Summary
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform duties of operator in charge of a shift in operating and maintaining and repairing a 5550-ton Refrigeration Plant and 56,000,000 BTUs Heat Plant.
Responsibilities
-Troubleshoots HVAC/R. systems with complex. problems and extensive repairs requiring judgment to locate malfunctions. -Installs, repairs, and maintains large commercial) and industrial ventilation, air conditioning (AC), cooling towers and cooling systems with complex problems and extensive repairs. -Installs, modifies overhauls, repairs. and maintains a variety of complex heating multiple fuel boilers and/or heating systems and associated auxiliary and pollution control equipment. -Performs essential electrical work incidental to the maintenance and operation of HVAC/R systems. -Performs preventive maintenance on HVAC/R system and equipment.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4700 - General Maintenance and Operations Work Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating systems, including properties of refrigerants and high-pressure steam, to install, repair, and maintain large commercial and industrial utility systems. 2. Knowledge of the comprehensive operation, interconnectedness, and emergency protocols of large-scale industrial utility plants to independently to serve also as the operator in charge during rotating shifts. 3. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation. 4. Skill in troubleshooting complex problems, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, dismantling, overhauling, aligning, and reassembling complex utility systems, to include compressors, multi-fuel boilers, receivers, and heavy industrial pumps and dual-fuel boiler systems. 5. Skill in use of hand tools, power tools and specialized diagnostic test equipment. 6. Ability to read, interpret, and apply instructions, blueprints, schematics, diagrams, operating manuals or special facility procedures to be followed during emergencies and manufacturer specifications to install and repair utility equipment and trace electrical controls. Physical Effort: The employee lifts, carries, and handles equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds with assistance. Works from ladders, scaffolding platforms, or cramped areas where equipment, parts, or tools are hard to reach. Work requires frequent stooping, stretching, bending, kneeling and working in tiring, uncomfortable positions for long periods. In addition, work involves frequent movement and maneuvering of large, heavy equipment using hoists, holders, and pulleys as required. Working Conditions: The employee works indoors and outdoors, on top of buildings, and in cramped areas. Subject to discomfort from face masks or other protective devices when there is a possibility of exposure to chemicals, heat, noise, noxious gases, fumes, or acids. Subject to possible burns, electrical shocks, cuts, strains, bruises, and chemical irritations. To reduce dangers from these and other similar conditions follows prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard-toe shoes, hard hats, and fire-retardant gloves. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.