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Form of workThe Utility Systems Repairer and Operator will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair requirements of a minimum 3 high pressure steam generating boilers and of a membrane-based Ultra Filtration water treatment plant. Work will involve, installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing Utility Systems. as established by the Utilities Systems Supervisor, Facilities Management Deputy or Service Chief,, for the Sheridan Veterans Affairs Medical Center.Qualifications: To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/04/2024.
Note:Condition of Employment: Must have current Wyoming Class 2 Water Treatment Plant License, Class 1 Water Distribution License and Class 1 Collections License or be capable of obtaining these licenses within 1 year from the start of employment.
Preferred Experience: Previous experience in the operation of membrane-based filtration type treatment plants, water distribution systems, sewage collection systems, and operating high pressure steam boiler system
Length of 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 eligible are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
- Attention to Detail
- Decision Making
- Engineering and Technology
- Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)
- Technical Problem Solving
- 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.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Frequently work in confined areas in and around boilers and water treatment plant. Requires moderate to strenuous effort and long periods of walking, standing, climbing, bending, and crouching. Frequently lift and carry parts and chemical supplies weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted. Occasionally, and with assistance, carries items weighing over 40 pounds.Education: This job does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: FULL_TIME
