Maintenance and Operations Supervisor

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Duties

OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until filled. SUPERVISION: The incumbent oversees the Preventive Maintenance and Operations within the Maintenance department and is responsible for the implementation and management of an effective utility operation, maintenance, and repair program of all buildings, personal property and building service equipment for the New York Harbor HCS (NYHHCS), St. Albans Campus, including all CBOC and leased property sites throughout the related New York City area. The incumbent plans, directs, schedules, and supervises work performed by the Operation, Utility, Maintenance, and Repair and the shops and advises high-level Medical Center management. The incumbent will ensure equity of standards and ratings between teams, evaluate leaders, approve selection for subordinates, and recommend leader selection. Directs a major program with significant resources and resolves problems with Section Supervisors and contractors. Hears grievances, reviews disciplinary actions, identifies and provides training, evaluates contractor work, approves within grade and overtime, and recommends awards and position classification. Reviews work, develops and implements methods to improve production and work performance reports, and finds methods to increase work quality. The incumbent assigns work based on the qualification of the tradesman, in accordance with position descriptions and concurrent work assignments. MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND CONSTRUCTION: The incumbent is responsible for the implementation and management of an effective utility operation, maintenance, and repair program of all buildings, personal property, and building service equipment for the New York Harbor HCS, St. Albans Campus, including all CBOC and leased property sites throughout the related New York City area. OPERATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION: The incumbent is responsible for assuring the continuous operation of services which include Utilities Management and the Medical Centers water distribution system which includes an extensive water main system, chlorination, water softeners, and filters. The water distribution system is inspected annually, and the incumbent is responsible for ensuring the water system meets VA and DOH standards. PLANNING: The incumbent formulates organizational, operational objectives and priorities, rearranging these priorities when necessary. Plans and schedules work/project requirements on a long-range basis and analyzes work schedules; determines manpower, material requirements, and methods to be used. Plans work assignments, availability of manpower and equipment, and deadlines. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: 8:00AM TO 4;30PM Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance and Operations Supervisor/PD00000 and PD069250

Requirements

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) The incumbent shall obtain their COR II certificate and be able to negotiate contracts, evaluate vendor performance, and ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/18/2026. 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. Some experience includes: Installing, repairing, or replacing doors and windows with all hardware, including locksets and closers. Installing, modifying, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring systems, related switches, distribution panels, and outlet boxes. Installing and making uncomplicated repairs on a variety of small domestic and commercial heating, furnaces, refrigeration, and air conditioning units and systems. Constructing/framing walls and applying drywall, mud, tape, and plaster. Performing welding duties using electric and wire feed, acetylene and/or inert gas shielded welding processes to weld various types of metal in various sizes, shapes, and thickness. Planning and measuring material according to requirements and dimensions outlined in instructions. Using equipment and tools common to the electrical trade to accomplish daily work. Performing preventative maintenance on shop tools and equipment to ensure safe and properfunction. 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: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Materials Measuring Instruments 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.

Education

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Other Information

Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.