Summary The primary purpose of this position is to primarily concerned with safely operating up to six (6) high pressure/superheated steam boilers on the boiler room floor and auxiliary systems at the Central Heat and Power Plant. Responsibilities Performs as the main operator on the boiler room side of the Co-generation plant Starts, operates, adjusts, regulates, tests and stops single or multiple fuel high pressure steam boilers fueled by coal, refuse-derived-fuel (RDF), waste oil or a combination of these fuels and auxiliary pollution control and other systems in a Co-generation plant. Performs various operational repairs and preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on boiler, auxiliary equpment, and pollution control equipment. Utilizes safety practices, rules, regulations and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment. Observes and controls steam pressure and temperature for pressure reducing valves (PRV) and de-superheating system Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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 a WG-5402 BOILER PLANT OPERATOR 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: I Knowledge of technical practices m order to perform various operational repairs and preventive momentane on boilers, auxiliary, and pollution control equipment. Knowledge of Equipment such as single or multiple fuel steam boilers fueled by coal, refuse-derived-fuel, waste oil, or a combination of these fuels and auxiliary pollution control and other equipment ma Co-generation power plant. 2 Know ledge of safety practices and procedures. 3. 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. 4 Ability to operate boilers that produce high pressure and superheated steam, and to perform preventive maintenance and various operational repairs on them without more than normal supervision. 5. Ability to operate auxiliary and pollution control equipment in a Co-generation power plant. 6. Ability to interpret diagrams, drawings, operating manuals, or special facility procedures to be followed during emergencies, equipment failure, or system malfunctions. Physical Effort Frequently works m confined areas m and around boilers and auxiliary equipment Work requires moderate to strenuous physical effort and long periods of walking, standing, climbing, bending and crouching Frequently lifts and carries parts and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally items weighing over 100 pounds with assistance of other workers or weigh handling equipment. Working Conditions Employee normally works indoors Occasionally works outside for short periods When working outside is subject to an arctic environment conditions Employee is subject to high temperature, constant noise, rotating machinery, soot, dirt, ash grease, chemicals, oils and fumes in the work area Subject to cuts and abrasions from use of tools and equipment and burns from acids, caustics, hot water, steam, and contact with pipes and boilers. 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. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. 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