WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR en Department of the Navy

Secret

Duties

You will follow prescribed regulations concerning reading meters and gauges to maintain efficient wastewater treatment processes.,You will analyze malfunctions of a sewage water treatment plant or associated conveyance systems to identify immediate corrective action.,You will record readings of meters and gauges of equipment and process units through observation and testing of plant operations.,You will maintain optimum chemical dosages to a potable water system.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1) Monitor, maintain, and control the operation of wastewater treatment processes and related equipment; 2) Interpret specifications and shop manuals to diagnose and repair water treatment plant equipment; 3) Run routine operational wastewater tests to verify compliance with state and federal regulations; 4) Maintain all necessary records of operation and maintenance data. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/ federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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. Must have a current and valid State of Texas Class "B" Wastewater Treatment Facility License and a Class "D" Public Water System Operator License. Certifications must be documented in your resume and attached to your application package.

Other Information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service A forty hour work week is typical of this position. This position is at the full performance level. Recruitment incentives may be authorized to eligible new hires. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Physical Effort: Work requires walking and standing on concrete floors; climbing stairways and ladders, frequently unloading, stacking or emptying of chemicals and compounds into feeders and tanks; turning of valves and controls; and frequent handling of objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds. Incumbent is required to push, pull, reach, walk, stand, crouch, kneel and climb substantial periods of time. Incumbent uses hands, arms, feet, and legs while operating motor vehicle. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside, during day and night in all kinds of weather. Worker is exposed to various hazards such as noise, unpleasant odors, gases, fumes, hazardous materials, biological hazards, chemicals, moving objects, and sharp edges. There is danger of skin injury and infection while performing duties. Work assignments involve thorough knowledge of hazardous materials handling and related activities. Incumbent is required to successfully complete a variety of hazardous material classes. There is danger of falling into open tanks, pits, manholes, etc., falling off catwalks, and ladders; and exposure to mechanical injury while inspecting, checking and repairing moving and rotating equipment. Cuts, bruises and broken bones may result form accidents while working around machinery or while climbing equipment. Position is required to work in confined spaces and must observe all safety requirements for confined spaces. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.