The primary purpose of the position is to maintain mechanical, electrical plumbing, industrial equipment and piping systems. Maintenance Mechanics are assigned to various shifts, are subject to callback and often respond to emergent requests for work.
Duties include but are not limited to: Repair and service HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing and pipefitting systems, and industrial equipment. Reclaim refrigerant and comply with EPA regulations specific to refrigerant gases. Test, troubleshoot, and repair of electrical distribution systems and equipment for emergency and normal power sources. Install, troubleshoot, and repair of plumbing and piping systems.
Trace and troubleshoot pipelines, systems, and equipment to locate and repair leaks and trouble spots. Install, test, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, disassembly, assembly and provide preventative maintenance of medical gas systems and components (air/oxygen/vacuum), air compressors, vacuum and air pumps, compressors; food service equipment such as commercial cooking and reheating equipment, ovens, ranges, broilers, deep fat fryers, ice machines, etc.
The position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30am - 4:30pm or Tuesday - Saturday; 12:00am - 8:30am Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD02825A and PD590-02825A Physical Requirements: The incumbent works from ladders, scaffolding and hydraulic platforms. He/she often works in portions of the utility systems requiring attention that are cramped, dirty and hard-to-reach locations.
The work may involve prolonged crouching and standing and frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in exhausting and uncomfortable positions. The incumbent frequently lifts or carries tools, equipment, ladders, scaffolding, parts and supplies up to 50 pounds. Occasionally, the incumbent will be required to lift and carry items over 50 pounds. Note: Must be able to operate a government motor vehicle for regular duties and transporting equipment.
Natasha.Fortenberry@va.gov · 314-459-1741
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $36.32 – $42.37/hr.
Applications close on 2026-10-21.
There are 2 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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