Summary The incumbent serves as a Utility Systems Repair Operator and the Working Supervisor for the Boiler/Chiller Plant of the Grand Junction Veterans Health Care System. Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited to the following: Responsible for direct supervision of five (5) Utility Systems Repair Operators, currently staffed at four (4) utility systems operator, one boiler plant mechanic and one utility system repair operator assigned to the Boiler Plant. Serves as subject matter expert (SME) for all Boiler Plant and Chiller Plant operations, boiler control systems, boiler safety devices, ECMS System, steam distribution systems, and condensate return systems. Fills in as Maintenance & Operations Foreman and be responsible for an additional Two (2) Plumber/Pipefitters, two (2) Electricians, one (1) Electronic Technician, two (2) Maintenance Mechanics, and three (3) AC&R Technicians. Supervise, assess competencies, set up and maintain training program, set up and maintain boiler compliance documents and lead the operation, maintenance, and repairs of all Grand Junction VAMC Shops. Responsible for the safe operation and repair of the central heating plant which is being upgraded to consist of three (3) Johnston 300 horsepower, 6900 lb./hr. fire tube boilers. Follows safety procedures in the lighting off sequences and all boiler-testing procedures, to include safety device testing. Operates all support equipment - ABB and C351 single loop controllers, feed water, condensate return systems, spray type deaerator, reverse osmosis system, boiler water, steam distribution, 2 condensate return, chemical injection systems, Boiler Plant emergency diesel generator, and associated auxiliary equipment. Records steam production and other operating data at hourly intervals as required on the steam log sheet, changes flow charts, and computes daily use of makeup water, steam production, and average outside temperature. Perform hourly inspections of operating equipment and records diesel fuel tank levels and diesel fuel usage daily. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00a.m. to 3:30p.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repair Operator Supervisor/PD109450 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved 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, 03/11/2025. 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: Accountability Administration and Management Attention to Detail Compliance Decision Making Engineering and Technology Lead or Supervise Manages and Organizes Information Mental Visualization Planning and Evaluating Technical Problem Solving 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: This position requires walking, standing, bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling moderately heavy loads daily and occasionally heavy loads. Incumbent must be in good physical condition, able to work rotating shifts, have good 8 eyesight with or without glasses and cannot be colorblind. Incumbent must be able to hear and see alarms and be able to speak clearly in order for emergency response. Incumbent must to able to climb stairs and ladders and remain on their feet for the entire 12 hour shift with only occasional instances for rest. Work inside and outside at heights up to 50 feet. Subject to extreme temperature changes; from a +115 to a -30 degrees. Subject to high noise levels which requires wearing of hearing protection. Work inside boiler drums (when doing major overhaul) is tight and hot. Work is dirty, greasy, hot, cold and wet. Employee is subject to cuts, bruises, traffic hazards and is exposed to danger from boiler explosion, high temperature water and steam lines, electrical shock, falls, burns, scalds, chemicals, broken bones, explosive chemical or conventional munitions, carbon monoxide poisoning, and gas and oil fumes. Other Significant Facts: Incumbent must report for work during periods of hazardous road and weather conditions. Work is performed on a 24 hour a day 7 days a week 3 shift rotating tour of duty. Incumbent will be subject to rotate work hours through all three shifts schedules. Incumbent could be subjected to hazards normally encountered in the trade and may be exposed to asbestos. This position requires working rotating shifts and overtime. Education Additional Information 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. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.