Boiler Plant Operator Supervisor

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Central Texas Veterans Health Care System seeks a Boiler Plant Operator Supervisor to lead a team of Air Conditioning Equipment Operators and Boiler Plant Operators.

You will supervise, coordinate, and optimize the operation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems to support hospital functions.

Qualifications

• Experience described as training or experience; no required length specified.
• Applicants evaluated using OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.
• Screen-out element applies; minimal qualifications determine eligibility.
• Physical requirements and working conditions are detailed in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff across multiple trades including Air Conditioning Equipment Operators and Boiler Plant Operators.
• Oversee operation, maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment.
• Ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance in daily activities.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

HVAC operation

Safety protocols

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

The Boiler Plant Operator Supervisor serves under the Chief of Maintenance and Operations at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. As the Utility Systems Operator-Repairer Supervisor the primary purpose of their role is to supervise staff engaged in a multiple of trades consisting of Air Conditioning Equipment Operators and Boiler Plant Operators who operate, maintain and repair HVAC equipment.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/30/2026. 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. 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: Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Measuring Instruments Operation of Equipment/Machinery Technical Practices 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.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over
• Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over
• Straight pulling (2-4 hours)
• Pulling hand over hand (1 hour)
• Pushing (1 hour)
• Reaching above shoulder
• Use of fingers
• Both hands required
• Walking (4 hours)
• Standing (4 hours)
• Crawling (1 hour)
• Kneeling (1 hour)
• Repeated bending (1-3 hours)
• Climbing, use of legs and arms
• Both legs required
• Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
• Both eyes required
• Ability to distinguish basic colors
• Hearing (aid permitted)

Working Conditions

• Outside and inside
• Excessive noise, intermittent
• Grease and oils
• Electrical energy
• Working around machinery with moving parts
• Working on ladders or scaffolding
• Working closely with others.