Equipment Operator (Intermediate Trainee)

US Southwestern Power Administration; Gore (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

US Southwestern Power Administration in Gore, OK is seeking an Equipment Operator (Intermediate Trainee) to learn under a journey-level operator and to gain hands-on experience operating a range of mobile and stationary equipment. This role requires physical presence in Gore, Oklahoma, and emphasizes safety, training, and adherence to job qualification standards.

The position focuses on developing the skills and knowledge necessary to perform duties across transportation, construction, and

Job description

As an Equipment Operator (Intermediate Trainee), you will work under a journey-level Equipment Operator or Equipment Operator Leader to build the skills and gain the knowledge and experience needed to operate a combination of transportation, construction, or other mobile equipment and stationery or portable industrial equipment, machinery, and tools.

**This is not a remote position. The selectee will be required to be physically present in Gore, OK.**

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C). Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out factors which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on this screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

The screen-out element for this position is:

Ability to do the work of an Equipment Operator (Intermediate Trainee), such as clearing and maintaining high voltage transmission rights-of-way (up to 161kV), independently without more than normal supervision.

Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Physical Demands:

Work assignments typically require moderately heavy physical effort to reach, bend, turn, and move arms, feet, and legs. Duties require the trainee to maneuver into and out of specific locations while dismantling and assembling utility related equipment to handle different sets of controls; to operate large wheeled and track type equipment and attachments; walking across rugged terrain; and loading and unloading tools and related equipment, often lifting and handling items weighing up to 100 pounds. Considerable strain is caused by the constant, vibration, jerking and jolting of the equipment during operation over rough terrain or surfaces. Due to the location of some of the controls, operators are required to work in awkward or strained positions. There are occasions when the incumbent is required to sit and stand for long periods of time.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in remote, outdoor field locations with exposure to all types of weather conditions (wind, rain, dust, hot sun, cold weather). Employee is exposed to unpleasant noise levels, vibrations, dust, dirt, and fumes from the motor and exhaust. Work is performed in rights-of-way where the employee is exposed to danger from an atmosphere of high voltage electricity and must apply a wide range of safety precautions. Position may require accredited nationally recognized certification for fixed and swing boom cranes, aerial man-lifts, and/or material handling equipment. If so, training will be provided at government expense. Travel to and lodging at remote locations is frequently required. Travel is by motor vehicle, aircraft, or other means of transportation.