This position supervises the Energy Center; the physical plant consists of a central air-conditioning plant containing 4,000 tons of capacity with related equipment, three steam boilers with all associated equipment an piping, a Siemens energy management system to control and monitor operations of equipment throughout the Medical Center. The incumbent must ensure that all required maintenance and repair of these systems are accomplished through subordinate staff, or outside vendors.

Duties

Major duties include but are not limited to: Directs the work of subordinates and utility systems operators, utility systems repair mechanics, and maintenance mechanics occupations at grades WG-05 through WG-11. Responsible for supervising and training employees regarding varied capacities of the utility systems such as duty cycling, start/stop time optimization,, auto restart time-of day scheduling, peak demand limiting, maintenance work order generation, reset application, chiller plant optimization, enthalpy optimization, record log keeping of monitoring applications and alarm status of the multitude of programmable alarm functions throughout the physical plant. Responsible for proper planning and scheduling of operators to have complete coverage of boiler plant and chiller plant 24 hours per day. Responsible for planning preventive maintenance on all utility system components. Ensures the proper operations and maintenance of the physical plant facilities through the employees assigned, makes sure that the boiler plant and air-conditioning plant (Energy Center) are operated as economically as possible while providing a safe, comfortable environment. Has supervisory responsibility for Utility Systems Repair Operators and Utility Systems Repair Mechanics. Each occupation requires a different background of technical knowledge and in many installations these would be entirely different trades. Responds to distinct emergency alarms systems and urgent plant repairs that control the overall air and heating temperature, and flow distribution for the entire installation. Responsible for establishing a utility systems management program that meets all requirements of VHA and TJC Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 7:00am -3:00pm .Subject to change based on the needs of the facility Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Operator- Repair Supervisor/PD010740 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/09/2024. 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 Lead or SuperviseEquipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measuring InstrumentsUse 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Must be able to climb ladders, crawl into tight spaces or areas, bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address West Palm Beach VA Medical Center 7305 North Military Trail West Palm Beach, FL 33410 US
• Name: David Furnas
• Phone: 913-758-6436
• Email: [email protected]