This position is located in the Boiler Plant Unit, Operations Section, Facilities Management Services of Edward Hines, Jr. Veteran's Hospital, Hines, IL. The primary purpose of this position is to provide supervision to the five Boiler Plant Operators and provide continuous operation and maintenance of the facility's four high pressure steam boilers.

Duties

Duties: The incumbent plans, directs and supervises the work of five Boiler Plant operators engaged in the operation and maintenance of four natural gas/No. 2 fuel oil fired 50,000 pound per hour water tube high pressure steam boilers and related auxiliary equipment; a domestic water pumping and storage system; a heat extractor system; and a diesel driven electric generator set. Additionally, the incumbent is frequently required to operate and maintain the boilers .and all of the other indicated equipment and systems by himself during entire shifts. Communication and interpersonal relations, including the ability to appropriately and courteously relate to internal and external customers. Maintenance of confidentiality of patient/employee information, electronic and print: The medical center performance improvement program. How to work and function in the medical center in a safe manner, including infection control and the correct operation of equipment. (As required) Age/Population-specific care as identified in the Age/Population-Specific Competencies - including knowledge of principles of growth and development relevant to the ages/populations served and associated age/population-specific needs and provide the appropriate care based upon the age/population-related factors noted. *Incumbent will be required to serve a Supervisory Probationary Period of 52 weeks, if they haven't already successfully completed a 52 weeks Supervisory Probationary Period with VA*Incumbent will be required to serve a Supervisory Probationary Period of 52 weeks, if they haven't already successfully completed a 52 weeks Supervisory Probationary Period with VA. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 700am to 330 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Supervisory Boiler Plant Operator/PD08967O Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be able to lift heavy objects, climb stairs, climb ladders and work from catwalks and scaffolds, The incumbent is frequently required to perform duties which involve bending, stretching, reaching and kneeling. Working Conditions: Frequently exposed to the dangers associated with high pressure steam. The incumbent must be able to regularly work for prolonged periods in temperatures well in excess of 100°F.

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)Measuring InstrumentsOperation of Equipment/MachineryTechnical Practices 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Edward Hines Junior Hospital 5000 South 5th Avenue Hines, IL 60141 US
• Name: Andrea Bell
• Phone: 2109926210
• Email: [email protected]