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

Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$32/hr - $37/hr

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator to perform work primarily involving the repair and operation of various utility systems at the Cincinnati Medical Center. The role includes troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing systems such as air conditioning, medical gas, and electrical distribution systems.

GovernmentMedicalNational SecurityPublic Safety

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Routinely - the incumbent operates - troubleshoots - maintains - and repairs utility systems including but not limited to the following: Air Conditioning Systems - This includes (3 750 ton Carrier Chillers - 1000 ton York Chiller (2) 210 ton twin - (1) 25 ton - (2) 15 ton - and (2) 10 ton chillers in the medical center and a central chilled water A/C plant - numerous packaged units and associated controls - along with pumps - fans - and air handling units

The main control system includes computer terminals - printers - and numerous control and monitor points throughout the medical center

Pneumatic Tube System - This includes the computer operated and monitors system

Also includes the air operating system and all terminals throughout the medical center

Medical Gas Systems - These systems include the liquid oxygen - medical air - and medical vacuum - nitrogen - and nitrous oxide systems with associated piping - controls - valves - and compressors

Steam Distribution System - This system includes all piping - valves - regulators - converters - and economizers associated with steam distribution and condensate return for heating - cooking - cleaning - and sterilization purposes

Water Distribution Systems - These systems include all components of the domestic cold and hot water systems - fire protection - deionizer water systems - and the sewage and wastewater disposal systems

Electrical Distribution System - This system includes all components of the electrical distribution system including incoming 13 - 200 volt feeders - transformers - circuit breakers - receptacles - and (5) Emergency generators with KW's ranging from 225KW to 440KW at the medical center used for emergency power

Natural Gas Distribution System - This system includes all piping - valves - and booster pumps associated with natural gas used for heating and cooking

Vertical Transportation Systems - This includes dumbwaiters - and elevators and their controls

Also includes passenger rescue

Refrigeration Systems - This includes all refrigerator and freezer units and their components - such as compressors - condensers - and piping

Miscellaneous Communication Systems - This includes the master antenna television (MATV) system - overhead paging - nurse call systems - and fire alarm system

Work Schedule: Rotating Shift - Hours/Days discussed during Interview

Virtual: This is not a virtual position

Position Description/PD#: Utility Systems Repairer-Operator/PD05125A Physical Requirements: The incumbent must be in a satisfactory physical and mental condition and fit for duty at all times - excluding body maintenance items

He/she will be required to bend - stoop - crawl - walk - climb - jump - and lift heavy objects for moderate time durations

His/her efforts will vary depending on the task to be performed

Qualification

Utility Systems RepairEquipment OperationBlueprint ReadingChemical HandlingElectrical Systems KnowledgeProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Required

Evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position

Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision

Equipment Assembly - Installation - Repair

Interpret Instructions - Specifications (includes blueprint reading)

Measuring Instruments

Motor Vehicles Operation of Equipment/Machinery

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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social)

Ability to work independently on a rotating shift plan

Ability to mix and handle chemicals for chilled water treatment

Ability to work in varying degrees of temperature

Ability to work on ladders - platforms - mechanical rooms - and carry heavy objects up and down stairs

Must be in a satisfactory physical and mental condition and fit for duty at all times

Company

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