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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · 1 month ago

Utility Systems Repairer/Operator

Salt Lake City, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$32/hr - $37/hr

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Utility Systems Repairer/Operator responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the facility's boiler plant and auxiliary utility systems. This position involves shift-level responsibility as the operator in charge, ensuring the safe and efficient functioning of the boiler systems.

GovernmentMedicalNational SecurityPublic Safety

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Duties - Utility Systems Repairer Operator responsibilities include but are not limited to: Journeyman-level acquired training and/or experience in the repair and operation of boilers and auxiliary equipment in plants of this size

Broad knowledge of all phases of boiler plant operation and be able to use that knowledge to grasp the interrelations between the various processes found in the boiler plant and associated systems

A proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints - schematics - and diagrams

An analytical ability when it comes to taking logs - viewing trends - and interpreting what the data means and how it can help predict situations that may be occurring so that they operator can anticipate changes before they possibly become catastrophic

The ability to select and use proper hand tools - power tools - and test equipment used for maintenance and repairs

Computer skills to be able to navigate the Siemens and Johnson Controls panels - the VistA Work Order System - as well as the ability to proficiently use the Microsoft Office suite of programs

The ability to complete their required duties in a timely manner - without mistakes - with little to no supervision

Excellent customer service and communication skills when working with both hospital staff and other engineering trade personnel

Operating all controls of the boiler plant in both automatic and manual modes of operation - as the situation requires

Perform hourly rounds on equipment and recording readings in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures

Maintain the Boiler Plant Logbooks and records and providing proper shift turnover to oncoming Operator

Operate and monitor graphic control systems and various metering systems for the boiler plant

Analyze the chemistry of the boiler water - feed water - water softening - and condensate systems using standard chemical tests

If any of these tests are found to be out of specification - take required actions to correct the discrepancy - which can include adjusting the pumps or modifying the electronic control system

Communicate with appropriate personnel per medical center policy concerning station fire alarms - disaster notification and various other alarm systems

Performing various housekeeping functions within the boiler plant

Operation - as needed - of the three 30 -000-gallon below-ground propane storage tanks - the associated air mixing equipment - and all metering and monitoring equipment

Monitoring the Sensodyne Gas Detection system for any potential buildup of combustible gasses or carbon monoxide in the boiler plant - propane yard - or co-gen plant spaces

Ensure that all boilers and associated equipment are operated IAW manufacturer recommendations and VA Boiler Plant Operations policies

Other duties as assigned

Work Schedule: 8hr shifts weekdays - 12hr shifts weekends - Rotating Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repairer/Operator/PD13765-A Incentive: Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be authorized

Physical Requirements: Physical Requirements: The job can require moderate to strenuous effort and long periods of walking - standing - climbing - bending - and crouching

When performing repairs - they may occasionally work from scaffolds and platforms and may perform strenuous work while standing - sitting - or lying down

Workers frequently lift and carry parts - tools - chemical supplies - or other equipment weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted - and may sometimes be required to move items weighing over that amount with the assistance of other workers or weight handling equipment

They will also be required to work a rotating shift schedule - which can be arduous

Working Conditions: Generally works indoors but may occasionally work outside for short periods where they could be exposed to inclement weather conditions

They can be subject to high temperatures - constant noise - rotating machinery - chemicals - and other hazards

While doing maintenance and repairs - they are also exposed to the potential for cuts - abrasions - burns - and other potential contacts with hazards

To minimize the dangers from these and other similar conditions - they must follow all prescribed safety guidelines and wear all appropriate personal protective equipment

Qualification

Boiler operationBlueprint readingAnalytical skillsChemical analysisComputer skillsCustomer serviceUse of hand toolsUse of power toolsUse of test equipmentCommunication skills

Required

Evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the duties of this position

Journeyman-level acquired training and/or experience in the repair and operation of boilers and auxiliary equipment in plants of this size

Broad knowledge of all phases of boiler plant operation and the ability to grasp the interrelations between the various processes found in the boiler plant and associated systems

Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and diagrams

Analytical ability to take logs, view trends, and interpret data to anticipate changes before they possibly become catastrophic

Ability to select and use proper hand tools, power tools, and test equipment used for maintenance and repairs

Computer skills to navigate Siemens and Johnson Controls panels, the VistA Work Order System, and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Ability to complete required duties in a timely manner, without mistakes, with little to no supervision

Excellent customer service and communication skills when working with hospital staff and other engineering trade personnel

Ability to operate all controls of the boiler plant in both automatic and manual modes of operation

Ability to perform hourly rounds on equipment and record readings in accordance with facility's policies and procedures

Ability to maintain the Boiler Plant Logbooks and records and provide proper shift turnover to oncoming Operator

Ability to operate and monitor graphic control systems and various metering systems for the boiler plant

Ability to analyze the chemistry of the boiler water, feed water, water softening, and condensate systems using standard chemical tests

Ability to take required actions to correct discrepancies found in tests, which can include adjusting pumps or modifying electronic control systems

Ability to communicate with appropriate personnel per medical center policy concerning station fire alarms, disaster notification, and various other alarm systems

Ability to perform various housekeeping functions within the boiler plant

Ability to operate the three 30,000-gallon below-ground propane storage tanks and associated equipment as needed

Ability to monitor the Sensodyne Gas Detection system for potential buildup of combustible gases or carbon monoxide

Ability to ensure that all boilers and associated equipment are operated in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and VA Boiler Plant Operations policies

Benefits

Recruitment or Relocation Incentive may be authorized

Company

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