Boiler Plant Operator

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Wyoming; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Sheridan, Wyoming, located within the VAHCS and Facilities Management Service (FMS), seeks a Boiler Plant Operator to manage 2 to 4 high-pressure boilers fueled by natural gas or fuel oil and the associated equipment. The job emphasizes continuous monitoring, data collection, and necessary maintenance to keep the plant running smoothly.

Applicants should note the qualification process: there is a screen-out element and detailed evaluation under OPM Federal

Responsibilities

• Operate 2 to 4 high-pressure boilers using natural gas or fuel oil and related equipment.
• Monitor boiler performance and collect data for maintenance planning.
• Perform required maintenance and repairs as needed to ensure system reliability.

Job description

Located within the VAHCS in Sheridan, Wyoming under the Facilities Management Service (FMS), Boiler Plant section and serves as a Boiler Plant Operator (BPO). The purpose of the position is to perform a wide variety of operational tasks on 2 to 4 high pressure boilers operating on natural gas or fuel oil, and their corresponding ancillary equipment. The work performed includes consistent monitoring, data collection, and required maintenance and repairs when necessary.

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

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:

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.