Utility Systems Repair – Operator Leader

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/27/2024. 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. .***Possess and maintain current, valid certification by E.P.A. to handle, recover and reclaim refrigerants for all types of machines. A legible copy must be submitted with application.*** SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element. The screen-out element for this position is the “Ability to do the work of the Utility Systems Repairer-Operator Leader or Supervisor.” 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. Physical Requirements: This position requires walking, standing, bending, lifting, carrying and pushing or pulling moderately heavy loads. Incumbent must have 20/20 color vision with or without glasses. Working Conditions: This position requires working overtime, in uncontrolled environments, confined spaces, from ladders and rooftops. Incumbent shall be subjected to the hazards normally encountered in the trade and various types of infections.
The incumbent is considered a working leader in charge of all work performed by the Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Unit, Boiler Plant, and Chiller Plant. As such, incumbent leads WG-l0 A/C Equipment Mechanics, WG-8 A/C Equipment Mechanic, WG-11 Utility Systems Repairer Operators, WG- 9 Utility Systems Operators, WG-9 Boiler Plant Operators, and trainee positions as assigned.