Utility Systems Repairer - Operator

at National Park Service in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States

Job Description

Summary You will serve as a Utility Systems Repairer – Operator Yellowstone National Park in the Facilities Division. Government housing may be available. The primary purpose of this position is to install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, upgrade, repair, and calibrate highly complex and special purpose utility systems that require advanced skills in electronic sensing and control as well as pipefitting. Responsibilities At the full performance level (WG-11) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: Perform advanced installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades on highly complex electronic control or high-pressure piping systems, often involving SCADA/PLC/telemetry systems or intricate utility piping networks. Work independently from minimal instruction, interpreting detailed engineering drawings or plans to lay out, assemble, repair, and test sophisticated system components. Adapt conventional tools and methods to solve complex technical problems, stay current with evolving technologies, and provide guidance or training to lower-graded employees; may also oversee major upgrades to park utility systems. Serve as the operator-in-charge of an entire wastewater or water treatment facility, overseeing complex treatment processes, regulatory compliance, and independent operational decision-making. Conduct and interpret varied, technical water and wastewater testing; manage the introduction of chemicals; and oversee maintenance and repair of treatment systems and equipment. Respond, independently, to system issues or emergencies, including activating/deactivating systems seasonally and calling in additional personnel when needed. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 3 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment. Must have an active WY Level 3 Water Certification or equivalent certification from another state at the time of application. Must obtain a WY Level 4 Water Certification within 12 months. Must have an active WY Level 3 Wastewater Certification or equivalent certification from another state at the time of application. Must obtain a WY Level 4 Wastewater Certification within 24 months. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You are required to complete training, obtain and maintain a government credit card with travel and purchase authority. You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Additional Requirements located under qualifications Qualifications Requirements Continued… Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual’s employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications: All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-09/01/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION (SCREEN OUT) ABILITY TO USE AND MAINTAIN TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT ABILITY TO INTERPRET INSTRUCTIONS, SPECIFICATION, ETC. (INCLUDES BLUEPRINTS READING) KNOWLEDGE OF EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION REPAIR, ETC. KNOWLEDGE OF MATERIALS TECHNICAL PRACTICES (THEORETICAL, PRECISE, ARTISTIC) USE OF MEASURING INSTRUMENTS If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position. Volunteer Experience: 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). 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. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions. Additional Information Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement. Physical Demands: Work assignments typically require moderate to heavy physical effort to lift, carry, or otherwise handle items typically weighing up to 50 pounds. Duties require the incumbent to maneuver into and out of specific locations while dismantling and assembling utility related equipment. The incumbent makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms where the parts of systems worked on are in hard-to-reach places. Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping is typical. Occasionally, climbing and work in high places may be required, as well as the use of hoists, holders, and pulleys when handling large equipment. Working Conditions: Work is both indoors and outdoors for extended periods where the incumbent may be subject to prevailing weather conditions. You may be exposed to biological hazards or diseases while cleaning equipment or shoveling sludge, and hazardous gases