Utility Systems Operator

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs NAVAHCS Prescott is seeking a position under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Utility System Operator in Maintenance & Operations. The incumbent operates boilers and chillers and provides primary emergency repairs across the facility, 24/7 to support all facility maintenance items.

This role requires the ability to follow supervisor instructions, work with minimal supervision, and meet the screen-out element of the federal qualifications process.

Qualifications

• Evidence of training or experience sufficient to perform the duties.
• Applicants will be rated under the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers and chillers and respond to emergencies 24/7 across the facility.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems as directed.
• Follow supervisor instructions and operate within Maintenance & Operations procedures.

Job description

This incumbent in this position is under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Utility System Operator, part of Maintenance & Operations (M&O), Facilities Management Service located in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS) located in Prescott, AZ. This position's primary purpose of the operation of the boilers, chillers and primary response for emergency repairs throughout the facility for all facility maintenance items 24/7.

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:

• Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair
• Measuring Instruments
• Operation of Equipment/Machinery
• Technical Practices
• Without more than normal supervision

Special Placement Factor

Current Valid State Issued Driver's License

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.