Volunteer (Non-Paid) Position - Portland Utility Board
City of Portland
Posted: February 25, 2026 (1 day ago)
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United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
South Carolina
Salary
$33.12 - $38.63
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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This job involves operating and maintaining large boilers, chillers, and energy control systems to keep heating and cooling running smoothly at a military base in South Carolina.
You'll handle repairs on related equipment like pumps and motors, often working indoors but sometimes in tough spots with safety gear.
It's a good fit for someone with hands-on experience in utility systems who can work independently under basic supervision and doesn't mind physical tasks.
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA to meet Critical Hiring Needs for recruitment and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
About the Position: This is a PERMANENT position as an Utility Systems Repairer - Operator (Motor Vehicle Operator) with the Directorate of Public Works, Fort Jackson, SC.
Who May Apply: US Citizens 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).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required.
However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) UTILITY SYSTEMS REPAIRER - OPERATOR (MVO) ~ without more than normal supervision.
I have the ability to perform common operation and performing maintenance on boilers over 250 hp and centrifugal chillers over 500 tons.
I can utilize and perform maintenance on an energy management control system (EMCS) that is used to control chilled water systems and hot water systems; operated and performed maintenance on all support systems which include but not limited to, cooling towers, variable frequency drives, pumps, motors, motor control centers, valves, pneumatics, etc.
I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed.
- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT. Handles and carries tools, equipment and testing devices that seldom weigh over 50 pounds.
Work is normally performed at sites where most of the equipment can be reached from the floor or ladders.
The incumbent may occasionally use platforms, scaffolding, hoists, holders and pulleys in performing the work.
The position requires frequent standing, walking and climbing and occasional stooping, bending, kneeling and work in tiring or uncomfortable positions. WORKING CONDITIONS.
Most of the work is performed inside. Occasionally work is performed outside on top of tall buildings and in cramped areas with low overheads.
The incumbent is exposed to gas, smoke, ash, scalding water, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas, oil and sulfur fumes and toxic refrigerants.
Goggles, respirators, heavy aprons, hard hats, protective gloves, facemasks and protective clothing are provided to mitigate the adverse conditions and exposure to known hazards. Major Duties:
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