UTILITY SYSTEMS REPAIRER-OPERATOR

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform the full range of journeyman-level utility system operation, maintenance and repair duties, such as installing, repairing, and modifying water distribution, sewage collection, natural gas distribution systems, facility plumbing, and operating propane-air mix plant, along with ancillary systems and equipment.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4700-General Maintenance & Operations Work Group; Maintenance Mechanic. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of a UTILITY SYSTEMS REPAIRER-OPERATOR without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of utility distribution, storage, and collection system installation/isolation/repair, and of the physical properties and hazards associated with the various systems encountered. 2. Knowledge of operation, maintenance, and repair of dry-pipe, wet-pipe, aqueous film-forming foam and high-expansion foam fire suppression systems for aircraft hangars and other specialized facilities. 3. Knowledge of safety, environmental and security regulations, procedures, and practices. 4. Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, lay out, install modify, troubleshoot and repair various systems and equipment. Skill in techniques used to measure, cut, thread, join, and fit piping and tubing. 5. Skill in using and maintaining various hand and power tools such as multi-meters, flange spreaders, motor joists/lifts, hydraulic jacks, impact wrenches, pneumatic tools, air compressors, torque wrenches, etc. 6. Skill in installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing non-industrial & industrial facility plumbing water supply and wastewater disposal systems and equipment. Ability to analyze deficiencies and diagnose malfunctions of system components such as automatic control valves, pumps, flow meters, etc. Physical Effort The incumbent makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the parts of systems worked on are in hard-to-reach places. This requires the employee to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The employee frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds unassisted and over 40 pounds with assistance. Working Conditions The work is done inside and outside and is usually dirty, dusty, and greasy. The employee is sometimes required to make repairs and installations outside in bad weather. The employee is sometimes required to enter manholes, trenches, facility attics and under-floor crawlspaces. Occasionally makes repairs in areas where bad smelling fumes are present. The employee has occasional exposure to the possibility of broken bones and frequent exposure to the possibility of scrapes, burns, and infections. Employee will be required to wear safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, and hard hats and other personal protective equipment. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.