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The primary purpose of this position is to perform repairs and preventive maintenance to water plants and sewage lift stations. Performs tests on raw and treated water. Operates base water plant as operator in charge on a 7 day a week/24 hour per day rotation. Monitors, Operates, and repairs sewage lift stations.
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- Independently operates and monitors water, swimming pool, and sewage lift station system motors, pumps, valves, chlorinators, booster pumps, tanks, etc., through use of manual means or computer telemetry operating systems.
- Works independently in charge of the water pumping treatment plants, Swimming pools, and sewage lift stations.
- Troubleshoots/tests various plumbing systems and equipment within the Water Treatment plant including backflow prevention devices such as reduced pressure principle devices, double check devices, atmospheric vacuum breakers and other cross connection devices.
- Maintains detailed records during assigned shift to reflect all activities such as periods of operations and amount of water pumped from each well, gauge and chart readings, amounts and types of chemicals used, test result readings, static water level and draw down versus capacity or pumping rate.
- Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.
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Conditions of employment - U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. As appropriate, valid driver's license is required to be maintained for this position.
- As required, may train and/or guide other personnel in performance of plumbing duties.
- Minimum of State ground water production license grade C required and must be maintained.
- As directed, travels to any off-base location to accomplish work within skill capability.
- Shift work may be required to work, to include an uncommon tour of duty and/ overtime. The incumbent may also be required to participate in exercises and real-world contingencies, as well as respond to natural or man-made disasters.
- This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
- DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs. This position may be designated mission essential based on local conditions. Mission essential personnel report for duty at normal times when the base
- is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release.
- This position may be designated as essential during such events, requiring the incumbent to remain on duty during base closure periods
- Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance
- This position has been identified as a designated position under the Air Force Drug Testing Plan (IAW AFI 44-107). Incumbent(s) of this position is subject to the possibility of a random drug test.
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-5400 Industrial Equipment Operation Family, Utility Systems Operator . 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 an AIR CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT MECHANIC 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. Thorough knowledge of non-filtration processes normally associated with pretreated or ground (well) water Treatment process to change the taste, odor, or chemical content of the water
2. Ability to perform water treatment tests to check items such as PH level, turbidity, and fluoride, and phosphate content
3. Skill in the use of instruments such as ethylometers and PH meters to take measurements. Skill in using a computerized water monitoring system. Skill in troubleshooting plant operations and performing minor maintenance repairs on plant equipment
4. Skill in adding silicates and chemical agents such as fluoride, chlorine, and manganese into the water system. Skill in repairing sewage lift station pumping equipment such and submersible sewage ejection pumps and float systems.
5. Knowledgeable of proper procedures for monitoring and maintaining the quality of swimming pool water and chlorination levels.
6. Knowledge of State Federal reporting requirements and Federal regulations which cover the addition of water treatment chemicals.
7. Must possess or be capable of obtaining a backflow prevention certificate of competency to comply with State and Air Force guidance.
Physical Effort: Considerable walking, standing on concrete floors and uneven surfaces, and climbing stairways and ladders. Light to moderate physical effort is necessary to turn valves and move chlorine cylinders and chemical drums. Frequently lift and carry items up to 25 pounds unassisted and 50 pounds with assistance. Works in tight or confined places and climbs ladders.
Working Conditions: Works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Works with poisonous chemicals such as chlorine gas, acids, reagents, and caustic chemicals which could cause serious injuries. Works with raw sewage. There is exposure continuous noise from machinery, danger of electrical shocks and falls while working on tanks. Works in rural environments are potentially coming into contact with bees, snakes, wild pigs, coyotes, etc. Required to wear safety toe shoes and other protective clothing and equipment on the job. May be required to remain clean shaven in order to wear self-contained breathing apparatus in emergency conditions.
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.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Incentives : Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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