Utility Systems Repairer Operator Supervisor

Veterans Health Administration; Clarksburg (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration at Clarksburg VAMC seeks a Utility Systems/Repairer/Operator to operate, maintain, and repair the hospital's Utility Plants. Incumbents will be assigned to two plants: Boiler Plant and Chiller Plant, plus outbuilding low-pressure boilers, and must be able to operate both facilities.

Work involves field and desk tasks, climbing scaffolding, walking, kneeling, and occasional heavy physical activity; a full year is considered 35–40 hours per week; part-time

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair the hospital's Utility Plants at the Clarksburg VAMC.
• Be assigned to two facilities: Boiler Plant and Chiller Plant, plus outbuilding low-pressure boilers, and capable of operating both plants.

Job description

Serves as a Utility Systems/Repairer/Operator performing tasks involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Clarksburg VAMC Utility Plants. Incumbents will be assigned to two (2) Utility Plants; Boiler Plant, and Chiller Plant & outbuilding low-pressure boilers and are responsible for being able to operate both plants.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/24/2026. 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) Measuring Instruments Operation of Equipment/Machinery 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; 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS

Work of the incumbent is accomplished at a desk and in the field. Must be able to reach any and/or all places throughout the hospital building structures and grounds, as required to view the area and plan for new work or advise upon completion of scheduled work. From time to time, incumbent must also be able to climb scaffolding, walk, kneel or crawl. 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.