Summary This position provides support in the areas of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the large and complex systems utilized for air conditioning and heating various historic and non-historic buildings within Independence National Historical Park. The incumbent also performs various duties in the plumbing and electrical trades. Responsibilities Provide support in the areas of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting. and repair of the large and complex systems utilized for air conditioning and heating of various historic and non-historic buildings, operating, installing. repairing. and maintaining several types of HVAC equipment. Make repairs to electrical and mechanical evaporators their blowers, motors: install. service and maintain condensed cooling towers and their fans. fan motors, blowers, exhaust and water pumps. Read and comprehend blueprint, technical manual, sketches, building plans an notes: follow manufacturer's instruction and safety manuals for tools, materials and equipment: Follow Local, State, Federal, and international building codes. Ability to select required materials and number of materials needed. Check and inspect equipment. tools, and systems to perform preventive maintenance corrective action. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship required. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males Direct Deposit: Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program. Incidental Driving: You may be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties. Prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year thereafter (or more frequently if management determines such need exists), you will be required to sign an affidavit certifying to your possession of a valid State issued driver's license that is current and has not been revoked, suspended, canceled, or otherwise disqualified in any way to prohibit your operation of a motor vehicle. You will also submit a photocopy of your valid State issued driver's license prior to your first official motor vehicle operation, and again every year, or more frequently if management determines such need exists. Lastly, you may be required to submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that discloses all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. Please indicate in your application whether you possess a valid State driver's license. Uniform: You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. Probationary Period: If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. Certification Requirement: You will be required to have an EPA Section 608 of the Clean Air Act Certification card and EPA number. Qualifications To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. Knowledge of materials Technical Competence Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic) Trouble shooting If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: 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. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions. Additional Information This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the National Park Service from another component, bureau or Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR 575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive. A Relocation Incentive May Be Authorized for a Federal employee when the employee must move, as directed by the National Park Service (NPS) either through a management directed reassignment or selection for employment, to a different location at least 50 miles away from the one where his/her position of record held at time of selection is currently located, due to a need of the NPS. A relocation incentive is not the same as a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move and, as such, may be granted in conjunction with one another. Physical Demands: Usually works indoors from ladders, scaffolding, and where the systems and equipment worked on are in hard to reach places. However, may sometimes work outside in cramped areas with low overheads, manholes, in deep water sump, from ladders, piping, airlifts, scaffolds, around toxic refrigerants, and may be exposed to the possibility of electrical shock. Frequently lifts and carries equipment weighing up to 80 pounds. Incumbent must stand, stoop, bend, climb, and work in cramped positions for extended periods. Incumbent may be required to work overtime, weekends, or holidays to support special events, or respond to winter or destructive weather. Overtime may be required with little or no notice. May work during or following storms when the full Park staff is not present, to maintain safe walkways and meet conditions for opening the Park to staff, visitors, and local residents. Working Conditions: The work is performed both inside and outside. All outdoor work will be performed in temperatures that range from 0 °F to 100°F, and in periods of full sunshine to rain, snow, sleep, or ice. Indoor work will be done on buildings varying from unheated to heated, and non air conditioned to air conditioned; is exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, bums, and broken bones Salary Range: A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Telework: The National Park Service has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster.