Air Conditioning Equipment Operator

Description:

This is an open continuous announcement. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager on a weekly basis until position is filled. The incumbent is responsible for the operation of Chiller Plant, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of HVAC equipment and systems which serve the entire Medical Center.

Requirements:

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 .

Related experience includes : Working independently as a journeyman in the Knowledgeable of controls and safety devices and their functions in system, and capable of adjusting controls to meet requirements and desires. A working knowledge of functioning, purpose and location of all equipment in the system operated. Typical examples being centrifugal compressor, engine, condenser, chiller, heat exchangers, water pumps, cooling tower, filters, fans, heating and cooling coils, controls, starters, circuit breakers, valves, etc. Knowing the theory and principles of refrigeration and being capable of applying same to the operation of the plant for maximum efficiency and preventing damage to equipment. Working knowledge of HVAC equipment such as Package units, Ice Machines, Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, Split systems, air handlers, building management system, and temperature/humidity/pressure monitoring systems. This experience must be documented in your resume

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:

• Dexterity and Safety
• Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair
• Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)
• Measuring Instruments
• Operation of Equipment/Machinery
• Technical Practices
• 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.