The applicant functions as the Utility Systems Operator Supervisor for Facilities Management Service. S/he has full responsibility for the supervision of one (1) trade shop leader man and thirteen (13) trades shop mechanics. S/he is under the direct supervision of the Maintenance and Operation Supervisor, Engineering Section.

Duties

Duties include: Incumbent must provide technical guidance and monitoring using blueprints, sketches, diagrams, pamphlets, technical orders, bulletins, and other oral and written directives. Incumbent plans and establishes work schedules as necessary to accomplish mission of performing recurring and non-recurring maintenance and repair and preventive maintenance. Plans overall work schedules and sequence of operations on a weekly, project, or longer basis to assure an even flow and distribution of work, the expeditious handling of priority cases, and the meeting of schedules and deadlines. Advises Maintenance & Operations Supervisor of the capabilities of assigned work force, requirements for materials, equipment, workspace, and any other assistance that may be required. Provides information and advice to upper management on such matters as accomplishment of assigned work schedules, budget estimates, changes in production techniques and standards, rearrangement of machinery, or other related facility changes. Incumbent directs the work of journeyman boiler plant operator, utilities systems operators, electronic industrial control mechanics, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration leader man, mechanics, technicians, and helpers through the Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Leader man at this health care system. Advises higher-level personnel of problems in an effort to correct bottlenecks due to material shortages, lack of equipment or personnel shortages. Incumbent is tasked with the responsibility of initiating disciplinary action, counseling employees, recommending reprimands, admonishments, and employee terminations to the Chief, Engineering Service Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm ( subject to change based on agency needs) Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Operator Supervisor/PD036920 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/11/2023. 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. This position must have the ability to supervise or lead. From the descriptions listed below, select the appropriate response that best describes your past work or training performance (must be reflected in your resume) The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Administrative LawConflict ManagementDesignEcologyEconomicsElectronics 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: Applicant may work from ladders, scaffolding, and/or hydraulic platforms. This position requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant odors. Occasionally is subject to possible dangerous working conditions including exposure to hazards normally encountered in the hospital trades and various types of infections. May be subject to electrical shock and/or electrical burns, cuts, bruises, and strains. Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Biloxi VA Medical Center 400 Veterans Avenue Biloxi, MS 39531 US
• Name: Jasmaine Gray
• Phone: 602-796-0981
• Email: [email protected]