Utility Systems Repairer-Operator
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This career/career-conditional appointment is located in Shenandoah National Park in the Facilities Management Division Water/Wastewater Branch. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the lead operator for the Loft Mountain Wastewater Treatment Plant (located near Skyline Drive mile-marker 80) performing water and wastewater treatment duties.
This permanent career-seasonal (Subject-to-Furlough) position is located in Shenandoah National Park assigned to the Division of Facilities Management Water/Wastewater Branch. Duty station for this position is at Park Headquarters near Luray VA; duties may be performed throughout Shenandoah National Park however the primary function of this position is to perform the responsibilities of the Lead Operator of the Class 4 Loft Mountain Wastewater Treatment Plant and to perform as a Class 6 Water Treatment Operator of various potable water systems.
- Ensure regulatory compliance of the systems to the standards set forth by Virginia Department of Environmental Quality U.S. Public Health Virginia Department of Health and EPA.
- You must possess and maintain a current Virginia Water Works Class 6 License or higher. You must include a copy of your license as part of your application package.
- You must possess and maintain a current Virginia Wastewater Class 4 License or higher. You must include a copy of your license as part of your application package.
- Collects samples to determine degree of treatment required/achieved.
- Make adjustments and repairs to valves controls pumps blowers etc.
- Follow instructions to make adjustments throughout the wastewater processes to achieve a maximum efficiency of treatment within established guidelines.
- Knowledge to vary the treatment processes in accordance with daily testing results to achieve permit requirements.
- Records water chlorine readings monitors turbidity etc.
- Perform preventative recurring and minor corrective maintenance on pumps and other mechanical equipment.
- Install. modify and/or /repair supply and demand side water lines water closets disinfection pump units relays etc.
- Maintain well head protection plans sampling plans quality assurance plans microbiological analysis and general records and data.
- Read and comprehend technical books articles periodicals regulatory permits and instructions for water and wastewater treatment.
- Use work processing spreadsheets and database software programs to complete reports and electronic forms.
- Operates backhoes forklift mowers weed whackers etc. to maintain grounds etc.
- Position is essential/emergency and may be required to report for duty during emergency operations.
CAREER-SEASONAL: This is a Career-Seasonal position and subject to release and recall procedures. A permanent career-seasonal position includes all the benefits of permanent employment but does not provide employment on a full year-round basis. As such selectee will be in a non-pay/non-duty status for at least 2 weeks to 6 months per year based on project requirements or weather conditions. Selectee is guaranteed to work at least 6 months per year but not more than 50 weeks per year with the work schedule to be determined upon appointment. The typical season for this position is March through mid-December but can be variable during these months due to project requirements or weather conditions.
PARK LOCATION: Shenandoah National Park preserves and protects more than 300 square miles of nationally significant natural and cultural resources scenic beauty and congressionally designated wilderness within Virginias northern Blue Ridge Mountains; and provides a broad range of opportunities for public enjoyment recreation inspiration and stewardship. Within just 90 miles of Washington D.C. the Park provides visitors the ability to explore mountain peaks hidden hollows cascading streams accessible wilderness and stunning natural beauty. Approximately 40% of the Park is designated wilderness with over 500 miles of hiking trails and the iconic Skyline Drive SHEN was established as an eastern Park that provided a western Park experience. Due to the Parks easy accessibility to D.C and other highly populated areas along the east coast visitation exceeds 1.4 million visitors annually which results in significant resource protection and visitor management issues and incidents.
Conditions of employment
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
- Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males
- Direct Deposit: Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program.
- Drivers License: You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid drivers license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operators License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities) and at your own expense all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid drivers licenses whether current or past possessed by you.
- You may be required to complete training and operate a four-wheel drive vehicle.
- Uniform: You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided.
- Government housing is not available.
- Water Treatment Operators Certificate: You must possess and maintain a current Virginia Class 6 Water Treatment Operators Certificate. You must include a copy of your certificate/license.
- Wastewater Treatment Operators Certificate: You must possess and maintain a current Virginia Class 4 Wastewater Treatment Operators Certificate. You must include a copy of your certificate/license.
- Government Charge Card: You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.
- Minimum Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.
Qualifications
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualifications System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118-C) will be used in determining applicants qualifications. There is no specific length of training or experience required; however you must be able to demonstrate through the experience shown in your written resume and your responses to the questionnaire that you possess the competencies to perform the duties of this position without more than normal supervision.
To qualify for this position you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
- Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT)
- Ability to interpret instructions specifications etc.
- Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
- Knowledge of equipment assembly installation repair etc.
- Knowledge of materials
- Technical practices
- Use of measuring instruments
If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient you will receive no further preparing your application describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.
Volunteer Experience: 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). 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.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.
Other Additional Information:
Probationary Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated.
This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest meet the organization goals and mission of the agency and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the determining if your employment advances the public interest the agency will consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Additional information
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
Relocation: Travel transportation and relocation expenses will not be paid. All travel transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected employee.Physical Demands: Work assignments typically require moderately heavy physical effort to lift carry or otherwise handle items typically weighing 40-50 pounds. Duties may require working from ladders scaffolding and platforms; frequent standing walking bending crouching reaching and stooping etc.
Working Conditions: Work is both indoors and outdoors in prevailing weather conditions. May be exposed to biological hazards or diseases while cleaning equipment or shoveling sludge and hazardous gases such as methane chlorine hydrogen sulfide and carbon monoxide. May also be subject to electrical shock loud noises acids and hydraulic fluids while working around motors and pumps; there is also exposure to shock burns and strains. Required to follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as face shields gloves hard-toe shoes respirators and protective clothing that may be uncomfortable to wear. Required to attend and participate in safety meetings and training and review and follow safety regulations and policies. Required to operate motor vehicles and heavy engineering equipment.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Key Skills
- Forklift
- Basic Math
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Industrial Equipment
- Wastewater
- Water Truck Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Commercial Driving
- Maintenance
- Heavy Lifting
- Excavator
- Manufacturing
