Maintenance & Operations Supervisor

Summary

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans?

• A Recruitment or Relocation Incentive is authorized for a highly qualified candidate.

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Overview

• Accepting applications

• Open & closing dates

07/01/2024 to 07/22/2024

• Salary

$43.81 - $51.10 per hour

• Pay scale & grade

WS 14

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Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

• Milwaukee, WI 1 vacancy

• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

No

• Travel Required

Not required

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

• Appointment type

Permanent

• Work schedule

Full-time

• Service

Competitive

• Promotion potential

None

• Job family (Series)

4701 Miscellaneous General Maintenance and Operations Work

• Supervisory status

Yes

• Security clearance

Not Required

• Drug test

No

• Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

• Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

• Announcement number

ML-12464019-24-AM

• Control number

798045900

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This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

• Federal employees - Competitive service

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

• Individuals with disabilities

• Military spouses

• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

• Veterans

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Duties

This position is located at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI (695) - a Level 1a Complexity VHA Facility, and is organizationally aligned under the Facility Management Division.

The position functions as the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor (M&O Supervisor) and has full responsibility for the supervision of five (5) subdivisions comprised of 122 FTEE, which includes: Maintenance & Repair Pipe and Electric (18 FTEE); Grounds & Transportation (24 FTEE); Architectural (25 FTEE); Maintenance & Repair/PM&R (18 FTEE); Plant Operations & Utility (37 FTEE).

The M&O Supervisor is primarily responsible for the administration and supervision of the Federal Wage System (FWS) work performed in each of the subdivisions organizationally aligned under the Facility Management Division.

Major duties:

• Responsible for the overall round-the-clock, seven-day operations and maintenance repair activities of the Medical Center; which spans across 125 acres & includes over 50 buildings, structures and components; all building service equipment and systems such as sewers, water, gas, steam, electricity, fire suppression and fire detection, and air.

• Responsible for the operations & maintenance repair activities of the boiler and chiller plants serving the Medical Center campus, and the maintenance of all exterior distribution lines and grounds maintenance upkeep. This involves planning, technical support and oversight at the main Medical Center campus as well as the work performed at the Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) - located in Cleveland, WI and Union Grove, WI.

• Provides direct coordinating support to the Wood National Cemetery for utility systems and infrastructure.

• Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of building service equipment, utility distribution systems, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, emergency electric generating systems, installation of small equipment, and repairs and maintenance of other items.

• Responsible for the general administrative and 2nd level supervisory personnel functions of the unit.

• Participates in the forecasts of annual budgetary requirements for contracted building maintenance and service work. May inspect contractor's product or services rendered against specifications and contractual agreements to ensure the quality and effectiveness of work. Contributes to project development and works with contractors performing contract work that will involve or effect Maintenance and Repairs.

• Work Schedule: Full-time, 6 AM-2:30 PM, Monday through Friday, typically work on this assigned shift but work may include working weekends, holidays and off hours response. This position is not eligible for AWS or compressed schedules.

• A Recruitment or Relocation Incentive is authorized for a highly qualified candidate.

• You may be required to serve a 52 week Supervisory Probationary Period, if you have never successfully completed one with the VHA before.

• Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance & Operations Supervisor/17071O

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.

• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

• You may be required to serve a probationary period

• Subject to background/security investigation

• Pre-employment physical required

• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/22/2024.

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.

Your resume must show evidence that describes your experience as it relates to this position. This includes, but is not limited to: responsible for overseeing the supervision of journeyman and tradesman workers of varying trades and/or crafts that are unrelated in nature; possesses extensive knowledge and experience gained by having been associated with or worked for a significant period of time in any one or combination of trades associated with construction, maintenance, or repair and operation of plant facilities to be able to determine individual trade, material and equipment requirements, and work sequences; possesses strong communication and writing skills and a broad knowledge of Medical Center operations & communicates well with peers, subordinates, supervisors, and counterparts in other services; determines how many assignments can be done concurrently or which must be delayed and the number and type of employees needed, considering skills and personnel available to do the work and the availability of materials and equipment required; provides direct input and participates in meetings and/or conferences with senior management, Division, and other personnel involving the initial analysis of long-range work requirements for in-house maintenance and major construction project support (typically, 6 months or longer in advance of the beginning of actual work operations); and responsible for the effective and economical use of allocated resources, both human and material costs, redirecting resources (materials and staff) under their supervision to accommodate for emergencies.

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:

• Ingenuity

• Materials

• Meet deadlines

• Plan and organize work

• Shop Practices

• Work with Others

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.

Physical Requirements: Occasionally lifts heavy loads, machinery parts, etc., be able to climb/descent ladders and scaffolds. The Incumbent is subject to all hazards inherent in the physical plant and grounds environments, for example: burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, falls, high heat, high humidity, etc.

Working Conditions: May work from ladders, scaffolding, and/or hydraulic platforms. Requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant odors. May be subject to possible dangerous working conditions including exposure to hazards normally encountered in the Medical Center, trade related work, various types of infections, electrical shock and/or electrical burns, cuts, bruises, and strains. The wear of appropriate & required personal protective equipment as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

The Milwaukee VA Medical Center is committed to hiring a diverse workforce from various backgrounds and individuals who demonstrate a diversity, equity and inclusion-related mindset and behaviors. We are strongly seeking candidates who represent the full range of cultural and identity factors including but not limited to race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation/identity, gender identity and expression, age, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, religion, spiritual practices, geographic region, and other characteristics.

Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Contact the Agency Contact for information on how to apply under this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator.

The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal/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/.

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.

Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.

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.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Narrative responses are not required at this time. If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview. Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

For more information on the "Who may apply" eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.

Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Financial disclosure not required.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.