The VA Loma Linda Healthcare System is currently recruiting for a Utility Systems Operator to work in Facility Management Service, Loma Linda, CA. The primary purpose of the Utility Systems Operator (USO) is to ensure the safe operation of the facility's centrally located boiler and chiller plant within Loma Linda VA Medical Center.

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to: Applies complete and comprehensive knowledge of the operations, operational maintenance and repair program of high-pressure steam-generating plant eg. multi-fuel fired power boilers. Additionally, Monitors plant status with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) computer system. Skilled in the procedures necessary to start, stop, operate and maintain a power boiler facility, in either manual or automatic mode, to meet the steam demands of the facility. Ability to fire high-pressure boilers with natural gas, fuel oil, or other steam plant operating experience that can be demonstrated to correlate with boiler plant operations. Skilled in the use of tools, equipment and material required to calibrate, adjust maintain and repair boiler and burner safety devices. Performs monitoring, maintenance and repair on centralized multiple-zoned air conditioning systems. Comprehensive knowledge of plant piping systems in order to by-pass equipment or components in order maintain steam service during unusual conditions. Utilizes skill and knowledge of water treatment procedures and analysis using standard test procedures such as sampling and testing condensate, boiler water, feed water. Basic computer skills using window and windows-based systems. Knowledge of the operations, operational maintenance and repair program for all boiler safety devices, all associated auxiliary equipment, piping systems, control systems, burner management systems with interlocks, water treatment and fuel systems. Monitors make-up feed water consumption for excessive use and notifies appropriate staff. Monitors medical air compressors and associated equipment i.e. controls air compressors, medical vacuum pumps and dental vacuum fans. Monitor the city water pressure alarm and alarm panels for 6 emergency diesel generators, and the main electrical switch. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Operator/PD10833A 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, 11/22/2023. 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. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measuring InstrumentsOperation of Equipment/Machinery 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: May be required to lift weight up to 100 pounds. Heavy weights are handled by hoists or cranes and worker may be assisted by other workers. Heavy exertion may be required for short periods of time. May be required to sit, stand, kneel, crouch, stoop or work in awkward positions for long periods of time. Work requires close attention of eyes and coordination of hands.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Jerry L Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital 11201 Benton Street Loma Linda, CA 92357 US
• Name: Chad Hubbard
• Phone: 515-721-6458
• Email: [email protected]