The Instrument Mechanic position is intended to perform work in support of the mission of continuous operations of physical facilities in the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS). In addition, services are provided to tenants on the CTVHCS campuses to include Center of Excellence for Research on Returning War Veterans, Veterans Benefits Administration files building, Health Revenue Center, and Austin Financial Service Center Branch.
Major duties include, but not limited to: Performs tasks relative to maintenance, repair, modification, expansion of and conversion of pneumatic to electronic systems and engineering equipment networks; currently lnet-7(peer to peer network) at the Waco Campus and Johnson Controls Metasys system for the Temple Campus, Inform (polling type network), Temptrak and Powerlogic (wireless RF mesh network).
This includes but is not limited to DDC panels, dedicated RS485 to Ethernet routers, RS485-RS232 Ethernet controllers, unlicensed 900 MHz band for wireless monitoring, RS485 to wireless modems, Veeder Root TLS 350 tank monitors, and their various components.
Utilize various systems and networks, incumbent monitors temperature of medication and pharmacy equipment, cold storage, walk-in and reach-in freezers, domestic refrigerators, water tower levels, total electrical usage for each building, status of stand-by generators, and the level of fuel tanks; performing a nightly leak test on all tanks.
Interpret highly technical electronic/pneumatic data, reference materials, and manufacturer's specification, wiring and schematic diagrams to make an independent judgment in determining work sequence and selection of test equipment. This includes digital multimeters, Ethernet testers, milliamp testers, pressure gauges, 0-scope, laptop computers, and various other test equipment to determine the cause of malfunctions and to properly and safely service equipment.
Respond to emergency calls after hours and on weekends from the medical center, investigating and depending on the urgency and complexity of the problem will make repairs conserving manpower, utilities, and supplies. Familiarize self with how job activities impact VA's goal to implement sound stewardship practices that are protective of the air, water, land, and other natural and cultural resources.
This may include activities associated with proper storage, handling, and disposal and/ or recycling of wastes associated with their trades. In accordance with the goals of the VA Gems program, seeks to cost-effectively meet or exceed compliance with applicable Federal, State and local environmental public health and resource protection laws, regulations, and VA requirements.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Position Description Title/PD#: 08569-A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
There is no educational substitution for this position.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $32.03 – $37.36/hr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-06.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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