Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator within the VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System. The role involves operating and maintaining boilers and chillers, keeping detailed logs, and performing preventive maintenance on complex mechanical systems.

The incumbent will work rotating schedules including weekends and holidays, with duties spanning engineering and plant operations. Experience with safety protocols and technical documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate training or experience showing ability to perform utility system duties.
• Experience demonstrated through detailed resume describing related work.
• Compliance with qualification standards for federal wage system is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain three large hot water units and multiple chillers.
• Maintain logs: boiler, chiller, production, and maintenance records.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on fixed and movable mechanical systems.
• Inspect and repair boilers, chillers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and shop drawings.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Boiler/Chiller operation

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Electrical/mechanical systems

Education

3rd class stationary engineer license (preferred)

Tools

Shop tools & equipment

Measuring instruments

Welding & brazing equipment

Pumps & valves

Job description

Summary

The incumbent will serve as a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator organizationally aligned to the Boiler-Chiller Plant - Facility Management - Engineering Service - VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System.

Summary

The incumbent will serve as a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator organizationally aligned to the Boiler-Chiller Plant - Facility Management - Engineering Service - VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System.

Qualifications

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 Interpret Instructions - Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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. Preferred Experience: Possession of a current 3rd class stationary engineers license or equivalent training or experience. Note: Please provide a copy of your 3rd class stationary engineer license with your application if you are claiming it. 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.

Duties

• Operating and safely maintaining three 25 -000 and two Patterson Kelley finned tubed C900 hot water units
• Safely and efficiently maintaining five 1 -200 ton centrifugal chillers - associated cooling towers and all related pumps and systems
• Operating and safely maintaining two 200 ton process chillers - associated condensing units and all related pumps and systems
• Completing and maintaining all official plant operational records including boiler plant log book - operational log - overtime call back log - hospital engineers log - chiller plant log book - plant production logs - chemical analysis logs and preventative maintenance work orders
• Using pressure reducing valves - electric driven pumps - de-aerating feed water heaters - surge tanks - steam supply - effluent discharge systems
• and the medical center's steam and natural gas domestic water system
• Repairing - troubleshooting - installing and altering equipment and systems
• Conducting rigorous preventative maintenance on a wide variety of complex fixed mechanical systems and/or movable mechanical equipment
• Using hand tools and power operated shop equipment including grinding machines - drill presses - micrometers - veneer calipers - chain falls and hoists - arc welding - brazing and soldering
• Handling refrigerants - mechanical - pneumatic and hydraulic operating characteristics of machinery and equipment
• Using measuring instruments such as the volt-ohm multi-meter - amp meter - continuity testing equipment - voltage testing equipment - oscilloscopes - combustion analyzing equipment for pollution control and efficiency
• Repairing and maintaining the boilers - chillers and auxiliary equipment including all medical center utility systems
• Analyzing and chemically treating all waters associated with plant operations such as boilers - soft - condensate - chilled - and condenser
• Completing preventative maintenance with Joint Commission requirements and equipment manufacture recommendation
• Reading and interpreting technical manuals - blueprints - shop drawings - and other highly complex technical guides proficiently
• Work Schedule: Rotating Schedules to include weekends and holidays
• Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repairer-Operator/PD92968A Physical Requirements: Makes repairs and installations from ladders - scaffolding - platforms - and other hard-to-reach places - requiring standing - stooping - bending - kneeling - climbing - and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions
• Carries tools - equipment - and parts that weigh up to 50 pounds
• The work is performed both inside and outside - making repairs and installations in bad weather
• in work areas that are noisy - dirty - dusty - greasy and extremely warm
• on scaffolding or cranes at heights of 30 feet or more
• and in close quarters such as manholes and attics
• Occasional exposure to the possibility of injury from falling - electrical shock - burns - and rotary devices such as electrical motors
• Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises and occasionally exposed to the possibility of broken bones
• May be required to wear appropriate safety gear such as protective eyewear.