Utility Systems Repairer Operator (Seasonal)
What you'd do
This position is located in Seasonal Staffing Office-Pacific West Region, the positions will assist permanent staff. Open to the first 30 applicants or until 07/20/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration. Anticipated Entry on Duty: October 2026
Major duties
Performs Utility Systems Repairer-Operator (USRO) duties such as: Responsible for learning the proper methods of operation, monitoring, and maintenance of water treatment facilities, storage and distribution systems which provide between 500 and 50,000 gallons per day for public and domestic use. Responsible for learning the proper methods for the efficient operation, maintenance, repair, and monitoring of an Activated Sludge/Extended Aeration Treatment plant with state-of-the-art treatment processes under the direct supervision of the lead USRO. Under the direct supervision of the lead USRO, you will learn proper methods for operations and daily operator maintenance techniques for various kinds of water and wastewater treatment equipment.
What you need to qualify
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors by the closing date this job announcement: Ability to do the work of a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator WG-07 without more than normal supervision (Screen out): the repair, maintenance and operation of utility systems related to water, wastewater, and plumbing. Starting, stopping, and regulating the utility or utilities for optimum efficiency and troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing them. Performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on utility systems related to water production and treatment. Diagnosing plumbing, water production and distribution issues. Interpreting building plans, specifications, work orders, oral instructions, diagrams, and guides to plan and lay out various systems and equipment. In addition, you will need the following: Water Treatment License, Water Distribution License, or Wastewater Operator License (SCREEN OUT): You must possess and maintain either a valid Grade 1 (or greater) Water Treatment T-1 License, a valid Grade 1 (or greater) Water Distribution D-1 License, or a valid Grade 1 Wastewater Operator WW-1 License from a U.S. State or Territory by the closing date of this announcement. Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. Knowledge of materials Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: 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). 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. CTAP/ICTAP Statement: Current surplus and current or former displaced Federal individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well qualified means that the applicant meets the following: OPM qualification standards for the position; all selective placement factors, where applicable; special qualifying conditions that OPM has approved for the position, where applicable; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and is rated by the organization at least at the well qualified level on all competencies.
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