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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · 1 month ago

Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$30/hr - $35/hr

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator responsible for the maintenance, repair, and operation of all associated equipment within the Facility Management Service. The role involves ensuring the safe and continuous supply of utility services and performing various technical tasks related to boilers and air conditioning equipment.

GovernmentMedicalNational SecurityPublic Safety

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs boilers and associated equipment

Maintains and repairs air conditioning plant equipment

Provides emergency repairs to maintain the safe - continuous supply of utility services to the facility

Utilizes and understands the air conditioning refrigeration theory

Determines proper amounts of chemicals to prevent corrosion and scale formations of boilers

Performs water analysis of tower water for chlorine - and ensures that water treatment is maintained in accordance with established recommendations

Interprets equipment manuals for gaining information to effectively assemble or repair equipment

Interprets and creates work orders

Interprets proper practices/instructions suggested by manufacturer's and trade standards

Maintains - monitors - and adjust chillers to insure efficient operation

Maintains and efficient operates the air conditioning plant equipment

Monitors - maintains and makes environmental adjustments to equipment

Uses chemicals to prevent corrosion and scale formations of boilers

Uses reagents for performing water analysis

Uses various material for repairs to all plant systems

Monitors flow meters and charts and adjusts air/fuel ratios

Collects and records boiler feed water - and condensate chemical concentrations of causticity - alkalinity - pH - phosphonates - sulfite - conductivity - and hardness

Checks and adjusts feedwater pumps - pressure reducing valves - gas and oil burners - feedwater temperatures - water softeners - and all other associated equipment to maintain optimum efficiency

Qualification

Boiler Plant Operator experienceAir conditioning maintenanceEquipment assemblyRepairWater analysisChemical treatment knowledgeBlueprint readingTechnical practicesUseMaintain tools

Required

Evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the duties of this position

Ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions on your resume

Experience in Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair

Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)

Experience with Materials Measuring Instruments

Knowledge of Technical Practices

Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment without more than normal supervision

Subject to sustain physical exertion and must be in good physical condition

Ability to lift heavy pieces of equipment or work in cramped or awkward positions for extended periods

Ability to frequently walk, stand, and climb while checking or working on equipment

Good eyesight to detect problems on gauges, sight glasses, and other instrument controls from a reasonable distance

Preferred

Boiler Plant Operator experience

Company

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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H1B Sponsorship

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