The primary purpose of this position is to install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate a variety of utility systems that require intermediate to journey level skills in various utility related trades such as electrical work, air conditioning equipment repair, heating equipment maintenance, boiler plant maintenance, wastewater treatment operation, water treatment operation, and engineering equipment operation.

Duties

Install, diagnose, and make repairs on a variety of domestic and commercial refrigeration and air-conditioning units and systems Install, repair, and maintain a variety of domestic heating equipment and systems such as oil fueled heaters, hot air furnaces, heating boilers, and other systems and equipment Operate Building Automation Systems (BAS) for HVAC controls Make plumbing repairs that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, replacing, packing, and sealing defective parts of utility, supply, and disposal systems. Knowledge of water treatment equipment operation, installation, and repair in order to complete water treatment processes to water that meets acceptable standards Operate one or more motor vehicles which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight of upto 11,700 kilograms (26,000 pounds). Manually dig ditches for repair and installation of utility lines Clean shop areas equipment and tools Participate in the development and execution of utility program budgets. Complete appropriate data entry in automated software systems required for the administration of utility related projects. Purchase equipment, materials, and supplies for utility related work and monitor annual contracts with utility related suppliers.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc.Knowledge of materialsTechnical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments SCREEN OUT: Perform the most difficult and complex duties of Utility Systems Repairer-Operator duties associated with more than one trade such as electrical work, air conditioning equipment repair, heating equipment maintenance, boiler plant maintenance, wastewater treatment operation, water treatment operation, engineering equipment operation. and other trades appropriate to this position. Install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate a variety of utility systems. Repair and operate utility systems such as steam, hot water, chilled water, filtered water, wastewater, air conditioning, heating, electrical, sewer, plumbing, compressed air, vacuum, and gas. Use automated computer software to track data related to utility systems, utility maintenance, maintain records, and perform simple arithmetic calculations. Troubleshoot and take initiative to solve problems and accomplish work assignments in a safe manner. Have knowledge of a variety of technical trade terminology, tools, and equipment in more than one area. I possess a strong work ethic, dexterity and can perform strenuous work as required by the position. Considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence. 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 Valley Forge National Historical Park 1400 North Outer Line Drive King of Prussia, PA 19406 US
• Name: Billie Bowker
• Email: [email protected]