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Utility Systems Operator

Department of the Army
United States Army Installation Management Command
Directorate of Public Works
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Summary

Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Direct Hire Auth 5 U.S.C. § 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: Works as an Operator-in-Charge at Fort Hunter Liggett Water Treatment Plant, with a capacity of 1.0 MGD.

Overview

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Job canceled
Open & closing dates
09/23/2024 to 10/11/2024
Salary
$32.83 to - $38.33 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Hunter Liggett, CA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - The business travel requirement is 5%.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Term - 5 years
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
MCFU246141526194HW
Control number
810867900

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Duties

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  • Maintain water and wastewater treatment systems and associated equipment in order to ensure proper operation.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and conduct daily testing of drinking water and wastewater systems in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
  • Perform laboratory duties to ensure water and wastewater are meeting standards.
  • Use knowledge derived from various sources and experience to maintain and repair water and wastewater plant equipment.
  • Perform duties in accordance with all safety and security regulations and guidelines.
  • Oversee the operation of water and wastewater systems.
  • Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires pre-employment/annual physicals.
  • This position requires a valid state driver's license.
  • This position has a requirement to lift up to 60 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
  • This position requires both the both the California Water Distribution D-2 and California Water Treatment T-2 licenses.
  • Weekend work and some shift work required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens


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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Utility Systems Operator ~ without more than normal supervision. Perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance tasks for water and/or wastewater treatment plant equipment; test drinking water samples for compliance with regulations; maintain daily records and logs; operate water distribution valves and hydrants; and operate primary and secondary wastewater treatment under the supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews my work for completion. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • PHYSICAL EFFORT: Incumbent operators perform considerable walking, standing on concrete floors, climbing stairways, and working outdoors under adverse conditions. Moderate to heavy physical effort is required to turn valves, operate equipment, and lift bags of chemicals. Operators are required to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally, and carry heavier items with assistance of other workers, or with lifting devices.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS: Operators will work outdoors under adverse conditions for periods of time. They must drive outside under wintry conditions. They are subject to cuts, bruises and abrasions from use of tools and equipment. Subject to chemical burns and exposure in specific locations at the wastewater Treatment Plant, Water Plant, and swimming pool. Operators are required to follow safety practices and use safety and personal protection equipment.


Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Career Field (CF) 18 - Construction, Engineering and Infrastructure position
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
  • Recruitment and relocations may be authorized.
  • Student loan repayment may be authorized.
  • Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
  • Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service for determining annual leave accrual rate may be authorized.
  • Term Appointment NTE - Position may be filled as a Term Appointment NTE 5 years. Term appointments may be extended beyond of six (6) years, up to eight (8) years. With DoD approval, Term appointments may be extended beyond eight (8) years.
  • Current permanent Federal employees (to include permanent Army employees) applying for a Term appointment will be appointed/converted into a Term appointment with no statutory return rights back to a permanent position.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

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