Hybrid Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor (In House Construction Crew) presso Department of Veterans Affairs

Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor (In House Construction Crew)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location(s): Kansas City, Missouri

Salary Range: $45.36 - $52.97 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located at the Kansas City Veteran Affairs Medical Center (KCVAMC). The incumbent functions as a Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor for the In-House Construction Crew (IHCC) in the Facilities Engineering Service, accomplishing trades and labor work.

Major Duties:

• The primary function of the IHCC is to accomplish improvements to the physical plant, building structures, exterior sites and/or utility systems through a variety of construction projects involving all types of construction trades organized into work groups, or crews, of varying makeup based on the specific needs of each assigned construction project. The incumbent serves as the first line supervisor of the IHCC for the KCVAMC and reports directly to the Assistant Chief, Facilities Engineering Service. The duty station for this position is at the main campus of KCVA but will oversee project at the Honor Annex and any other outlying KCVA facilities. As a Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor you will: Responsible for the technical supervision of the IHCC to carry out the mission of the organization. Determines acceptability, rejection, or correction of staff work. Performs regular inspections of all IHCC projects to ensure compliance with all plans and using service requirements. Schedules and participates in as necessary all utility shutdowns involving all IHCC construction work related activities required to minimize adverse impact on VAMC operations. Make action plans based off of specifications and instructions. Keeps Facilities Management Service (FMS) informed of slow progress, anticipated delays, or any other adverse impact on KCVAMC operations due to construction work. Maintains construction schedules and milestones and can present those items when asked by leadership. Ensures all inspections and timelines are coordinated with contractors, subject matter experts, and Projects/Engineering. Works closely with FMS Projects Department throughout the life cycle of the construction project. Ensures all safety and commercial construction codes and regulations are followed by staff and contractors. Makes or delegates all purchasing for all of the IHCC construction sites. Maintains a "Tiger Team" for smaller projects. Ensures all logistical support is in place prior to start of a construction project. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 06:30am to 02:30pm. Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor (In House Construction Crew)/PD097780 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Qualifications: To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/25/2025. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Building and Construction Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The employee handles and carries tools, equipment and testing devices that seldom weigh over 50 pounds. The work is normally performed at sites where most of the equipment can be reached from the floor or from ladders. Occasionally, platforms and scaffolding are needed to reach parts of the systems such as fans, electrical and water lines and duct work. Is occasionally required to stoop, stretch, bend, kneel, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Working Conditions: Most of the work is done inside, but the employee is subject to temperature changes when working on equipment such as wiring in computer rooms. The employee is occasionally subject to burns, cuts, electrical shocks, and respiratory ailments. Exposure is repeated, prolonged or concentrated amounts of refrigerant gases may cause toxic effects to eyes, skin, and internal organs.

How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 07/25/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12767979. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 85 or more) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.

Application Deadline: 2025-07-25