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 To perform the full range of journeyman-level utility system operation, maintenance and repair duties, such as installing, repairing, and modifying water distribution, sewage collection, natural gas distribution systems, facility plumbing, fire suppression systems, liquid fuel storage and distribution systems.

Duties

Maintains, repairs, and tests a variety of complex equipment and systems involving new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment such as fire suppression systems, water distribution pumps, water treatment systems, chemical dispensers, electronic and mechanical altitude valves, sewage lift station pumps, natural gas distribution system components, water closets, faucets, and backflow prevention assemblies. Performs preventative and scheduled maintenance on a variety of complex fire suppression systems. Installs, tests, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces a variety of complex fire suppression systems and components. Measures, cuts, threads, joins and fits piping as required to perform fire suppression system modification or to repair/replace system components. Installs, tests, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces backflow prevention devices. Troubleshoots, overhauls, removes, and replaces high/low level controls, liquid level gauges, automatic valves, pressure regulating valves, water drain valves, and sump pumps. Cleans and purges equipment. Disassembles units and examines component parts for evidence of scratches, wear, cracks, pits, or brakes. Accomplishes work from initial layout to final assembly which involves interpreting and applying building plans, specifications, blueprints, sketches, and other plumbing guides/codes. Performs all phases of liquid fuel system and component maintenance including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and modification. Removes, installs, repairs, and troubleshoots component parts of fuel systems to correct malfunctions of turbine, centrifugal, and rotary pumps, manually operated plug/ball valves, hydraulically-operated diaphragm-type valves, pilot control systems, tank gauges and vents, filter separators, fuel flow meters, hydrant outlets, differential pressure gauges, and truck loading and fill connections. Performs modification of systems in accordance with applicable manuals, technical publications, and manufacturer's specifications. Lubricates valves and pumps; replaces gaskets and seals; corrects pumping equipment misalignment; cleans strainers and filters; services filter separators; and checks meters for correct delivery and calibration. Troubleshoots, overhauls, removes, and replaces high/low level controls, liquid level gauges, automatic fueling/defueling valves, pressure regulating valves, water drain valves, excess flow valves, pressure/vacuum vents, and roof seals and sumps. Cleans and purges equipment. Disassembles units and examines component parts for evidence of scratches, wear, cracks, pits, or breaks. Troubleshoots, repairs, and tests equipment installed in vehicle gas stations and truck loading fill stands. Performs liquid calibration of fuel storage tanks and flow meters. Measures, cuts, threads, joins, and fits piping as required to perform system modification or to repair/replace system components. Uses specialized equipment to identify exact location of underground water, sewer, fuel, and natural gas lines. Troubleshoots and repairs problems in the electrical components of water, sewage, natural gas, fire suppression, and fuel distribution systems. Performs electrical inspection of electro-mechanical components. Uses multimeter to check system continuity and identify minor system problems. Replaces burned out fuses. Diagnoses, repairs, and adjusts electrical components such as electrical controls, motors, and other devices using electrical measuring equipment (e.g., voltmeters, ammeters, and ohmmeters). Examines motors, diagnoses defects, and makes on-site repairs when possible. Disconnects motors requiring major repair and transports to shop. Uses ohmmeter or megger instrument to test static ground throughout system. Adjusts, aligns, and calibrates gauges and meters to ensure maximum operating efficiency. Installs and performs pressure tests for operation of new, repaired, and modified components, valves, and controls. Performs inspection, maintenance, and repairs on all controls, switches, and connecting and ground cables. Participates in cleaning the interior surface of bulk storage tanks, above and below ground, by entering tanks. Cleans interior surface and tests seams and other areas suspected of leakage. Performs corrosion control by removing corrosion and repainting surfaces. Removes and disposes of sludge. Follows safety precautions in tank entry, ventilation tasks, and in disposing of sludge. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment (i.e., foot, eye, breathing, and ear protective gear) and clothing (i.e., cotton). Polices grounds, buildings, and pits to maintain area in accordance with fire prevention and security directives.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A security clearance may be required
• The employee may be required to complete and maintain a Water distribution (D1/D2) certification from the USAF (or State equivalent).
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• The employee may be required to complete and maintain a Back Flow Testing course certification from the USAF (or State equivalent).
• The employee may be required to complete and maintain a Fuel System Maintenance and Inspection course certification from the USAF (or State equivalent).
• The employee may be required to complete and maintain a Fire Suppression Systems Maintenance course certification from the USAF (or State equivalent).
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evening, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• The work may require that the employee be certified in the use and wear of a full face respirator.
• The work may require that the employee be certified or able to be certified as qualified for entry into hazardous liquid fuel tanks for inspection, cleaning, and repair.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position.
• Member may be required to hold and act as Government purchase credit (GPC) card (parts/equipment buyer).
• The employee must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance.
• This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations
• This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. I

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 4742 - Utility Systems Repairing-Operating Family. . 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 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 operation, maintenance, and repair of dry-pipe, wet-pipe, aqueous film-forming foam and highexpansion foam fire suppression systems for aircraft hangars and other specialized facilities. 2. Knowledge of utility distribution, storage, and collection system installation/isolation/repair, and of the physical properties and hazards associated with the various systems encountered. 3. Knowledge of fuel distribution and storage systems; of the physical properties and hazards associated with the handling of various types of petroleum fuels; and of preventive maintenance and inspection techniques as applied to fuel distribution and storage systems. 4. Knowledge of safety, environmental and security regulations, procedures and practices. 5. Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, lay out, install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair various systems and equipment, as well as techniques used to measure, cut, thread, join, and fit piping and tubing. 6. Skill in using and maintaining various hand and power tools such as multi-meters, flange spreaders, motor joists/lifts, hydraulic jacks, impact wrenches, pneumatic tools, air compressors, torque wrenches, etc. 7. Skill in installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing non-industrial & industrial facility plumbing water supply and wastewater disposal systems/equipment and skilled in calibrating fuel dispensing systems and tank and pressure gauges. 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. Physical Effort Performs work that involves frequent bending, reaching, crouching, kneeling, crawling, stooping, standing, arm movement, and climbing. Sometimes must work in awkward, tiring, or uncomfortable positions, or cramped areas. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts items weighing over 50 pounds using jacks, hoists, or helpers. May be required to make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms where the parts of the systems being worked on are in hard-to-reach places, as well as having to enter bulk storage tanks through manholes. Working Conditions Work is performed inside and outside and may be subject to extreme heat and cold and hard, damp floors or surfaces. Work is usually dirty, dusty, and greasy. May be required to make installations and repairs outside during inclement weather. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, strains, bruises, burns, infections, and skin abrasions. Subject to skin irritation from fuels and oils; exposure to noxious fumes or toxic vapors; and danger

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Beale AFB 17855 Warren Shingle Road Beale AFB, CA 95903 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]