Serves as a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator for the USDA, Animal Plant and Health Inspection Services (APHIS), Wildlife Services (WS), National Wildlife Research Center (NWRC). This position is on-site and is supervised by the NWRC Facilities Manager.

Duties

The duties may include, but are not limited to: Serves as lead on various non-standard industrial tasks in connection with the repair and operation of utilities for a variety of large and complex federal buildings or facilities. Performs various checks, tests, adjustments and troubleshooting tasks to determine the need of repair and operational work. Plans, lays out, sets up and completed specified tasks using equipment of the trade, blueprints, sketches, oral instructions and other specifications. Recognizes faulty equipment, install and maintain heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system including all air handlers, Variable Air Volume (VAV) boxes, supply and exhaust fans, boilers, pumps, and control systems. Performs complex repairs on the utility system for optimum efficiency and safety. programs, repairs and monitors Johnson Controls Building Automation System (BAS). Maintains building environment with adequate lighting, heating, cooling, and air flow for both human and animal occupants per study requirements or at the request of tenants. Keeps records of equipment run logs, work orders and preventative maintenance performed utilizing automated system. Works with Safety Officer in order to ensure all State, Local, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations are met in workplace. Mentors apprentice and journey level utility systems repairer-operators and provides on the job training.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.
• Valid state driver's license is required at the time of application.
• All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions.
• The position requires work under a wide range of adverse conditions (such as heat, dust, noise, adverse weather, cramped and remote spaces, and heights).
• This position requires vigorous physical activity involving lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, and walking under conditions ranging from mild to extreme.
• Work is performed at the research site (about 98%), with the possibility of field work when required.
• Operation of government-owned or government leased vehicles is required.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. To qualify, you must show you have had training and experience of sufficient scope and quality to provide you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Your answers to the vacancy specific questions must be supported by the work experience in your resume. For example, if you respond in the affirmative when questioned whether you have experience operating boilers, your resume must include this experience, mindful that experience may not be inferred by job title. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service USDA APHIS MRPBS 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401 US
• Name: MRP Human Resources
• Phone: 612-336-3227
• Email: [email protected]