Electronics Mechanic
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Alexandria, LA, United States
Summary
This position is located at the Alexandria Veterans Affairs Medical Center and has been placed on the National Historic Register with five Community Based Out-Patient Clinics. The work requires consideration of old and new construction methods for our many buildings and requires covering many buildings with current and future security needs and convenience. With over 100 acres of grounds the camera system is a must for safety 24 hours a day.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position – applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement – 05/01/2026. 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: Electronics Equipment Assembly – Installation – Repair Ingenuity Test Equipment – Electronics Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment) Use Hand and Power Tools – Electronics without more than normal supervision. 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/Working Conditions: Must have normal or corrected to normal hearing and vision. Frequent strenuous physical demands are present in all functions and is not limited to lifting and carrying of 50 lbs. Regular color vision and finger dexterity is required for identifying wire color strands for IT terminations. Daily duties require considerable walking, stair climbing, ladder and scaffold climbing, standing, stooping, bending, stretching, reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling, working off high ladders, scaffolds, wearing harnesses and respirators, and some heavy lifting. Work is performed inside and outside of buildings – well‑lit and adequately ventilated. Exposure to high and low ambient temperatures, drafts, equipment noise, paint fumes, spray mist, dust, dirt, chemicals, cuts, bruises, broken bones, and noxious fumes is common. Wearing uncomfortable protective equipment and clothing is occasionally necessary. Exposure to asbestos and lead‑based paint – as well as other toxins – is a daily concern with buildings of the age.
Duties
Independently installs, modifies, overhauls, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electronic equipment of moderate complexity or a system of limited complexity.
Determines the operation of circuits – locates points from which to take readings – analyzes the schematic layout and makes preliminary visual inspections and operational tests to determine components causing malfunctions or invalid readings.
Makes repairs by replacing damaged, missing, burnt, or faulty items.
Independently diagnoses and repairs all mechanical issues – oil changes, fluid leaks, preventive maintenance, starting and running issues, power loss issues – and maintains diesel emergency generators around the facility in key areas for patient care criteria.
Assembles items with a wide variety of joining techniques such as miters, rabbets, dados, biscuit, and mortise and tenon – and uses glues and adhesives to secure wood pieces, veneers, and countertops.
Maintains various types of locking systems such as the Best Lock Security System and combination locks.
Installs and maintains electrified locking devices such as mortise locks, cylindrical locks, cabinet locks, rim locks, panic exit devices, etc.
Interprets drawings, blueprints, and specifications and determines the layout and work sequences to be completed.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday – 8:00 am – 4:30 pm – subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Position Description Title/PD#: Electronics Mechanic/PD059640.
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This position is located at the Alexandria Veterans Affairs Medical Center and has been placed on the National Historic Register with five Community Based Out-Patient Clinics. The work requires consideration of old and new construction methods for our many buildings and requires covering many buildings with current and future security needs and convenience. With over 100 acres of grounds the camera system is a must for safety 24 hours a day.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position – applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement – 05/01/2026. 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: Electronics Equipment Assembly – Installation – Repair Ingenuity Test Equipment – Electronics Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment) Use Hand and Power Tools – Electronics without more than normal supervision. 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/Working Conditions: Must have normal or corrected to normal hearing and vision. Frequent strenuous physical demands are present in all functions and is not limited to lifting and carrying of 50 lbs. Regular color vision and finger dexterity is required for identifying wire color strands for IT terminations. Daily duties require considerable walking, stair climbing, ladder and scaffold climbing, standing, stooping, bending, stretching, reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling, working off high ladders, scaffolds, wearing harnesses and respirators, and some heavy lifting. Work is performed inside and outside of buildings – well‑lit and adequately ventilated. Exposure to high and low ambient temperatures, drafts, equipment noise, paint fumes, spray mist, dust, dirt, chemicals, cuts, bruises, broken bones, and noxious fumes is common. Wearing uncomfortable protective equipment and clothing is occasionally necessary. Exposure to asbestos and lead‑based paint – as well as other toxins – is a daily concern with buildings of the age.
Duties
Independently installs, modifies, overhauls, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electronic equipment of moderate complexity or a system of limited complexity.
Determines the operation of circuits – locates points from which to take readings – analyzes the schematic layout and makes preliminary visual inspections and operational tests to determine components causing malfunctions or invalid readings.
Makes repairs by replacing damaged, missing, burnt, or faulty items.
Independently diagnoses and repairs all mechanical issues – oil changes, fluid leaks, preventive maintenance, starting and running issues, power loss issues – and maintains diesel emergency generators around the facility in key areas for patient care criteria.
Assembles items with a wide variety of joining techniques such as miters, rabbets, dados, biscuit, and mortise and tenon – and uses glues and adhesives to secure wood pieces, veneers, and countertops.
Maintains various types of locking systems such as the Best Lock Security System and combination locks.
Installs and maintains electrified locking devices such as mortise locks, cylindrical locks, cabinet locks, rim locks, panic exit devices, etc.
Interprets drawings, blueprints, and specifications and determines the layout and work sequences to be completed.
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday – 8:00 am – 4:30 pm – subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Position Description Title/PD#: Electronics Mechanic/PD059640.
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