Utility Systems Operator Worker Trainee - Naval Facilities Engineering Command

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will assist with work operations, maintenance and repairs of the potable water systems and the wastewater systems. You will use the tools associated with the work of the job and select the proper tools for specific use during completion of assigned tasks. You will perform the simple and routine tasks of the job with detailed guidance as to the necessary steps to take during job assignments. You will make equipment adjustments, lubrications, reports, and report equipment problems. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: WG-01 1) Aptitude and Interest for Learning Trade Theory and Practice such as: Experience training or working in a vocational or trade related field or willingness and ability to learn a trade. WG-03 1) Obtaining tools, plans, and materials; 2) Assisting others in performing disassembles, repairs, and assembling components; 3) Assisting others in performing preventative maintenance, system checks, and lifting, handling, storing, and disposing of materials; 4) Utilizing established safety practices, rules, regulations, and procedures. WG-05 1) Assisting in making adjustments, lubrication, repairs and reports equipment problems; 2) Providing support in maintaining daily logs and records of results for wells, pump stations, water production, and wastewater influent; and 3) Updating logs of laboratory checks, calibration, and orders chemicals and laboratory supplies to ensure compliance with the state. WG-08 1) Investigating customer complaints regarding water problems; 2) Reading and interpreting meters, gauges and instruments; 3) Monitoring and operating telemetry and SCADA systems; 4) Collecting and conducting water/wastewater quality and adding prescribed amounts of chemicals to treat water; and 5) Locating problems and initiating immediate corrective action to maintain inadequate wastewater treatment. WG-10 1) Reporting to the supervisor and passing on instructions to the team to get work started; 2) Monitoring the operation, maintenance, control and repair of all related process equipment; 3) Reading and interpreting meters, gauges and instruments and documents readings and makes calculations and completes written reports; 4) Conducting various tests to determine proper chemical feed rates, calculating chemical feed rates and changing pump settings; 5) Operating valves, lifts, pumps (high pressure progressive cavity sewage, variable drive, various sump, chemical feed), gates, comminutors, cleaning and maintaining intermittent sand filters; and 6) Assuring that safety and housekeeping rules are followed. **NOTE** This information must be clearly supported in your resume. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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. Education Additional Information This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. May be assigned to a different job location to serve as a relief waste water treatment plant operator. The employee may be required to work overtime. Call back and emergency overtime are regular requirements of this position. May be assigned to any basic work week or shift hours. May be required to carry a portable radio or pager and maintain contact with supervisor or customer service center at all times. Must be able to wear a respirator and be respirator qualified. May occasionally perform duties as a team leader. Team leader duties include: assigning daily work; answering questions of other workers about procedures, policies, and service or maintenance tickets; ensuring tools, materials, plans, blueprints, etc. are available; reporting problems, work status and work progress to supervisor(s); demonstrating proper work methods and practices. May be required to provide technical guidance and direction or other types of informal coaching / training to other employees. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. PHYSICAL EFFORT The work requires moderate to strenuous effort and long periods of walking, standing, climbing, bending, and crouching. Workers frequently lift and carry parts and chemical supplies weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted and occasionally items weighing over 40 pounds with assistance of other workers or weight handling equipment. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is generally performed outside where employee may be subject to prevailing weather conditions. May be subject to extreme temperatures. May be subject to cuts and abrasions from the use of tools and equipment and burns from acids, caustics, hot water, steam, and contact with piping and boilers. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment applicable to the work, such as, face shields, ear plugs, gloves, hard-toe shoes, respirators, and fall protection gear.