Boiler Plant Operator

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

WG-08: Minimum Qualifications: Ability to do the work of a Boiler Plant Operator without more than normal supervision. Must have the ability to perform common Boiler maintenance. Ability to perform routine maintenance or repairs to auxiliary equipment e.g., lubricate moving parts, replace filters, replace or adjust drive belts; accurately record pertinent data such as, unusual conditions observed, safety shutdowns, repairs, or adjustments required or made. I work under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

WG-10: Minimum Qualifications: Ability to do the work of a Boiler Plant Operator without more than normal supervision. Must have the ability to perform some tasks including operating and monitoring of high-pressure Boiler Plants and auxiliary equipment. Ability to recognize and detect abnormal high pressure boiler plant and steam system operating conditions and take immediate actions to eliminate emergency situations and restore normal operating conditions; collect and test water samples and determine the amount and type of chemicals needed to control or meet various boiler chemistry parameters and achieve desired results. I work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews my work for completion. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Selective Placement Factor:This position has selective placement factor which must be met prior to employment and for continued
employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements.

**The WG-08 Boiler Plant Operator position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a Class III Operating Engineer Certificate or
equivalent. The certified operator shall be limited to operation of boiler plants not exceeding an aggregate of 50MBTU/HR. (Note: You must attach a copy of the certificate with your resume package in order to be considered for this position.)**

**The WG-10 Boiler Plant Operator position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a Class II Operating Engineer Certificate or equivalent. The certified operator shall be limited to operation of boiler plants not exceeding an aggregate of 300MBTU/HR. (Note: You must attach a copy of the certificate with your resume package in order to be considered for the position.)**

• PHYSICAL EFFORT: Frequently works in confined areas in and around boilers and support equipment; e.g. auxiliary and pollution control equipment. Work requires moderate to strenuous physical effort and long periods of walking, kneeling, standing, climbing, bending, and crouching. Frequently lifts and carries boiler parts, equipment, and chemical supplies weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally items weighing over 50 pounds with assistance of other workers or weight handling equipment.

• · WORKING CONDITIONS: Employee normally works indoors on concrete surfaces. Occasionally works outside for short periods. When
  working outside is subject to prevailing weather conditions. Works on catwalks and ladders. Employee is subject to high temperature,
  high noise, rotating machinery, soot, dirt, dust, grease, chemicals, oil, fuel, and fumes in the work area. Exposed to toxic effects of
  refrigerants, scalding hot water, and steam temperatures up to 365°F. Subject to cuts and abrasions from use of tools and equipment
  and burns from acids, caustics, and contact with pipes and boilers. Must be able to work using/wearing applicable PPE (hearing, eye,
  fall, respiratory protection, safety shoes, hard hat, gloves, etc.)