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National Park Service · 3 weeks ago

Seasonal Utility Systems Repairer-Operator

Interior, SD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The National Park Service is seeking a Seasonal Utility Systems Repairer-Operator at Badlands National Park. The primary purpose of this position is to install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, upgrade, repair, and calibrate a variety of utility systems that require fully developed or journey level skills.

Amusement Park and ArcadeAssociationCommunitiesGovernmentLeisureNatural ResourcesNon ProfitParks

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, modify, overhaul, test, calibrate and install a variety of multi-component industrial and precision instruments and equipment

Install, repair and calibrate analyzers for turbidity, chlorine and pH as well as the trend recorders associated with these analyzers

Troubleshoot and functionally test equipment to isolate defective components and perform repairs, adjusting and replacing parts as required

Use operating principles, blueprints, diagrams, technical manuals, test equipment and trade tools

Work with various machinery including reciprocating pumps, centrifugal pumps, sewage grinders and electrical motors

Repair machinery by replacing bent shafts, bearing, etc

Perform electrical testing of motors and other components checking continuity, ohms resistance, voltage and amperage using multimeters, meggers and continuity testers

Maintain and troubleshoot systems ranging from large primary voltages to small millivolt/milliamp digital circuit boards, and touch screen equipment

Qualification

Utility systems repairElectrical testingBlueprint readingEquipment installationUse of measuring instrumentsInterpret instructionsMaintain toolsMaterialsTechnical practices

Required

U.S. Citizenship required

Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication

Meet Selective Service Registration Act requirement for males

Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Electronics Funds Transfer Program

You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided

You may be required to work overtime hours

Applicants must be at least (1) 18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program

Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)

Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)

Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc

Knowledge of materials

Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic)

Use of Measuring Instruments

Ability to perform the most difficult and complex utility systems repairer-operator duties as an expert with a high degree of independence. Experience includes the operation and maintenance of a water treatment facility, wastewater treatment facility, or a major utility system related to water and wastewater production and treatment. Can perform day to day activities for process control, lab testing, repairs, and preventative maintenance without assistance. Familiar with the monitoring requirements for potable water. Led or supervised other workers in the performance of their work in this area