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Conditions of employment
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:
1. Aid in the supervision of potable water treatment and distribution; 2. Maintain plant logs, laboratory records, and quality control records to document operation and maintenance of a surface water treatment plant; 3. Operate valves, high service pumps, and adjust chemical feed rates to maintain correct disinfection ratio, turbidity, pH balance, and fluoride concentration; 4. Observe readings on gauges, meters, detectors, recorders, or computer generated and analog displays to detect issues in treatment operations; and 5. Knowledge of water industry regulatory issues and responsibilities.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/classifying-federal-wage-system-positions/standards/5400/fws5409.pdf.
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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Must successfully complete initial training and testing, continuous learning training and maintain a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class C Water Distribution License, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class II Wastewater Collection License and a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester License. Must possess and maintain a state vehicle operator's license.
Frequently handles objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts and carries objects weighing more than 50 pounds, usually with assistance. Moderate effort is required to turn valves and controls. Considerable driving to and from various locations to check equipment both on and off the installation. Occasionally climbs ladders and stairs.
Works 50% of the time indoors and 50% outdoors, often in inclement weather. Exposed to noise, rotating machinery, dirt, grease, chemicals, oils and fumes. Subject to cuts, bruises, broken bones, electrical shocks and burns. Follows safe work practices using provided safety equipment such as face shields, gloves, steel toe shoes, hearing and eye protection. Incumbent will be required to be fit tested for full face respirator.
Observes all safety precautions and wears appropriate personal protective equipment as required. Responds to hazardous material spills as required.
The selection is contingent upon a negative drug test result and thereafter the individual will be subject to testing on a random basis as an incumbent of the Testing Designated Position (TOP).
The incumbent will be assigned to a Disaster Response Team and may be required to be onboard in a working status before, during and immediately following any natural or manmade disaster. The incumbent will remain on board until relieved by the Public Works Shop Supervisor.
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Several vacancies may be filled.
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.
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- You will be in charge of the potable and non-potable water systems in accordance with established federal, state, DOD and DON regulations, procedures and instructions.
- You will perform routine distribution system flushing, operator maintenance and accomplishes minor repairs such as replacing gaskets, bearings, piping, pump motors and packing.
- You will be required to read meters, gauges, record dates and submit reports.
- You will draw water samples according to the established sampling plan from pre-determined locations for total chlorine, mono-chloramine, free ammonia, nitrite, nitrate, total coliform and bacteriological content ensuring proper residual levels.
- You will recognize and analyze malfunctions of sewage lift stations and associated conveyance systems and is responsible for taking immediate correction action and informing supervisor of the malfunction.
- You will inspect backflow assembly installation ensuring they meet applicable plumbing codes and rules.
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Conditions of employment
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- This is a bargaining unit position.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license.
- You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
- This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
- You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
- You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
- This position is considered Key/Emergency-Essential. You will be required to provide immediate and continuing support to ensure the success of combat operations or the availability of combat-essential systems.
- This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
- This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.
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:
1. Aid in the supervision of potable water treatment and distribution; 2. Maintain plant logs, laboratory records, and quality control records to document operation and maintenance of a surface water treatment plant; 3. Operate valves, high service pumps, and adjust chemical feed rates to maintain correct disinfection ratio, turbidity, pH balance, and fluoride concentration; 4. Observe readings on gauges, meters, detectors, recorders, or computer generated and analog displays to detect issues in treatment operations; and 5. Knowledge of water industry regulatory issues and responsibilities.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/classifying-federal-wage-system-positions/standards/5400/fws5409.pdf.
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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Must successfully complete initial training and testing, continuous learning training and maintain a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class C Water Distribution License, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class II Wastewater Collection License and a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester License. Must possess and maintain a state vehicle operator's license.
Frequently handles objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts and carries objects weighing more than 50 pounds, usually with assistance. Moderate effort is required to turn valves and controls. Considerable driving to and from various locations to check equipment both on and off the installation. Occasionally climbs ladders and stairs.
Works 50% of the time indoors and 50% outdoors, often in inclement weather. Exposed to noise, rotating machinery, dirt, grease, chemicals, oils and fumes. Subject to cuts, bruises, broken bones, electrical shocks and burns. Follows safe work practices using provided safety equipment such as face shields, gloves, steel toe shoes, hearing and eye protection. Incumbent will be required to be fit tested for full face respirator.
Observes all safety precautions and wears appropriate personal protective equipment as required. Responds to hazardous material spills as required.
The selection is contingent upon a negative drug test result and thereafter the individual will be subject to testing on a random basis as an incumbent of the Testing Designated Position (TOP).
The incumbent will be assigned to a Disaster Response Team and may be required to be onboard in a working status before, during and immediately following any natural or manmade disaster. The incumbent will remain on board until relieved by the Public Works Shop Supervisor.
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Several vacancies may be filled.
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.
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