Summary
The Utilities Systems Repairer Operator (USRO), WG-4742 is assigned to the Engineering Service, Maintenance and Operations Section and reports directly to the Operations Supervisor. The primary purpose of this position is to provide continuous (24/7) repair, maintenance, and operation of building equipment and infrastructure systems. The incumbent possesses journeyman skills in several trades, including HVAC mechanic and general maintenance mechanic.
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ALL US CITIZENS
DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.
Duties
Duties include but not limited to:
- Responsible for the ongoing installation, adjustment, maintenance and repair of chiller plants and associated equipment, including chillers, water treatment systems, supply, return and exhaust fans, negative pressure units, pumps, motors, glycol management systems, and ice making/storage equipment.
- Responsible for specialty chillers for the support of critical medical equipment, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography {CT) machines.
- Cleaning of towers, water sumps, fill replacement, water level control maintenance and belt and motor replacement.
- Preventive maintenance is performed according to manufacturer's recommendations and widely accepted practices.
- Responsible for starting, stopping and continuous operation of multi zone, multi-building, centralized systems.
- Responsible for maintenance and repair of various mechanical, electronic, and electrical equipment, including traction and hydraulic elevators, dumbwaiters, pharmaceutical and laboratory ventilation hoods, pneumatic tube transport systems, and televisions.
- Schedules and coordinates any contracted service or maintenance activities and obtains all reports and service/repair orders.
- Responsible for maintaining and stocking proper amounts of materials and parts for repair and replacement, including, pumps, belts, and motors, research and order hard-to-get parts that are not available in open market for general use.
- Keep records of purchased parts and materials for the work order job completion.
- Responsibilities include a wide variety of systems such steam distribution, water supply, fire suppression, sprinklers, drains, sewage, plumbing fixtures, oxygen, medical air, vacuum and nitrous oxide distribution and storage.
Work Schedule: Rotating shifts of Day Shift: Tuesday - Sunday 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Swing Shift Wednesday - Tuesday 4:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.; Mid Shift Friday-Thursday 12:00 p.m.- 8:00 a.m.
Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repairer-Operator/PD02079A
Physical Requirements: Physical efforts include continually standing, bending, walking, crawling, stooping, frequently pushing, and pulling carts loaded with heavy items and occasionally lifting (above the waist and overhead), and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. The incumbent must possess the ability to work on ladders with one hand and in high places atop air handlers. The incumbent must work under excessive noise, heat, and cold in cramped positions and under nervous tension. The incumbent must possess the physical and visual characteristics to perform work in dark places on top of equipment and buildings. The incumbent must possess the physical and visual abilities to make unassisted rounds of the medical center during nights and check emergencies and make routine and emergency repairs on equipment in mechanical rooms and building roofs. The incumbent must possess the physical and visual abilities to work unassisted in adverse environment conditions during rain and lightning storms, during hot and cold weather, and during dusty conditions. The incumbent must possess good balance and equilibrium, muscular coordination, good manual dexterity, and excellent color vision. The incumbent must possess the ability to work in a respirator and is subject to an annual employee health physical.
Working Conditions: The incumbent is assigned to carry a portable radio during the tour of duty. The incumbent must work in isolation units and on contaminated equipment, may work on live wires, switches, and in dangerous surroundings such as transformer rooms around high voltages. Expected exposures include electrical shock hazard, breathing dust, fiberglass insulation, stale air, etc., in crawl spaces and attics. The incumbent must possess the knowledge and ability to properly select, don and use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when situations to do so arise. The incumbent performs duties under all types of working conditions, such as climbing stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and working at heights. This is often done in extremes of temperature, such as heat atop boilers or in cold refrigerated walk-in boxes. The incumbent must work around rotating machinery in areas that are dimly lit, under adverse weather conditions when required in the performance of equipment repairs and equipment room checks during shift work. Noise levels are often high, sometimes to the point of requiring ear plugs. Other protective devices such as goggles, masks, and gloves, may be needed periodically. They are exposed to the possibility of burns when working on steam and hot water lines.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
- Subject to a background/suitability investigation
- Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
- May serve a probationary period
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
- A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
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.
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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
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.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.
Required Documents
Documents Accepted:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (Schedule A)
- Disability Letter (VA)
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-15
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Documents Required:
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/19/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12450876.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
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Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
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