Boiler Plant Operator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System is seeking qualified applicants to join its team. Candidates will need to demonstrate appropriate skills and experience to provide effective healthcare services. This role requires adherence to specific standards and participation in mandatory health programs throughout employment.

Qualifications

• Evidence of training or experience showing ability to perform duties.
• Must provide detailed descriptions of applicable experience.
• Participation in seasonal influenza vaccination program required.

Skills

Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision

Dexterity and safety

Equipment assembly, installation, repair

Interpret instructions and specifications

Measuring instruments

Operation of equipment/machinery

Technical practices

Job description

The Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System (EOVAHCS) is located in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and provides care through one VA Medical Center and 8 outpatient sites. Our facility offers a wide range of services, including 27 clinical specialties, ICU level 3, Intermediate Operating Room complexity, and 12 psychiatric beds. The EOVAHCS is part of VA Network 19.

Duties

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job.
• Subject to a background and suitability investigation.
• May serve a probationary period.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• A complete application package including Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will need to complete an online onboarding process and provide acceptable identification for 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 used as acceptable identification for employment.
• Selected applicants are subject to a restriction on movement following appointment in accordance with 5 C.F.R. 330.502 for the first 90 days.
• A pre-employment physical examination is required to demonstrate the ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is mandatory for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).

Qualifications

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

Experience: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must demonstrate evidence of training or experience that shows your ability to perform the duties of this position. Your resume should include detailed descriptions of such experience. Applicants will be rated according to the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

Screen-out Element: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen-out question, typically question 1 in the online questionnaire. Those who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for further rating; those who do not will be rated ineligible and eliminated. The remaining candidates will be rated on the following job elements:

• Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision
• Dexterity and safety
• Equipment assembly, installation, repair
• Interpret instructions and specifications (excluding blueprint reading)
• Measuring instruments
• Operation of equipment/machinery
• Technical practices

Experience includes paid, unpaid, volunteer work through programs like Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, or other organizations. Volunteer work can help develop skills and competencies relevant to this role. Credit will be given for all qualifying experience, including volunteer activities.

Note: A full year of work is considered 35-40 hours per week. Part-time experience will be credited proportionally. Applicants should clearly specify their duties, responsibilities, and hours worked per week in each position.