- Position Title
- Utility Systems Repairer-Operator
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- IM-1539-CURE-25-12732778-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, May 8, 2025 to Friday, May 23, 2025
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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
1.
When you applied to this job, did you have any engagement with a National Park Service (NPS) Recruiter?
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 this Utility Systems Repairer-Operator, WG-4742-08 position with the National Park Service. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Read all responses before making your selection. If you do not meet one of these basic requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Ability to do the work of a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator, WG-4742-08 without more than normal supervision.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience requirements for a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator, WG-4742-08. 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 ineligible and will not receive consideration for this position. THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
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.
2.
Use pressures, gear pullers and hydraulic presses
3.
Troubleshoot, repair and adjust components
4.
Troubleshoot, repair and calibrate a variety of multicomponent industrial and precision measurements of instruments
5.
Start/stop pumps, engines, generators to control and adjust treatment processes
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Make electrical repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, tightening or splicing
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.
7.
Lubricate equipment and inspect for malfunctions
8.
Operate equipment to pile or load materials (backhoe, dump truck, front-end loader, forklift)
9.
Maintain accurate reporting logs for records and reports
10.
Monitor Gauges, meters, control panels and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems
11.
Develop and maintain sampling plans for various analytes and correspond with State and Federal water quality control agencies
12.
Conduct sampling for submission to lab for analysis and adjust processes based on results
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprints reading)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Use manuals to overhaul mechanical equipment
14.
Follow Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manuals
15.
Follow technical manuals and manufacturer's instructions for repair, maintenance and operation of equipment
16.
Work from blueprints or sketches, plans and installs for PVC, copper, ductile, cast iron, etc., under the supervision of Journeymen
17.
Follow industry standards to isolate source of problem when repair issues arise
Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Use and maintain calipers, gauges and/or meters for measuring
19.
Work with laboratory instruments
20.
Use and maintenance of measuring tape, hand threaders, cutters, torches, adjustable wrenches, sewer snakes, blowers, grit collectors, etc.
21.
Use of and maintain power tools (saws, sanders, grinders, air compressors)
22.
Ability to lift, carry and/or handle items up to 100 pounds
Knowledge of Materials
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Identify and use plumbing materials (ductile iron, copper, cast iron, plastic, PVC, steel, High Density Poly Ethylene (HDPE), etc.)
24.
Work with equipment maintenance materials such as filters, lubricants, degreasers, spark plugs, seals, belts, bearings and universal joints
25.
Follow federal and state rules when storing, using, handling, labeling and disposing of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with environmental standards