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Seasonal Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Interior, South Dakota, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$30.79/hr - $35.92/hr

Badlands National Park is seeking a Seasonal Utility Systems Repairer-Operator to install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, upgrade, repair, and calibrate a variety of utility systems. This role requires journey level skills and involves moderately complex maintenance requirements.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, modify, overhaul, test, calibrate and install a variety of multi-component industrial and precision instruments and equipment. The equipment and systems normally serviced are interdependent electrical, mechanical and hydraulic devices which control and regulate flows, pressures and levels, such as magnetic and differential pressure flowmeter, sonic meters, turbidimeter and other equipment that measure and record operating parameters

Install, repair and calibrate analyzers for turbidity, chlorine and pH as well as the trend recorders associated with these analyzers

Troubleshoot and functionally test equipment to isolate defective components and perform repairs, adjusting and replacing parts as required

Use operating principles, blueprints, diagrams, technical manuals, test equipment and trade tools

Work with various machinery including reciprocating pumps, centrifugal pumps, sewage grinders and electrical motors

Repair machinery by replacing bent shafts, bearing, etc

Perform electrical testing of motors and other components checking continuity, ohms resistance, voltage and amperage using multimeters, meggers and continuity testers

Maintain and troubleshoot systems ranging from large primary voltages to small millivolt/milliamp digital circuit boards, and touch screen equipment

Qualification

Utility systems maintenanceTroubleshooting skillsEquipment calibrationBlueprint readingUse of measuring instrumentsTechnical practicesMaterialsTool maintenanceWork independently

Required

U.S. Citizenship required

Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication

Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males

Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program

You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided

You may be required to work overtime hours

Applicants must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program

Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)

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

Experience includes the operation and maintenance of a water treatment facility, wastewater treatment facility, or a major utility system related to water and wastewater production and treatment

Can perform day to day activities for process control, lab testing, repairs, and preventative maintenance without assistance

Familiar with the monitoring requirements for potable water

Led or supervised other workers in the performance of their work in this area

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.