- Position Title
- Boiler Plant Operator Helper
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBST-12719436-25-AB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, April 16, 2025 to Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from 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 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,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; 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.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
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.
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
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
- Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
2.
I authorize my application information being shared with hiring managers for similar positions. I understand this option may not result in further consideration for additional positions nor will it impact my application for this announcement.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this position with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Select the appropriate answer to the following question based on your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your answers are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of your knowledge or skills as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
(Screen-Out) Ability to perform the work of the position without more than normal supervision: Do you have the ability to perform the work of the position without more than normal supervision? From the descriptions listed below, select the appropriate response that best describes your past work or training performance (must be reflected in your resume).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Maintains, repairs and makes adjustment to the automatic chemical feed system
3.
Operates, maintains and repairs oil pumps, including filters, pre-heaters and metering devices
4.
Inspects, observes, troubleshoots removes, checks for wear, clean, replace, repair, adjust, test and maintain complicated boiler plant systems and equipment to critical and rigid specifications and tolerances.
5.
Maintains a concise and accurate narrative log on plant conditions and communicating plant status to supervisor, mechanics, and next shift operator.
6.
Applies a comprehensive knowledge of the principles and theories pertaining to combustion, heat transfer and all operational phases of boiler plant operations.
7.
Applies a thorough knowledge and understanding of standard practices and applicable codes.
8.
Maintains constant observation of low meters and charts to determine how much steam is being produced
9.
Uses measuring instruments such as gauges, meters, recorders and computer generated data to determine operation status and make necessary adjustments.
10.
Determines proper amount of chemicals to be added to the boiler and amount of time needed to blow down excess solids.
11.
Maintains steam pressure when fuel change overs occur due to drops in natural gas pressure from cold weather
12.
Adheres to repair manuals to properly complete required repairs
13.
Interprets diagrams, drawings, and operational manuals.
14.
Performs routine house-keeping duties maintaining a safe, clean and orderly work environment.
15.
Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing
16.
Alerts to potential hazards and takes precautions to protect self and others.
17.
Makes adjustments to operating systems, equipment and controls determining the need for shutting down or firing up additional boilers.
18.
Operates all boiler plant and auxiliary equipment to meet changing demands.
19.
Operates three 250-HP fire tube four pass high-pressure boilers.