Will serve as Supervisor in the Engineering Service, as part of the Maintenance and Operations section, in the Utility Plant Unit at the VA Long Beach Healthcare System. Will supervise up to 15 journeyman level personnel associated with the trade. Responsible for training or acquiring the proper training for all personnel. Responsible for planning, scheduling and coordinating the work of these trades. Welcome to VA Long Beach Tibor Rubin - History WMC Total Rewards - Power Apps

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: Will supervise 1 Lead Utility System Repairer/Operator (USRO), 1 USRO, 7 Boiler Plant operators, and 5 maintenance mechanics Facility Officer of the Day (FOD's). Oversees operation and maintenance of the utility plant systems. Oversees associated Utility Plant systems, including preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, alterations, and renovations covered by the Utility Plant Unit. Performs COR duties for maintenance and repair packages/contracts for Utility Plant systems. Operates unit effectively by rotation of employees in like situations and communicates freely with his/her subordinates, both verbally and in writing, when making a layout of assignments. Ensures the quality of work that is produced by contractors and shop personnel using inspections, on the spot checks, work samples, and customer feedback. Counsels subordinates on work related matters, considering complaints and making necessary and acceptable adjustments. Initiates disciplinary actions up to and including admonishments, recommending other progressive actions ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations. Prepares annual performance evaluation for assigned staff, recommending awards for superior work and documenting unsatisfactory performance. Adheres to established policies/procedures unless deviations are required to meet unusual situations, but always meeting quality and safety standards. Provides technical direction, equipment, materials, and supplies as needed. Ensures an adequate amount of equipment and materials needed to carry out duties, are available and maintained. Receives written and oral orders and instructions directly from the M&O Foreman and M&O Chief, as needed. Provides input to discussions with other VALBHCS services on matters having a direct impact on the accomplishment of the Utility Plant's mission and resolution of those matters. Maintains reports and records and submits required reports timely to meet all deadlines. Determines training needs of subordinates and arranges for its accomplishment. Assigns daily work to the Utility Plant unit personnel, prepares irregular tours and other schedules for the Utility Plant Unit. Trains and/or acquires the proper training for all other personnel assigned in the Utility Plant Unit. Ensures Boiler Plant Operators follow safety procedures in the lighting off sequences and all boiler-testing procedures. Ensures all boiler controls safety devices, instrumentation, and flow meters are inspected and tested on required frequency. Inspects repairs and adjustments made by contractors based on manufacture operating standards and guidelines. Work Schedule: Shift Work - Rotating 8 hour shifts Compressed/Flexible Work Schedule: Not available Telework/Virtual: Not Available Position Description Title/ PD#: Utility Systems Repairer/Operator Supervisor/ #13147-O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: For Highly Qualified Applicant

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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: Dexterity and SafetyEquipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)Lead or SuperviseMeasuring InstrumentsOperation of Equipment/MachineryWithout more than normal supervision 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: Work of the incumbent is accomplished at a desk and in the field. Must be able to reach any and/or all places throughout the hospital building structures and grounds, as required to view the area and plan for new work or advise upon completion of scheduled work.From time to time, incumbent must be able to climb scaffolding, walk, kneel or crawl.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Long Beach VA Medical Center 5901 East Seventh Street Long Beach, CA 90822 US
• Name: Derek Norman
• Phone: 562-826-8000 X5488
• Email: [email protected]