Federal government of the United States
Air Conditioning Equipment Mechanic
Federal government of the United States, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Summary
Employee will be assigned to the Maintenance & Operations Section, HVAC Shop, VA Medical Center, Indianapolis, IN. Performs the duties of Journeyman Air Conditioning (AC) Equipment Mechanic to install, repair, and modify large and complex systems that provide a variety of air conditioning functions such as heating, cooling, humidifying, dehumidifying, cleaning, filtering, and circulating for the safe and efficient operation of all HVAC equipment throughout the medical center campus.
Overview Accepting applications: Open & closing dates 01/06/2026 to 01/12/2026 Salary $33.83 to $39.48 per hour Location: Indianapolis, IN (1 vacancy) Remote: No Telework eligible Travel Required: Not required Relocation expenses: Reimbursed
Preferred Experience Facility prefers applicants who possess five (5) years in commercial HVAC working on Air Handling Unit (AHU) systems moving up to 45,000 cubic feet per minute (CFM).
Duties
Installing, troubleshooting, repairing, relocating, overhauling, and modifying various special-purpose Heating Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) units and systems.
Following appropriate technical data, blueprints, free hard sketches, work orders, verbal instructions and using correct test equipment, tools, and protective clothing.
Performing the appropriate requirements on the following systems and equipment: Pneumatic and electronic control panels, window air conditioners, walk‑in and reach‑in refrigerators, ice machines, fan coil units, air handlers, self‑contained chiller units, multi‑zone systems, cooling towers and associated components, water pumps, flow indicators, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic valves, drinking water coolers, steam, electrical and gas‑fired heating units, pressure‑reducing valves, traps, ventilation units, mechanical and motorized louvers, vent pipe for gas‑fired equipment, strainers and any other devices associated with cooling, heating, ventilation or refrigeration.
Installing, repairing, and maintaining large, complex, high‑ and low‑pressure heat exchangers having a great variety of complicated components, parts, and auxiliary equipment.
Operating, troubleshooting, adjusting, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems which are controlled by computer‑based systems, such as direct digital, microprocessor, electro‑pneumatic, electronic, automated logic systems.
Performing all troubleshooting methods to complete necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on all HVAC and refrigeration equipment within the facility.
Performing other related duties as assigned.
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.
You may be required to serve a probationary period.
Pre‑employment physical required.
Subject to background/security investigation.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre‑employment requirements.
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 (effective May 7, 2025).
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Qualifications Certification requirement: current Universal Refrigerant Certification in accordance with the 1990 Clean Air Act, from an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved agency.
Physical effort and work conditions: Strenuous physical effort is required while dismantling and reassembling equipment. Incidents of lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally more than 75 pounds, are frequent. Work may be performed from ladders, catwalks, scaffolding, and cramped areas with low overheads. Exposure to toxic refrigerants and the need to wear personal protective equipment are inherent to the role. Hand dexterity and mental alertness are critical.
Job elements evaluated: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair; Interpret Instructions, Specifications; Materials; Technical Practices; Troubleshooting; Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment; Without more than normal supervision.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional 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. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
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.
Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to make a federal career very rewarding.
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Overview Accepting applications: Open & closing dates 01/06/2026 to 01/12/2026 Salary $33.83 to $39.48 per hour Location: Indianapolis, IN (1 vacancy) Remote: No Telework eligible Travel Required: Not required Relocation expenses: Reimbursed
Preferred Experience Facility prefers applicants who possess five (5) years in commercial HVAC working on Air Handling Unit (AHU) systems moving up to 45,000 cubic feet per minute (CFM).
Duties
Installing, troubleshooting, repairing, relocating, overhauling, and modifying various special-purpose Heating Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) units and systems.
Following appropriate technical data, blueprints, free hard sketches, work orders, verbal instructions and using correct test equipment, tools, and protective clothing.
Performing the appropriate requirements on the following systems and equipment: Pneumatic and electronic control panels, window air conditioners, walk‑in and reach‑in refrigerators, ice machines, fan coil units, air handlers, self‑contained chiller units, multi‑zone systems, cooling towers and associated components, water pumps, flow indicators, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic valves, drinking water coolers, steam, electrical and gas‑fired heating units, pressure‑reducing valves, traps, ventilation units, mechanical and motorized louvers, vent pipe for gas‑fired equipment, strainers and any other devices associated with cooling, heating, ventilation or refrigeration.
Installing, repairing, and maintaining large, complex, high‑ and low‑pressure heat exchangers having a great variety of complicated components, parts, and auxiliary equipment.
Operating, troubleshooting, adjusting, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems which are controlled by computer‑based systems, such as direct digital, microprocessor, electro‑pneumatic, electronic, automated logic systems.
Performing all troubleshooting methods to complete necessary repairs and preventative maintenance on all HVAC and refrigeration equipment within the facility.
Performing other related duties as assigned.
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.
You may be required to serve a probationary period.
Pre‑employment physical required.
Subject to background/security investigation.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre‑employment requirements.
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 (effective May 7, 2025).
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Qualifications Certification requirement: current Universal Refrigerant Certification in accordance with the 1990 Clean Air Act, from an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved agency.
Physical effort and work conditions: Strenuous physical effort is required while dismantling and reassembling equipment. Incidents of lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally more than 75 pounds, are frequent. Work may be performed from ladders, catwalks, scaffolding, and cramped areas with low overheads. Exposure to toxic refrigerants and the need to wear personal protective equipment are inherent to the role. Hand dexterity and mental alertness are critical.
Job elements evaluated: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair; Interpret Instructions, Specifications; Materials; Technical Practices; Troubleshooting; Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment; Without more than normal supervision.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional 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. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
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.
Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to make a federal career very rewarding.
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