Job opening: Utility System Repairer-Operator
Salary: $25 - 30 per hour
Relocation: YES
Published at: Oct 23 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay.
This announcement is also being advertised Merit Promotion, under announcement number MW-1543-BUFF-24-12179215-ST.
Duties
The incumbent will work independently to troubleshoot, repair, modify, overhaul, test, calibrate and install a variety of multi-component industrial and precision instruments and equipment. The equipment and systems normally serviced are interdependent electrical, mechanical and hydraulic devices which control and regulate flows, pressures and levels, such as magnetic and differential pressure flowmeter, sonic meters, turbidimeter and other equipment that measure and record operating parameters. The incumbent also installs, repairs and calibrates analyzers for turbidity, chlorine and pH as well as the trend recorders associated with these analyzers. They will troubleshoot and functionally test equipment to isolate defective components and perform repairs, adjusting and replacing parts as required. The incumbent will work using operating principles, blueprints, diagrams, technical manuals, test equipment and trade tools. The position works with various machinery including reciprocating pumps, centrifugal pumps, sewage grinders and electric motors. They repair machinery by replacing bent shafts, bearing, etc. The incumbent performs electrical testing of motors and other components checking continuity, ohms resistance, voltage and amperage using multimeters, meggers and continuity testers.
Maintains and troubleshoots systems ranging from large primary voltages to small millivolt/milliamp digital circuit boards, and touch screen equipment. Is knowledgeable of all wire gauges and sizes, and their controls. Must be capable of applying all facets of electrical and instrumentation ability associated with the fields of water and wastewater maintenance.
Physical Demands: Work assignments typically require moderately heavy physical effort to lift, carry, or otherwise handle items typically weighing up to 40 pounds. Duties require the incumbent to maneuver into and out of specific locations while dismantling and assembling utility related equipment. The incumbent makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms where the parts of systems worked on are in hard-to reach places. Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping is typical. Occasionally, climbing and work in high places may be required, as well as the use of hoists, holders, and pulleys when handling large equipment.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
**NOTE**- You must provide a copy of your water treatment certification and your wastewater treatment certifications. If you do not provide this documentation, you will receive no further consideration.
Abilit to do the work of the Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)
Possession of a State of Arkansas Level 2 water treatment plant operators' certification or reciprocity with another state (SCREEN OUT)
Possession of a State of Arkansas Level 2 wastewater treatment plant operators' certification or reciprocity with another state (SCREEN OUT)
Possession of a current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) (SCREEN OUT)
Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
Use of Measuring Instruments
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
Knowledge of materials
If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.
Volunteer Experience: 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; religious; 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.
Education
There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.
Contacts
- Address Buffalo National River
402 North Walnut
Suite 136
Harrison, AR 72601
US
- Name: Central HR Central Team
- Phone: 402-661-1562
- Email: [email protected]
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