Utility Systems Repairer Operator

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To qualify for this WG-11 Utility Systems Repairer-Operator (USRO) position you must demonstrate: (1) the Screen Out AND (2) the six individual Job Elements (1) SCREEN OUT: ABILITY TO DO USRO WORK WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION REQUIREMENT: USROs in this position perform various tasks in connection with maintenance, fabrication, installation, repair, troubleshooting, operation and modification of new and existing HVAC systems across large multi-floor agency facilities without more than normal supervision. Work encompasses numerous HVAC systems such as boiler and chiller equipment, high- and low-pressure steam systems, water treatment systems and auxiliaries. You must demonstrate fundamental knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to perform the work of the USRO trade. At a minimum, your level of work must not require more than regular spot checks and/or guidance during progress and upon completion. (2) JOB ELEMENTS: Describe duties you perform that show you have (at a minimum): – fundamental knowledge of USRO equipment – ability to apply conventional USRO trade practices – ability to use standard USRO measuring instruments – ability to read and interpret standard USRO guidelines and instructions – regular hands-on use of standard USRO tools — ability to determine the types of materials needed to complete common USRO tasks. YOUR RESUME MUST SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBE DUTIES YOU PERFORM THAT SHOW YOU MEET THE SCREEN OUT AND JOB ELEMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. Reviewers can only rate your application on the information you provide; if duties you perform are missing or incomplete, you may be rated ineligible. Do not simply list projects on which you work or describe your work in terms of general accomplishments or achievements. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement. CONDITIONS OF POSITION Due to the nature of work in this position, the following conditions are essential for successful performance and you must fully comply with these conditions to meet performance requirements. (1) This is an emergency / mission-critical position. You may be called to work after-hours, on weekends and holidays. (2) You may be required to report to or remain at a duty station to perform critical services when employees are generally excused for all or part of a workday in emergency conditions. (3) You may be required to report during irregular hours and travel in hazardous weather conditions. (4) USROs in this position are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year around. (5) You will be assigned to a predetermined fixed shift or fixed rotating shift, which is subject to change to meet agency needs. (6) Work is performed in a workshop and at job sites, where there may be exposure to energized electric circuits, sharp metal edges, chemical fumes, dust, dirt, high noise levels, extreme temperatures from steam and boiler rooms and changes in temperature while working on outside cooling towers, roof exhausts and ventilating fans. (7) Work may be performed inside and occasionally outside on top of tall buildings and in various weather conditions. (8) Work will include repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding and platforms where the parts of systems worked on are frequently in hard-to-reach places and in confined spaces. Work may be performed in cramped areas with low overhead room. (9) You may be assigned to work in areas where certain potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present. (10) Work requires frequent standing, stooping, stretching, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling and arm movement. (11) You may be required to support other agency buildings to provide critical services to sustain the operational needs of agency buildings (12) Heavy exertion and physical strength is required at frequent intervals to handle heavy and bulky materials. Will frequently carry and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds, unassisted. Hoists, holders and pulleys are used when moving heavier objects such as large compressors, condensers, and chillers. (13) Uncomfortable facemasks and protective clothing may be required when there is a possibility of exposure to toxic refrigerants and large amounts of escaping noxious gases when making emergency repairs. (14) USROs are subject to cuts, bruises, contusions and burns when working on steam and hot water lines. (15) USROs must understand and follow mandated safety procedures and wear mandated Personal Protective Equipment including earplugs, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves, respirator and any other gear required by higher-level supervisors. (16) You may be required to wear a respirator and may be required to shave to ensure a proper fit. (17) You may be required to wear a uniform while working at the duty station. (18) Telework and Alternate Work Schedules are not authorized for this position; position is not authorized to be filled by outstationing. Information on Federal Wage System Qualifications can be found at FWS Qualifications Guide.
See QUALIFICATIONS for information about this position. YOUR RESUME MUST SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS THE SCREEN OUT AND JOB ELEMENTS FOR THIS POSITION. USROs maintain, fabricate, install, repair, troubleshoot, operate and modify HVAC systems across large multi-floor agency facilities. Work encompasses numerous HVAC systems such as boiler and chiller equipment, high- and low-pressure steam systems, water treatment systems and auxiliaries. See DUTIES for additional responsibilities of this position.