Utility Systems Operator at Minneapolis

JOB SUMMARY:

Vacancy Identification Number (VIN) 946073 

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln’s promise – “To carefor him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan” –by serving and honoring the men and women who are America’s Veterans. How wouldyou like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?

 

The Minneapolis VA Health CareSystem is part of the VISN 23 Network and is recruiting for a full time UtilitySystems Operator at the wage grade 11 level. As a VA professional, youropportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA,you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at yourfingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advancedintegrated health care system in the Nation, but we also provide many otherservices to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and NationalCemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability tobalance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety ofpredictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on theDepartment of Veterans Affairs, go to

SpecialEmployment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, includingthose eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e.,intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatricdisabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connecteddisability of 30% or more. Contact the Agency Contact on the lastpage of the JOA for information on how to apply under this appointmentauthority via the Selective Placement Coordinator.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• 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.
• Subject to a pre-employment physical

DUTIES:Back to top

Duties of a Utility Systems Operatorinclude but are not limited to:

The incumbent operates high pressureboilers, air conditioning plant, graphic control center, generator and other pertinentequipment. The operator will be assigned on a rotating shift bases to operatethe boiler plant and/or the chiller equipment, all of which must be operated ona continuous 24-hour day, 7-day work basis.

WorkSchedule:Rotating days, weekends, holidays and shifts
Position Description Title/PD#: Utility SystemsOperator, WG-5406-11, PD # 9101A

BUS: 1272

FLSA: Nonexempt

Relocation Expenses: Relocation Expenses are NOTauthorized.

Recruitment Incentives: Recruitment Incentives are NOTauthorized.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

Your background should have demonstrated experience as a journeyman for an extended period of time in the operation of high pressure boilers, central air conditioning plant, graphic control system and be familiar with the auxiliary equipment and controls.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: The operator will be assigned on a rotating shift basis to operate the boiler plant and/or the chiller equipment, all of which must be operated on a continuous 24-hour day, 7-day work basis. The operator must observe safety regulations and use safe work methods in performing his or her job and he or she is alone for portions of the shift. The operator must be capable of occasionally lifting objects weighing over 50 pounds. Lifting heavy tools and equipment such as motors, piping and valves. He must be capable of climbing over and under the equipment to reach obscure portions of the equipment. He must be capable of climbing onto catwalks, roof areas and other isolated areas.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Most of the time work is performed indoors. Occasionally works in areas of temperature extremes, i.e., 100 degrees Fahrenheit and above in the plant or is exposed to changes in temperature while working on outside cooling towers, roof exhausts and ventilating fans.  Noise level is often high, sometimes requiring ear protection to prevent permanent damage to hearing. Other protective devices such as goggles, masks and gloves may be needed periodically. Exposed to possibility of burns when working on steam and hot water lines. Occasionally works in contaminated areas and is exposed to communicable diseases when changes filters, etc. Operators are also subject to noxious gases, cuts, bruises and broken bones while working around machinery and equipment.

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 or OF-612. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C ( www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c ).

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 questions. The screen-out element for this position is Ability to do the job of an Utility Systems Operator without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Those who meet the minimum level of experience and training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each of the following job elements:

1. Ability to Operate USO Equipment

2. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic).

3. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.

4. Knowledge of Equipment assembly, installation repair, etc.

 IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

PLEASE NOTE:  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.)  Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.  Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.  If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

 

Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45 lbs and over); Heavy carrying (45 pounds and over); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (up to 4 hours); Standing (Up to 4 hours); Crawling (up to 4 hours); Kneeling (up to 4 hours); Repeated bending (up to 4 hours); Climbing use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Correctable average vision; Hearing without aid; Both eyes required; Depth perception; ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors. Work is outside and inside; Exposed to excessive heat and humidity; excessive dampness or chilling; dry atmospheric conditions; excessive and constant noise; dust, solvents; grease and oil; subject to slippery or uneven walking surfaces; working on ladders or scaffolding; working closely with others; working alone; subject to unusual fatigue relating to irregular shift work; works below ground; works with electrical energy and radiant energy; works around machinery or moving parts or objects; subject to vibration; works alone.

 

Veterans Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.

 

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Your résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

 

Country: USA, State: Minnesota, City: Minneapolis, Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration.