The Utility Systems Operator in the Plant Operations unit of the Maintenance and Operations Section of the Engineering Service performs on a rotating shift that provides 24 hours-per-day, 7 days-per week utility systems management and medical center support. During irregular tours, nights, weekends, and holidays, the incumbent acts as Operator-in-Charge and makes independent decisions without supervision to provide emergency maintenance assistance

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to: Exercise direct control over services provided to the medical center, including digital control of all air handling equipment impacting temperature and humidity; steam supplied for sterilization, laundry production, building heating, and cooking; chilled water production for air conditioning; and remote operation of the emergency water supply tower. Makes the rounds of the Steam Boiler Plant, Air Conditioning Plant, fuel storage tanks, and cooling towers to visually check all related plant equipment, Take hourly reading and maintain the plant operations log, overtime log, and Utility System Operator check-in log. Check the plants and operating machinery throughout station, from the air conditioning plant at the beginning, in the middle and at the end of each shift. Coordinate engineering emergency calls and communicate by radio, telephone or in person. Maintain the complete water treatment program including: cooling towers, chiller water and steam distribution systems, and the boilers, per instructions and chemical company recommendations. Calibrating instruments, collecting samples at various locations, performing analysis, making chemical feed adjustments to maintain control limits, and repairs to chemical distribution systems. Perform all plant housekeeping tasks (sweeping, mopping, waxing, etc.) in plants, machinery rooms, and storage areas. Preparation for annual internal and external inspections such as safety valve testing including lockout, tag out, and disassembly of boiler manholes, hand-hole plates, and internal parts. Participates in the performance management process and develops an understanding of the VA's mission and organizational goals as they apply to the incumbent's position and the Engineering Service Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: 0600-1800 Swing Shift Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Operator/PD40096A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• 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
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

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: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionEquipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic)Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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

There is no substitution of education for this position.

Contacts

• Address Robley Rex VA Medical Center 800 Zorn Avenue Louisville, KY 40206 US
• Name: Jennifer Henson
• Phone: 678-431-0643
• Email: [email protected]