Utility System Repair Operator

PLANT OPERATIONS:

• Tends boilers through the use of manual and automatic controls that generate steam for use within the plant and hospital.
• Operates maintains and repairs equipment responsible for providing chilled water to the facility for HV AC purposes.
• Monitors various alarms and control systems associated with the plant and hospital facility.

• Provides HV AC support at a journeyman level throughout the Campus facilities or a larger more varied and complex system.
• Operates maintains and repairs various HV AC equipment not limited to large multi-fan air handlers package air handlers andpackage and split system heat pumps.
• Trouble shooting and repair of controls thermostats and valves.

• Will provide general maintenance duties while on shift at the request of on duty on call hospital leadership or facility personnel.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630 requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.

Rotating Shifts to provide 24/7 coverage.

Incumbent will be utilizing government vehicles and must therefore possess a valid State Operators license.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

WAGE GRADE STATEMENT:
Candidates for this position will be evaluated under the Federal Wage System (FWS) Job Grading Standards. Applicants will be rated on the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Each of the job elements must be addressed on the on-line assessment questionnaire in order for the applicant to be rated for the position. Your resume must reflect the answers to your on-line assessment 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.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT(S):
Broad knowledge of basic maintenance techniques as a General Maintenance Worker. Incumbent shall be proficient at an assistant level (basic Knowledge) and be expected to attain full proficiency in all trades as required.

Screen Out Elements: Ability to do the work of the position without the normal supervision.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
WG: Prescribes methods procedures priorities and time requirements to be followed and met by Utilities System Operator/Repairers; assigns specific tasks or utility system projects; oversees Utilities Systems Operator/Repairers day-to-day work routines outlined in department policies and implemented through the automated work order system. Monitors and reviews work assignments in various stages of progress and completion. Plans; work sequences and schedule insures an inventory of replacement parts select tools and equipment necessary to complete assignments.

Physical Demands: This position requires at times considerable physical effort such as lifting and carrying heavy loads of greater than 50 pounds upstairs ladders and across roof tops.

Working Conditions: Incumbent is required to work on catwalks ladders and in dusty dirty cramped quarters or poorly lighted and ventilated areas such as crawl spaces (which may be wet and muddy). Personal protective equipment is available appropriate use of this equipment is mandatory.


Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.