Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Full Job Description

This career/career-conditional appointment is located in Shenandoah National Park, in the Facilities Management Division, Water/Wastewater Branch.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the relief operator for the Shenandoah NP Wastewater Treatment Plants performing water and wastewater treatment duties.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualifications System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118-C) will be used in determining applicants' qualifications.

There is no specific length of training or experience required; however, you must be able to demonstrate through the experience shown in your written resume and your responses to the questionnaire that you possess the competencies to perform the duties of this position without more than normal supervision.

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) Technical practices Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.

Use of measuring instruments Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.

Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment Knowledge of materials SCREEN OUT: From lead/supervisor instructions performs as a relief wastewater treatment plant operator to assure the effluent meets state and federal agency requirements; performs laboratory tests to assure regulatory compliance and submit reports; experience performing various grounds, painting, water treatment, plumbing and electrical (replacement in kind) repairs.

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration.

In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job.

Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone.

Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.

Volunteer Experience: 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. Major Duties:

This position is located in the Water & Wastewater Treatment Unit, Division of Facilities Management at Shenandoah National Park.

The primary duties are performed throughout Shenandoah National Park serving as a relief operator of the wastewater treatment plants.

This position is an entry level position and does not require a water or wastewater license prior to hiring.

Initial duties include: Follows the directions of the lead operator and/or the Utility Systems Repairer-Operator Supervisor to perform water and wastewater treatment work.

Collect and process samples in a certified laboratory governed by a regulatory agency. Back-up responsibilities for water treatment in potable water systems throughout Shenandoah National Park.

Follow verbal/written instructions to make adjustments throughout the processes to achieve a maximum efficiency of treatment within established guidelines.

Follow verbal/written instructions to vary the treatment processes in accordance with daily testing results to achieve the requirements of the permit.

Perform preventative, recurring and minor corrective maintenance on pumps and other mechanical equipment.

Read and comprehend technical books, articles, periodicals, regulatory permits and instructions for water and wastewater treatment.

Use internet browser and word processing, spreadsheet, and database software programs to complete forms and monitoring reports.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: A Virginia Class 4 Wastewater Treatment License must be attained within 1-year of start date in this position.

A Virginia Class 6 Water Treatment License must be attained within 2-years of start date in this position.

With the required license you will be required to exercise independent judgement related to the daily operations of a wastewater treatment plant and water treatment systems.

This position is a Career-Seasonal position and subject to release and recall procedures.

A permanent career-seasonal position includes all the benefits of permanent employment but does not provide employment on a full year-round basis.

As such, selectee will be in a non-pay/non-duty status for at least 2 weeks to 6 months per year based on project requirements or weather conditions.

Selectee is guaranteed to work full-time at least 6 months per year but not more than 50 weeks per year.

The typical season for Shenandoah National Park is March through mid-December but can be variable during these months due to project requirements or weather conditions.

POSITION LOCATION: Shenandoah National Park preserves and protects more than 300 square miles of nationally significant natural and cultural resources, scenic beauty, and congressionally designated wilderness within Virginia's northern Blue Ridge Mountains; and provides a broad range of opportunities for public enjoyment, recreation, inspiration, and stewardship.

Within just 90 miles of Washington D.C. the Park provides visitors the ability to explore mountain peaks, hidden hollows, cascading streams, accessible wilderness, and stunning natural beauty.

Approximately 40% of the Park is designated wilderness with over 500 miles of hiking trails and the iconic Skyline Drive, SHEN was established as an eastern Park that provided a "western Park experience".

Due to the Park's easy accessibility to D.C and other highly populated areas along the east coast, visitation exceeds 1.4 million visitors annually which results in significant resource protection and visitor management issues and incidents.