonged periods. Frequently works from ladders, platforms, high places and cramped spaces. Considerable climbing, walking and stooping is also required for this position. Frequently lifts and moves objects up to 50lbs., and occasionally lifts and carries objects over 50lbs. either alone or with others.
Hoists, hand trucks, and pulleys are used in maneuvering heavy equipment being installed or serviced. Makes repairs from platforms and ladders. May have to work in hard to reach places.
katie.calandra@va.gov · 680-356-3681
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $34.64 – $40.47/hr.
Applications close on 2026-10-07.
There are 2 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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