About this role
Job SummaryNIST is seeking a Utility Systems Repairer Operator to operate, troubleshoot, and repair multiple large-scale, industrial utility systems simultaneously to maximize efficiency and prevent operational downtime.
QualificationsThere is no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform the duties, as described in this announcement, screen out element(i.e. without more than normal supervision). Applicants must meet the screen out elements and achieve an overall score of at least fifty (50%) or higher 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration
Major DutiesIn this position, you will: Work a rotating shift schedule and perform maintenance activities as required. Operate and maintain central utility plant equipment with minimal supervision. Perform a variety of duties assigned by the Shift Supervisor to support continuous plant operations. Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain four high-pressure steam generators producing 44,000 pounds of steam per hour at 150 psi. Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain two high-pressure steam generators producing 80,000 pounds of steam per hour at 150 psi. Operate and maintain four centrifugal electric motor-driven air compressors supplying compressed air at 110 psi. Operate and maintain four 3,500-ton electric-driven York centrifugal chillers and two 3,500-ton electric-driven York YD chillers. Operate, monitor, and maintain associated auxiliary equipment supporting steam, chilled water, and compressed air systems. Operate and maintain an 8-megawatt cogeneration system, including a natural gas-driven turbine and Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG). Monitor and maintain the Heat Recovery Steam Generator, capable of producing 80,000 pounds of steam per hour at 150 psi, to ensure reliable and efficient utility plant operations.