This Utility Systems Repairer-Operator Supervisor position is in Facilities Management services at the White River Junction VA Medical Center, located at the White River Junction, Vermont location. This position is full-time at 40 hours per week.

Duties

This position is located at the White River Junction VA Medical Center in White River Junction, Vermont under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, Facilities Management Service (FMS). Duties include but are not limited to: Incumbent is the supervisor of the three shops including the HVAC, Boiler Plant and Pipefitter/Plumbing departments. Supervise all the personnel assigned to these units and act as a backup to the other shop supervisor. Incumbent must have knowledge of the technical practices for HVAC, Mechanical, Boiler Plant, Pipefitting and Plumbing crafts, as well as knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials as well as safety. Plans the daily, weekly, and monthly distribution of work to ensure the proper and efficient use of resources while motivating the employees in the section to perform as an effective team. Analyzes workload and support medical center needs to establish deadlines, set priorities, and adjusts work assignments to accomplish assigned tasks. Facilitates completion of repairs and projects that involve multi-disciplines across shops within supervisory responsibility. Works closely with supervisor of other shops and provide back-up support there as needed. Serves as the primary troubleshooter for mechanical problems related to the Boiler Plant, HVAC systems as well as Pipefitting/Plumbing. Serves as a mentor to foster trades within the shops. Additional duties including shoveling/clearing snow on a contingency basis as needed to supplement snow crews when snow fall is heavy and/or snow regular snow crew personnel are unavailable and a potential safety hazard from snow and ice is imminent. Responsibilities also include participation in achieving the goals of labor management relations and EEO programs by dealing with employees and union representatives regarding suggestions, grievances, and disciplinary action. Will perform other duties as assigned in order to meet common team goals. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Authorized Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repairer-Operator Supervisor/PD405-03410-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Financial Disclosure: Not Required Notifications: This position is not a Bargaining Unit position. This position is in the Competitive Service. Selectee required to serve one year supervisory/managerial probationary period. Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/16/2023. 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. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line 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. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Lead or SuperviseMaterialsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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/Working Conditions: Most of the incumbent's time is spent inside; however, on occasion he may work outside in cold and inclement weather. Incumbent may be exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, scrapes, burns and electric shock. Incumbent may be called upon to work in contaminated and contagious areas or with radioactive or contaminated equipment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address White River Junction VA Medical Center 215 North Main St. White River Jct., VT 05009 US
• Name: Jessica Steed
• Phone: (802) 295-9363 X2021
• Email: [email protected]