Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location(s): Miami, Florida

Salary Range: $30.78 - $35.92 Per Hour

Job Summary: This Position is at a level of competence of a Journeyman in that the employee requires little supervision and has a strong understanding of complex engineering principles and practices. As system orientation and integration of the facilities system operations will be incorporated, the employee must have a full understanding of engineering system concepts to include automation monitoring.

Major Duties:

• Duties include, but are not limited to: Monitor and understand the engineering systems and emergency medical systems throughout the Medical Center by utilizing the Graphic Control Center's Energy Management System. Operate, troubleshoot, maintain and repair a variety of conditions concerning the plant and support machinery to include but not limited to: boilers, chillers, a/c equipment, pumps and variable frequency drives. Interpret the values and meaning represented by gauges, meters and other measuring scales that indicate temperatures, pressures and like devices. Inspect, maintain and repair the air conditioning system, centrifugal compressors and their components used to cool the medical center. Perform various operational repairs of two (2) multiple fuel power boilers and associated auxiliary and pollution control equipment. Monitor and check all operations of safety equipment with the air conditioning and/or boilers as well as the emergency diesel generators. Be proficient in trouble shooting, repairing and/or verbal advise during emergency calls as the Graphic Control Operator, representing the Operations Foreman during off shift hours. Must be able to understand the concept of teamwork and the importance each team member contributes tot he team to make the operation run smoothly. Work Schedule: 7:30am-4:00pm Monday Friday Telework: Not eligible Recruitment/ Relocation Incentives: Not Authorized Position Description Title/PD#: Utility Systems Repairer-Operator/PD06790A

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. 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 eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Mechanics Safety Engineering Teamwork Technical Problem Solving Without more than normal supervision 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 03/30/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12916231. 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: 2026-03-30