Utility Systems Operator.

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers; Glynco (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers in Glynco, Georgia seeks a Utility Systems Operator to manage boiler and HVAC systems across campus. The role requires hands-on operation, routine maintenance, and timely repairs to ensure continuous facilities services.

You will monitor gauges, adjust controls, perform preventive maintenance, and document activities. Candidates should be able to read diagrams and operate an energy management control system, with readiness for shift work and safety

Qualifications

• Experience in operation and maintenance of boiler systems and HVAC equipment.
• Ability to read drawings and diagrams for boiler plants and EMCS control systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate large HVAC systems and boilers with monitoring and adjustments.
• Monitor gauges, flow meters, and temperatures to keep systems within limits.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine repairs on boilers and pumps.
• Document operations and respond to alarms with corrective actions.
• Support energy management through EMCS with accuracy and logs.

Job description

Duties

Serving as a Utility Systems Operator WG-5406-10/11 makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) team and mission. This position is located in the Facilities Operations Branch within the Facilities Management Branch within Mission and Readiness Support Directorate located in Glynco, Georgia.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Utility Systems Operator responsible for operating and performing regular monitoring, general maintenance and "as-needed" repair to a wide range of boilers. These boilers are equipped with dual natural gas/oil burners, gas/oil handling equipment, flame and combustion control, flow meter, CO2 meters and draft gauges. Operators must be familiar with drawings and circuit diagrams of the boiler plants, air conditioning plants, and auxiliary equipment in order to quickly locate defects in the system. The position also operates an energy management control system (EMCS) which controls large complex air conditioning systems used for climatic controlling of various buildings around the Center.

Typical Duties Include

• Operating large complex heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and chillers/chill water systems comprised of centrifugal and reciprocating types of refrigeration machines, which include various components such as circulating pumps, heat exchanges, large air handling units, and cooling towers
• Monitoring gauges and thermometers to ascertain that water is supplied to the condenser of the refrigeration machines, checks for proper flow of water to oil coolers, ensures that oil pressures and temperatures are within operational limits, makes entries into log sheet at specified intervals, etc.
• Performing prescribed operation maintenance, inspections and preventive maintenance to equipment such as changing filters in air handlers, replacing of worn "V" belts, lubricating motor and shaft bearings, repacking and lubricating shaft and steam glands of pumps and valves on hot and chilled water circulating systems, tightening loose connections, etc.
• Analyzing and taking corrective action when malfunctions are indicated by alarms, gauges, etc., while also performing preventive maintenance and operational tests on all building systems as required
• Maintaining boiler water levels, temperatures and internal pressures within operating parameters; testing boiler safety features for proper operation on each shift, determining the amount of chemicals to be fed into boiler for control of corrosion and scale formation, and repairing minor repairs on the boiler plants to ensure continuity of services to the customer

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU).
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license to conduct official government business.
• Travel of 25% or less may be required.
• Overtime work may be required.
• Shift work may be required.
• Work on the weekends and federal holidays may be required.
• This position is Emergency Essential and required to sustain FLETC’s operations under all conditions to ensure FLETC Continuity of Operations for Mission Essential Functions.
• Must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards. You will be subject to a pre- appointment and annual physical examination.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Type 2 and Type 3 certification, or valid universal EPA refrigerant certification.

Qualifications

A resume must be no more than two pages. If an applicant's resume exceeds two pages, the USAJOBS database will not allow the application to be submitted. For additional assistance, please visit:

This position will be open continuous. The first set of applications will be reviewed on September 8, 2026 and every two weeks after. All requirements must be met by each review date.

Application Reviews Will Take Place On

• September 8, 2026
• September 22, 2026
• October 06, 2026
• October 20, 2026
• November 3, 2026
• November 17, 2026

and Closing date

WG-5406-10:

The applicant must have experience with practical knowledge and hands‑on experience in the operation and routine maintenance of boiler systems, including starting, stopping, and monitoring boiler performance. Operating the boiler system proficiently and safely without direct supervision during regular operations, following established procedures and posted instructions. Performing routine tasks such as monitoring gauges, adjusting controls, conducting blow-downs, and performing basic water chemistry tests. Recognizing abnormal operating conditions and takes appropriate initial corrective actions, but refers complex troubleshooting, repairs, and system adjustments to higher-level operators or supervisors. Receiving guidance or supervision for non-routine tasks, major repairs, or system adjustments.

WG-5406-11: The applicant must have experience

in operating and performing regular monitoring, general maintenance and "as-needed" repair to a wide range of boilers. The applicant will need extensive experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting large, complex heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, chillers, and chilled water systems, including centrifugal and reciprocating refrigeration machines. Applicant's responsibilities must included monitoring gauges, thermometers, and flowmeters to ensure proper operation, maintaining oil pressures and temperatures within operational limits, and performing preventive maintenance tasks such as changing filters, replacing worn belts, lubricating bearings, and repacking valves on hot and chilled water circulating systems. Applicants have experience consistently documenting operational data and taking corrective actions when malfunctions are indicated by alarms or gauges.

Your Resume Must Detail Your Experience.

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, religious, 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.

Background Investigation:

To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, the FLETC requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Suitability/Fitness as a condition of placement in this Non-Sensitive, Moderate Risk position. This review may include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

Physical Demands:

The position requires working in positions such as kneeling, stooping, bending, and crouching. Occasionally works in cramped or awkward positions. Frequent standing and walking is required while checking equipment. Lifting, carrying, and moving of heavy objects is required. Occasionally lifts objects weighing over 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

Required to work in disagreeable conditions, both inside and outside, with a major portion of work being done indoors in high temperatures. The work is usually dirty, dusty and greasy. The position may be exposed to dangers such as electrical shock, explosions, carbon monoxide poison, scalds, burns, gas and oil or Sulphur fumes. Cuts, bruises and broken bones may result from accidents while working around machinery and equipment. Required to operate government vehicles to travel between work sites. This position is deemed Emergency Essential in accordance with FLETC Directive 70-90.F, Hurricane Response Plan dated August 19, 2019.

Current or Former Political Appointees:

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibles:

If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP eligible. View information about

Education

Not Applicable

Additional information

A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. A recruitment incentive may be authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is not authorized. This position may be filled at the WG-10 or WG-11 level. If selection is made at the WG-10 level, promotion to the WG-11 level may occur without further competition. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Pursuant to Executive Order 12564 and FLETC policy, FLETC is committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Headquarters personnel in safety‑or security‑sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing and all applicants tentatively selected for employment at FLETC are subject to drug testing resulting in a negative test result. Re‑employed annuitants' annual salaries will be reduced by the amount of their retirement annuity and by further cost of living increases. FERS retirees receiving a FERS annuity supplement must also be aware that, like social security benefits, their FERS annuity supplement is subject to an earnings test and may be reduced if the salary earned is more than the social security exempt amount of earnings. Additional information is available on If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies during the next 90 days. This could result in a few or many vacancies being filled from this announcement. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full‑time, part‐time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.