Utility Systems Operator

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

West Texas VA Health Care System is seeking a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator to run the facility's high pressure boiler and chiller plants, oversee the HVAC graphics control system, and maintain the water treatment plant. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of safety protocols and the ability to perform required equipment inspections.

Applicants should show evidence of training or experience and be prepared for the agency's qualification standards and evaluation process,

Qualifications

• Experience or training demonstrating ability to operate and maintain utility systems.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate the high pressure boiler plant and chiller plant.
• Manage the HVAC graphic control system and water treatment plant.

Skills

Dexterity

Safety

Machine tools

Equipment repair

Reading instructions

Technical practices

Supervision

Job description

The incumbent serves as a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator in the Engineering Service at the West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS). As such, the incumbent is responsible for operating the high pressure boiler plant, chiller plant, HVAC graphic control system, and water treatment plant.

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:

• Dexterity and Safety
• Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair
• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)
• Machine Tools
• Measuring Instruments
• Technical Practices
• Without more than normal supervision

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.