Utility Systems Repair Operator

Utility Systems Repair Operator

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location(s): Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Salary Range: $30.63 - $35.71 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position, located at the Oklahoma City VA HCS, Facilities Management Service, is responsible for maintenance, repair, and operation and all associated equipment located in the Facility.

Major Duties:

• Major duties include but are not limited to: Maintains and repairs boilers and associated equipment. Maintains and repairs air conditioning plant equipment. Provides emergency repairs to maintain the safe, continuous supply of utility services to the facility. Utilizes and understands the air conditioning refrigeration theory. Determines proper amounts of chemicals to prevent corrosion and scale formations of boilers. Performs water analysis of tower water for chlorine, and ensures that water treatment is maintained in accordance with established recommendations. Interprets equipment manuals for gaining information to effectively assemble or repair equipment. Interprets and creates work orders. Interprets proper practices/instructions suggested by manufacturer's and trade standards. Maintains, monitors, and adjust chillers to insure efficient operation. Maintains and efficient operates the air conditioning plant equipment. Monitors, maintains and makes environmental adjustments to equipment. Uses chemicals to prevent corrosion and scale formations of boilers. Uses reagents for performing water analysis. Uses various material for repairs to all plant systems. Monitors flow meters and charts and adjusts air/fuel ratios. Collects and records boiler feed water, and condensate chemical concentrations of causticity, alkalinity, pH, phosphonates, sulfite, conductivity, and hardness. Checks and adjusts feedwater pumps, pressure reducing valves, gas and oil burners, feedwater temperatures, water softeners, and all other associated equipment to maintain optimum efficiency. Work Schedule: Variable (swing, nights, weekends and holidays) Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repair Operator/PD12756A Physical Requirements: Subject to sustain physical exertion and must be in good physical condition. When performing maintenance or repairs, may be required to lift heavy pieces of equipment or work in cramped or awkward positions for extended periods. Subject to frequent walking, standing, and climbing, while checking or working on equipment. Must have good eyesight in order to detect problems on gauges, sight glasses, and other instrument controls from a reasonable distance.

Qualifications: To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. Preferred Experience: Must have Boiler Plant Experience SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibility are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/11/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12946943. 1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. 2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Application Deadline: 2026-05-11