POWER PLANT SHIFT OPERATOR
What you'd do
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce. About the Position: Serves as a Power Plant Shift Operator and is the operator-in-charge during an assigned shift at a single operator multiple purpose power project. During other than day shifts and on weekends and holidays, performs as the senior employee at the project, and serves as the Operating Project Manager's representative.
Major duties
Responsible for operation, inspection, and servicing of powerhouse equipment. Assume responsibility for completion of work tasks in a manner which will ensure safety of self, others, and equipment. Prepare clearances under the general overall direction of supervisory staff. Maintain security surveillance of the project.
What you need to qualify
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) POWER PLANT SHIFT OPERATOR~ without more than normal supervision. Must have the ability to perform common tasks of a Power Plant Shift Operator in a power producing plant of 40-megawatt generation capability or larger. Must have the ability to take sole command of any normal or abnormal power plant operation problem to execute a desirable solution such as could be exhibited in a recovery from a power blackout in the plant. Work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Eye and hand coordination required to operate switches and controls. Job requires extensive walking, standing, and climbing vertical and inclined ladders and stairs. Is required to operate large valves, apply servolocks, lift deck hatches and other jobs requiring pulling or turning force. Lifts and carries equipment and supplies frequently up to, and occasionally over 45 pounds. Work requires prolonged standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, pushing, and kneeling. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works on a rotating shift, inside, in well-lighted, work areas. Works outdoors for short periods with exposure to climate extremes. Occasionally works in proximity to high voltages and currents. Incumbent is often exposed to equipment and machinery noises, and is subject to the discomfort of wearing safety equipment such as hard-hats, ear plugs, and respirators. Must wear appropriate safety equipment and protective clothing and successfully complete and maintain all occupational health requirements.
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