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Waste Water Plant Operator

Department of the Army
United States Army Installation Management Command
U.S. Army Garrison, Directorate of Public Works (DPW)
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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 Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
12/17/2024 to 01/09/2025
Salary
$33.61 to - $39.26 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Detrick, MD
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
MCFT249758979033
Control number
824703700

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Duties

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  • Operate a Wastewater Plant that functions 24 hours a day on alternating shifts with full responsibility for operation of the plant while on shift.
  • Detail knowledge of all laboratory tests and analysis to determine treatment required and make adjustments to treatment processes and pump controls.
  • Collect various samples for both plant operation and Discharge Monitoring Reporting.
  • Perform and document plant maintenance and make equipment repairs.
  • Record information in the proper logs and prepare monthly operating reports.
  • Able to read, interpret and apply numerous technical publications and manuals.

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 the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual surveillance examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
  • 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.
  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
  • The incumbent of this position may be working in a hazardous area and as such may be required to wear protective clothing, receive immunizations, use protective equipment, and other specified safety procedures.

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.

To meet the basic eligibility, you must receive at least two points on the screen-out element indicated above and must have an average of two points on all the job elements listed below. Your application will be further evaluated to determine if you meet the best qualified cut-off for referral to the selecting official.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Waste Water Plant Operator ~ without more than normal supervision. The ability to perform common Waste Water Plant Operator tasks including collecting various samples, determining necessary chemicals for treatments and adjusting equipment and chemical feed rates. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

This position requires the incumbent to possess a valid State of Maryland Waste Water Class 5A certification. This certification MUST be uploaded with your application submission.

  • PHYSICAL EFFORT:
    Operator frequently works in strained positions while cleaning equipment or lifting heavy equipment or tools. Job requires considerable walking, standing on concrete and climbing stairways and ladders. Regularly lifts objects weighing 45-50 pounds: occasionally heavier weights.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS:
    Works inside and outside in all kinds of weather. Sometimes requires exposure to running motors, pumps machinery, loud noises and poor ventilation. Incumbent is exposed to sulfuric acid, methane gas, sulfur dioxide and bacteria. Odors and fumes occasionally unpleasant. Complete protective clothing including acid resistant gloves and aprons, gas mask or full face shield, respirator required when working with dangerous chemicals. Frequent exposure to dirty and greasy machinery. Required to work on catwalks and ladders.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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(n) Engineers & Scientists (Construction) Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs may be authorized.
  • The following special programs/incentives MAY be offered if it is appropriate to the position being filled and in the best interest of the government:
    • Recruitment Incentives
    • Student Loan Repayment
    • 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.

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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