Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Quick Facts

• Role: Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

• Focus: Repair, operation, and maintenance of chiller plant and Pentagon mechanical utility systems

Description

Perform maintenance, repair, and operation of the RDF Chiller Plant and Pentagon building mechanical utility systems as directed by the Plant Supervisor and/or General Foreman. Lead and train lower-grade employees on safe startup, operation, shutdown, and maintenance; diagnose abnormal conditions; conduct inspection tours; and independently perform corrective and preventive maintenance on chiller, HVAC, heating hot water, compressed air, and irrigation systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train lower-grade employees on safe startup, operation, shutdown, and maintenance

• Diagnose causes of unusual or improper operations and take corrective actions to prevent recurrence

• Inspect equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation; make adjustments and report abnormalities

• Independently perform corrective and preventive maintenance on chiller systems, HVAC systems, domestic and heating hot water systems, compressed air, and irrigation systems

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Selective Service registration/exemption (for eligible males born after 12/31/1959)

• Suitable for federal employment determination

• Complete any required probationary/trial period

• Direct deposit participation

• Pre-employment and random drug testing

• Maintain Universal Refrigerant Technician Certification

• Annual physical exam with medical certification to wear a Negative Pressure Regulator

• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret level clearance (non-critical sensitive)

• Uniform required

• Available 24/7 including weekends, holidays, rotating skills, and government closures

• Occasional travel away from duty station (under 5% annually)

Benefits

A federal benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type and whether the role is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.