- Position Title
- Utility Systems Operator Supervisor
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- PW-1547-DEVA-24-12534451-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, September 12, 2024 to Wednesday, September 25, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Utility Systems Operator Supervisor WS-5406-09 position. Your responses to this questionnaire in conjunction with other portions of your completed application will be evaluated to determine your qualifications. Please carefully read the instructions before submitting your responses. The resume or application materials you submit must support the answers you provide on the questionnaire. If they do not, you may be found not qualified, or you may be placed in a lower quality category.
ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE (SCREEN OUT)
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience requirements for a Utility Systems Operator Supervisor WS-5406-09 position. Read all of the responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
OPERATION OF WATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Calibrate, trouble shoot and repair telemetry and control instruments such as grinders, blowers, pumps, flocculators, mechanical and static mixers for solutions, chemical metering pumps, chlorinators (gas and solutions), contact clarifiers, basins, lift stations, heating systems, collection systems consisting of gravity and force mains, and water distribution systems with pressure exceeding 70 psi.
3.
Apply Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), US Public Health Service (USPHS), and state health regulations in water and wastewater treatment plant duties.
4.
Use water and wastewater treatment math, theory, and practices while performing water and wastewater duties.
5.
Monitor gauges, meters, recorders, control panels, and programmable controllers.
6.
Control pumps, meters, and gauges to maintain treated water levels in potable water storage tanks.
KNOWLEDGE OF EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION REPAIR, ETC.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Service pumps, motors, valves, plant controls, and lab equipment.
8.
Assemble, install and repair pipes, fittings, fixtures, defective parts, and connections for galvanized, black iron, ABS, PVC, PEX, copper pipe and tubing.
9.
Repair mechanical equipment such as pumps, blowers, compressors, and generators.
10.
Understanding of electrical equipment and other Instruments/equipment used in water treatment plants, water plants, and other specific utility systems.
11.
Interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, and specifications in several trades.
12.
Use technical manuals and manufacturers' instructions for the repair, maintenance, and operation of equipment.
DEXTERITY AND SAFETY
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Determine the necessary personnel, tools, material, and equipment required to accomplish assignments effectively, safely and efficiently.
14.
Ensure that Natural and Cultural Resource compliance documents are prepared and entered into the Planning, Environment and Public Comment (PEPC) compliance program (or similar program) and are approved for affected work unit projects.
15.
Review proposed projects to identify the feasibility of and opportunities for sharing resources, bundling of work orders into larger projects, and other means of achieving cost efficiency.
16.
Implement procedures to ensure accurate entry, tracking, and reporting of information concerning facilities maintenance and asset condition.
USE OF MEASURING INSTRUMENTS
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Collect and record data related to life cycle, deferred and preventative maintenance, and cost estimates.
18.
Utilize guidelines such as facility branch guidelines, contract documents, engineering guides, manufacturer's catalogs, estimating guides, OSHA standards, and other technical and job-related literature to perform work in facility maintenance.
19.
Take independent actions when water quality decreases below acceptable standards.
20.
Insure proper disinfecting and operation of wastewater collection system.
21.
Keep and maintain official records and monthly reports using computerized spreadsheets and written logbooks.
22.
Work with hazardous chemicals and compounds and potentially dangerous equipment.
ABILITY TO INTERPRET INSTRUCTIONS, SPECIFICATION, ETC. (OTHER THAN BLUEPRINT READING)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Act as a Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR), or interact with contracting officers, vendors and contractors on construction, rehabilitation, maintenance contracts and procurement issues.
24.
Perform spot checks of work completed by the utilities branch to ensure accuracy.
25.
Ensure employees inspect and calibrate testing equipment for accuracy.
26.
Develop, review, and update Safety Plans, Standard Operating Procedures, and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA's).
27.
Identify and implement work practices that improve energy conservation and cost efficiency.
TECHNICAL PRACTICES (THEORETICAL, PRECISE, ARTISTIC)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
28.
Interact effectively with local management, higher level office personnel, and facility maintenance staff within the organization.
29.
Merge work order data and create facility management proposals using the Project Management Information System (PMIS) or equivalent to develop project funding requests, including project descriptions, justifications, beginning and ending Facility Condition Index, work order types, and cost estimates.
30.
Ensure operational compliance with organizational guidelines, and state and federal regulations concerning natural and cultural resources, building codes, acceptable safety standards/regulations, hazardous
materials/waste, trade and sustainable practices, etc.
materials/waste, trade and sustainable practices, etc.
31.
Use resourcefulness, judgment, and initiative to select and apply regulations, policies, and principles to facility projects.
32.
Promote and support the sustainable use of natural resources, such as reducing the amount of waste generated, purchasing environmentally preferable products, and recycling and reusing materials.
33.
Modify existing plans to adapt to changing priorities and situations.