These positions are located within the Division of Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance (DFOM), which delivers facility-related services including operations, maintenance, design, and construction of facilities in the Durham, NC and Bethesda MD.

Duties

As a Utility Systems Repairer Operator Leader, you will: Independently perform extensive inspections and testing of utilities systems and equipment, associated building and facilities systems and equipment to ensure proper operation and adherence to standards and tolerances. Start, stop, operate, make adjustment, maintain, and repair various utilities systems i.e., chilled water, condensate, steam, HVAC and other systems and repair equipment to dampers, control valves, room temperatures, heat exchangers, and other equipment within the facilities. Visually inspect, and from results of diagnostic tests and general utilities system knowledge, locate the cause of malfunction and make necessary adjustments or repairs to restore to working order various types of utilities systems and equipment, and associated facilities, building systems and equipment. Independently operate and monitor virtual Building Automation Systems control console and utilities systems from different buildings. Lead other Utility Systems Repairer Operators and Maintenance Mechanics in accomplishing the assigned work. Lead other Utility Systems Repairer Operators and Maintenance Mechanics in following safety practices and procedures and established safety rules and regulations in maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• You must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• You must be able to stand for prolonged periods on concrete floors and walk over rough and uneven terrain with or without reasonable accommodation.
• This position requires weekend hours, night shifts, regular or rotational shifts, and holiday hours.
• This position has on-call or call-back requirements.
• If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• The selectee must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle license.
• Position is covered by a bargaining unit (union).
• You may work in hazardous environments or handle hazardous substances.

Qualifications

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C. 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 level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position. The approved job elements for this occupation are listed as follows: (1) Ability To Lead Or Supervise (Screen-out element). (2) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. (3) Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic). (4) Use of Measuring Instruments. (5) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading). (6) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12293575

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Alfred Newman
• Phone: 301-827-9708
• Email: [email protected]