The purpose of the position is to perform a wide variety of emergency repairs throughout the medical center. This position is in the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Engineering Service, West Los Angeles Section, Pipefitting and Emergency Mechanics Unit, Los Angeles, CA.
Ability to perform frequent and periodic inspections of all equipment, including arrangement for outside construction support as required; inventorying and securing all equipment and supplies at the Carpenter, Locksmith and Painter Section. Knowledge, skill and ability to carry out special assignments, as delegated; perform any other related duties that may be assigned.
Knowledge of understanding mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems and principles of operation, and fix mobile equipment, machines, and machinery. Initiate electronic work orders, document man-hours, findings, repairs and materials to use on identified deficiencies, including time spent on administrative functions to control requirements of the Electrical Shop, Engineering Service and the VA San Diego Healthcare System.
Perform work at the journeymen level on a variety of equipment and systems, working with a team of different trades for the betterment of equipment, systems and services to our veterans and their dependents. Conduct initial inspections, testing, operations of newly acquired equipment and machinery, document and retain records, warranties, drawings and manuals.
Perform electrical work through performing repairs by replacing, tightening, splicing, soldering, insulating defective wiring, controls, equipment, switches, relays, loose connections, fittings, and thermostats. Troubleshoot, diagnose, modify, and repair faulty equipment and machinery or power and control issues using electrical and electronic testing equipment.
Responsible for installing, repairing, and adjusting air conditioning and refrigeration equipment throughout the medical center. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of critical hospital equipment and systems that achieve required climatic conditions. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD10736A Financial Disclosure: Not Required.
Physical Requirements: The incumbent must exert moderate to arduous physical effort involving working, standing, bending, stooping, lifting and crawling while performing his/her duties at the Medical Center. He/she must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding. He/she must be capable of climbing over and under equipment, working in confined spaces, crawl spaces and other isolated areas.
The incumbent must be able to work for extended periods in uncomfortable positions and conditions. He/she must be able to lift loads of up to 25 pounds unassisted. Preferred Experience: Knowledge of and experience working with hospital facility systems, including electrical, plumbing, water distribution, and mechanical equipment such as compressors, pumps, and automatic door systems, as well as carpentry and building maintenance functions.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $33.93 – $39.53/hr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-13.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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