Summary The Utility Systems Operator serves as a work leader in the Utility Systems shop and is responsible for all the medical center's chiller and boiler plant operations. Responsibilities As the Utility Systems Operator Leader, the incumbent is responsible for all the medical center's Chiller and Boiler plant operations that includes but is not limited to: Installation, preventive maintenance, modifications, and repairs of new and existing utilities; supply, operation, maintenance, and repair of three 500 HP Cleaver-Brooks low pressure gas and oil fired fire tube boilers rated at I2 PSI with a total capacity of 52,500 pounds of steam per hour, two 950-ton Carrier centrifugal chillers, one McQuay 1500 ton centrifugal chiller, and all auxiliary components of each system. A Johnson Controls Metasys Facility Management Computer System (FMS) that controls and monitors the entire heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and environmental systems at Bowling and Sousley Campus. This will also include the operation and maintenance of twenty (20) Condensing Hot Water Boilers and fifteen (15) gas fired Hot Water Heaters that are either natural gas or liquid propane fuel source; one 580-ton chiller; one 541-ton chiller; one 600-ton chiller; and all auxiliary components of each system at Sousley Campus. Additionally, the incumbent's duties include, but are not limited to: Determine and order monthly and quarterly requirements of operating supplies for the Boiler and Chiller plants to keep all systems in operating condition. Establish standard operating procedures for accuracy and manpower utilization. Ensure subordinate employees are adhering to safety standards, Engineering, Medical Center and VHA policies and memorandums, standard operational procedures and all codes. Maintain knowledge of Boiler and Chiller plant codes. Plan and lead work. Lead troubleshooting and provide technical advice and training. Continually study new literature to keep current in federal, state, and local codes. Evaluate employee performance and relay information back to the direct supervisor. Initiate job work orders for maintenance and repair work. Provide daily leadership and support to Utility System Operators and spot check work daily. Work Schedule: Rotating Shifts; coverage is provided to hospital 24/7 and incumbent may/may not work each rotating shift Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Operator Leader/PD30398A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/24/2024. 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: Communications Computer Skills Mechanics Operation of Equipment/Machinery Troubleshooting Use Prints and Drawings 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/Working Conditions: Incumbent is exposed to the same working conditions as all their employees. Incumbent must be physically fit. This includes lifting heavy equipment, bending, stooping and working in cramped places for extended periods of time and often works in hot and cold places. Education Additional Information During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.