Utility Systems Operator Job in Pine Bluff Arsenal, AR

Vacancy No. MCGL256059151972HD Department U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command
Salary $29.02 to $33.85 Grade 10 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/12/2025 Close Date 2/21/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Pine Bluff Arsenal, AR


Summary

Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Duties

  • Inspects water and waste facilities and equipment.
  • Makes adjustments to sewage system equipment, i.e., valves, pumps and gates, to assure an uninterrupted flow.
  • Monitors pressure gauges and flow meters to maintain water levels.
  • Adjusts flow and chemicals to achieve proper PH for correct treatment.
  • Operates service pumps to pump water that is under pressure through equipment.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires to possess and maintain a valid State Driver's License.
  • This position requires to obtain and maintain a Forklift License and/or a Front End Loader License.
  • This position is subject to Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.
  • This position requires to complete and pass a pre-employment physical examination and periodic (e.g. annual) medical examinations following appointment to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position.
  • This position may require use of a respirator and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time.
  • Shift work is required, or a change in work shift may be necessary.
  • Hours of work encompass fluctuating tours of duty to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Overtime may be required as directed and employee is subject to recall for periods of emergency overtime.
  • Must possess a State of Arkansas Grade 1 Water Treatment Operators License. State of Arkansas Grade 2 Water Treatment Operators License and State of Arkansas Grade 2 Water Distribution License are both required within one (1) year after employment.
  • State of Arkansas Class I Waste Water License is required within 3 months of employment. State of Arkansas Class II Waste Water License is required within 6 months of obtaining the State of Arkansas Class I Waste Water License.
  • State of Arkansas Industrial Wastewater License is required within one (1) year of employment.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Utility Systems Operator ~ without more than normal supervision. Which include observing pressure gauges and flow meters. Collecting samples and testing water to determine correct PH levels. Inspecting mechanical parts to perform minor maintenance on equipment. Assisting with roving field operations such as examining water and waste facilities and equipment. Maintaining records of meter readings and test results. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • Physical Effort: Prolonged physical effort is not usually required. Operators are required to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Some standing, stooping, bending, and working on ladders is required.
  • Working Conditions: Work is performed both outside and inside. Operator gets dirty and greasy while performing maintenance. There is danger of falls from storage tanks (at heights of approximately 100-150 feet above grounds level) and of injury from moving machinery. There is a possibility of infection, asphyxiation or injury from contact with sewage, sewage gases and fumes. Operator is subject to burns while working with chemicals and must occasionally wear protective clothing and equipment. Operator performs work in an environment in which disagreeable or hazardous noise levels are considered environmentally unsafe without the use of protective gear. Operator is provided and must wear approved hearing protective devices, therefore, adverse health effects to the operator are eliminated. Operator is subject to annual audio metric evaluation at the Arsenal medical facility.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • About the Position: This position is with the Joint Munitions Command located at Pine Bluff Arsenal. This position serves as Utility Systems Operator in the Pine Bluff Arsenal's Water Treatment Plant, Sewage Disposal Plant and Industrial Waste Treatment Plant.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position.
  • Salary is based on the local prevailing rate.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

  • Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
  • Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
  • For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
2. Other supporting documents:
  • Cover Letter, optional
  • Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/21/2025 to receive consideration

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12681972).
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
  • It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
  • Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
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Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Address
GL-W0K4AA US ARMY PINE BLUFF ARSENAL
DO NOT MAIL
Pine Bluff, AR 71602
US

Next steps

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