About the Position: This is a Boiler Plant Worker, WG-5402-08 position with the Army Tank-Automotive and Armament Command (TACOM) Anniston Army Depot Directorate of Public Works, Facility Engineer Division in Anniston, Alabama.

Duties

Operate, adjust, and shutdown a high-pressure boiler to produce the required amount of steam to meet production needs and heating requirements. Make minor repairs to boiler equipment in order to maintain an adequate amount of steam pressure to keep up with production needs. Make on the spot decisions about steps needed to assure the safe operation of the plant. Collect samples, run test, and determine chemical content in water to make necessary adjustment in order to control corrosion and scale formation in the Distribution system. Analyze and interpret data in order to make repair or adjustment and determine work requirements.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license in order to operate a government motor vehicle (GOV).
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 40 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Boiler Plant Worker~ without more than normal supervision. Performing common tasks to include routine preventive maintenance and minor operational repairs on Multi-fuel powered Boilers without more than normal supervision. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.Dexterity and SafetyKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Operation of Boiler Plant Operator (specify equipment, machinery, etc.)Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments PHYSICAL EFFORT: Wok requires frequent standing, keeling, walking and climbing while checking equipment. There are occasions when repair work is performed in awkward and ramped positions. Repair work frequently requires carrying and setting up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Operator is subject to abnormal heat, hazards of boiler explosions, high noise level, dirt, carbon monoxide, scalds, and toxic fuel fumes and gases. He is subject to cuts and bruises while working around machinery and equipment. There is danger of falls from ladder while checking equipment. Work assignments involve a thorough knowledge of hazardous material classes. There is a possibility of exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes from spills and/or leaks and incumbent may be required to wear protective clothing (e.g., rube boots, coveralls, googles, aprons, respirator, etc.).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address AH-APF-W0LXAA USA DEPOT ANNISTON DO NOT MAIL Anniston, AL 36201 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk