BOILER PLANT OPERATOR Direct Hire Authority
What you'd do
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is To operate dual fuel high pressure boilers that produce steam and high temperature hot water, to operate electric and gas engine driven chillers and to operate a 4.6 Megawatt cogeneration facility which produces electricity from high pressure natural gas of #2 fuel oil. Additionally, this position performs preventive maintenance.
Major duties
Operate and maintain a 4,600 kw combustion turbine generator (CTG) with a Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) including generation of electricity to supply the Base. Starts, operates, adjusts, and stops multiple fuel power boilers fueled by fossil fuel and natural gas or a combination of these fuels, steam driven turbines, pumps, auxiliary pollution control and other equipment in high pressure steam central boiler plant. Starts, operates, adjusts, and stops multiple fuel high tonnage chillers fueled by electricity, natural gas, and steam, or a combination of these fuels, cooling towers, turbines, pumps, auxiliary pollution control and other equipment to provide chilled water for cooling and process functions. Performs various operational repairs and preventive maintenance on boilers, chillers, cogeneration equipment, auxiliary, pollution control equipment. Collects water samples and tests feed water, boiler water, and condensate using standard chemical tests; determines appropriate treatment to control corrosion and chemical concentrations; removes impurities and entrapped gases; and stabilizes fluctuating water conditions. Utilizes safety practices, rules, regulations, and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
What you need to qualify
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. 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 Ability To Do The Work Of The Position 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: Knowledge of technical practices in order to operate, monitor and perform various operational repairs and preventive maintenance on gas turbine generators with Heat Recovery Steam Generators, auxiliary boiler, steam turbine generators, electrical switchgear and all supporting equipment. Knowledge of technical practices in order to perform various operational repairs and preventive maintenance on dual fuel chillers and all auxiliary equipment, and pollution control equipment. Knowledge of equipment such as single or multiple fuel power boilers fueled by coal, oil, refuse-derived-fuel, wood, or a combination of these fuels, steam turbines, controls, auxiliary pollution control and other equipment in a steam or high temperature hot water boiler plant. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. Skill in the use of measuring instruments such as gauges, meters, recorders, analog displays, and computer generated data to determine operational status and make necessary adjustments. Skill in dismantling, repairing, and reassembling pumps, to include balancing, aligning and maintaining turbines, pumps, generators and preheaters 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.
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