Utility Systems Repair Operator
The Energy Consists of a Chiller Plant - four (4) ton centrifugal chillers chillers with variable frequency/variable speed drives (VFSD), including 5 cooling towers and pumps, 3 VFSD 250 horse power chilled water pumping systems, four 125 tons emergency air-cooled rotary liquid chillers for redundant operating room environmental control. This position encompasses distinct trades which primarily involves operating, monitoring adjusting, calibrating and repairing various electronic elements of the building environmental monitoring control system, automated electronic combustion systems on power boilers and other electronic programmable controllers related to refrigeration, medical air systems, pneumatic air systems, air conditioning systems etc., to troubleshoot malfunctions of the complex systems under automated control. Incumbents must know the characteristic voltage current, input functions of a wide variety of microprocessor controllers. The incumbent is responsible for the Building Automation Systems (BAS) that integrates and uses special computers to store operating parameters and initiate adjustments when systems become out of range or in alarm conditions. The incumbent understand the alarms, notifies appropriated personnel within the Medical Center of the alarm and makes appropriated adjust/repairs either manually or via the BAS to bring the utilities back within range. Examples of this would include high temperature, flows, pressures etc. Work Schedule:
08:
00 am - 8:
00 pm and 08:
00 pm - 08:
00 am, Rotating Shifts, Some mandatory overtime required, Shifts may change based on the needs of the facility. 8 hours, 10 hours or 12 hour shifts. Initial Indoctrination approved by supervisor. Compressed/Flexible Schedule:
Maybe available Position Description Title/PD#:
Utility Systems Repairer Operator, WG-11/548-02727A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized The incumbent is responsible for repairing, operating and maintaining three 400 hp gas-fired power boilers using No 2 oil as a standby energy sources and all associated equipment such as burners with variable frequency drives for combustion air, electronic combustion control systems, centrifugal feed water pumps with variable frequency drives, level masters drum level control, a de-aerating/condensate storage tank, direct chemical feed systems, regulatory valves low water cut-outs, flow meters, gas analyzers, two 10,000 gallon her hour capacity sodium Zeolite systems and an air compressor with dryer. Incumbent is responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs on all boilers to include repairing and replacing valves, water pipers, pumps, motors, gauges, steam lines, burner control, fans, refractory, and oxygen analyzing equipment, bearings, insulation, strainers, and pneumatic controls. The incumbent repairs, operates, and maintain four 1000 ton centrifugal chillers, which is also located inside the Energy Center with variable frequency/variable speed drives (VFD), including 5 cooling towers and pumps, 3 VFD 250 horse power chilled water pumping systems, four 125 ton emergency air-cooled rotary liquid chiller for redundant operating room environmental control. The work involves troubleshooting unusual malfunctions; locating problems and determining correct action, reading meters and gauges and making adjustments to control in accordance with the sound interpretation blueprints and electrical circuit diagrams to insure continues steam and chilled water distribution through the medical center. During the second and third shifts, weekends and holidays the operator-in-charge will respond to all calls at the medical center which may require engineering personnel to making emergency repairs when and where appropriate. The incumbent will advise the Administrative Officer of the day (AOD) of the situations and call in other engineering personnel to make further repairs; makes decision as to the safe and efficient operation of the air conditioning plant, boiler plant and its related equipment to the EMS. In addition, the incumbent must be knowledgeable to many other utility systems ( water, sewer, compressed air, medical air, electrical distribution, plumbing systems., etc) in the building in order to correctly identify problems and call for the proper corrective action. Must have demonstrated ability to operate and maintain & repair, Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers. Building Automation ,efficient knowledge of operation, Emergency power experience, and rebuild knowledge of fans, pumps, and motors. Safe Steaming certificate required within 90 days of on boarding. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/22/2020.
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:
Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInspectInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Operation of Equipment/MachineryTroubleshooting 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:
Light to medium physical effort is required in observing equipment and adjusting controls. The work requires continual standing and walking also lifting up to 50 fifty pounds and more with assistance. Occasionally works in awkward and cramped conditions when making repairs. Some standing, stooping, bending, and working on ladders is required. Working Conditions:
Work is performed in the Energy Center, which includes the Chiller Plant, Boiler plant, and EMCS; and Cooling Tower and also in Mechanical rooms, sometimes outside, occasionally in inclement weather. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of boiler bursts and steam blow back toxic gases, refrigerant, fumes and scalds, subject to cuts bruises and broken bones while working around machinery and equipment. Noise level is often high and ear protection if requires, other protective devices such as goggles, masks and gloves will be worn.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
08:
00 am - 8:
00 pm and 08:
00 pm - 08:
00 am, Rotating Shifts, Some mandatory overtime required, Shifts may change based on the needs of the facility. 8 hours, 10 hours or 12 hour shifts. Initial Indoctrination approved by supervisor. Compressed/Flexible Schedule:
Maybe available Position Description Title/PD#:
Utility Systems Repairer Operator, WG-11/548-02727A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized The incumbent is responsible for repairing, operating and maintaining three 400 hp gas-fired power boilers using No 2 oil as a standby energy sources and all associated equipment such as burners with variable frequency drives for combustion air, electronic combustion control systems, centrifugal feed water pumps with variable frequency drives, level masters drum level control, a de-aerating/condensate storage tank, direct chemical feed systems, regulatory valves low water cut-outs, flow meters, gas analyzers, two 10,000 gallon her hour capacity sodium Zeolite systems and an air compressor with dryer. Incumbent is responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs on all boilers to include repairing and replacing valves, water pipers, pumps, motors, gauges, steam lines, burner control, fans, refractory, and oxygen analyzing equipment, bearings, insulation, strainers, and pneumatic controls. The incumbent repairs, operates, and maintain four 1000 ton centrifugal chillers, which is also located inside the Energy Center with variable frequency/variable speed drives (VFD), including 5 cooling towers and pumps, 3 VFD 250 horse power chilled water pumping systems, four 125 ton emergency air-cooled rotary liquid chiller for redundant operating room environmental control. The work involves troubleshooting unusual malfunctions; locating problems and determining correct action, reading meters and gauges and making adjustments to control in accordance with the sound interpretation blueprints and electrical circuit diagrams to insure continues steam and chilled water distribution through the medical center. During the second and third shifts, weekends and holidays the operator-in-charge will respond to all calls at the medical center which may require engineering personnel to making emergency repairs when and where appropriate. The incumbent will advise the Administrative Officer of the day (AOD) of the situations and call in other engineering personnel to make further repairs; makes decision as to the safe and efficient operation of the air conditioning plant, boiler plant and its related equipment to the EMS. In addition, the incumbent must be knowledgeable to many other utility systems ( water, sewer, compressed air, medical air, electrical distribution, plumbing systems., etc) in the building in order to correctly identify problems and call for the proper corrective action. Must have demonstrated ability to operate and maintain & repair, Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers. Building Automation ,efficient knowledge of operation, Emergency power experience, and rebuild knowledge of fans, pumps, and motors. Safe Steaming certificate required within 90 days of on boarding. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/22/2020.
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:
Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInspectInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Operation of Equipment/MachineryTroubleshooting 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:
Light to medium physical effort is required in observing equipment and adjusting controls. The work requires continual standing and walking also lifting up to 50 fifty pounds and more with assistance. Occasionally works in awkward and cramped conditions when making repairs. Some standing, stooping, bending, and working on ladders is required. Working Conditions:
Work is performed in the Energy Center, which includes the Chiller Plant, Boiler plant, and EMCS; and Cooling Tower and also in Mechanical rooms, sometimes outside, occasionally in inclement weather. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of boiler bursts and steam blow back toxic gases, refrigerant, fumes and scalds, subject to cuts bruises and broken bones while working around machinery and equipment. Noise level is often high and ear protection if requires, other protective devices such as goggles, masks and gloves will be worn.
- Department:
4742 Utility Systems Repairing-Operating - Salary Range:
$27.86 to $32.48 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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