Duties

Performs Wastewater plant operations. Performs chemical analysis and interprets analysis results from associated points in Wastewater facilities and ensures proper treatment of all Wastewater to determine proper chemical application and equipment calibration.
Performs plant maintenance. Install and maintains all distribution and chemical feed lines within the plant operation to include valve replacement.
Maintains supply levels/Training.
Maintains security, safety, and health habits.
Quality Support. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to the needs and requirements of both internal and external customers and continuous improvement in systems and processes.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/.
Recruitment incentives may be authorized.
U.S. Citizenship Required.
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
The work requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver license may be required for the position.
Recruitment incentives are not authorized.
This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
This is a drug testing position and subject to random drug testing.
Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
Emergency overtime may be required.
Must have current State of Georgia Certificate for Wastewater Treatment.
Disclosure of Political Appointments.
A Physical Examination is required.
The position may require the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Disclosure of Political Appointments.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5400 Industrial Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
Use of Measuring Instruments
Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (other than blueprinting reading)
Dexterity and Safety
Operation of Equipment

Skills and Knowledge:

Knowledge of a wide range of principles, processes, and techniques of wastewater treatment.
Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, equipment, and precision measuring and/or test equipment common to the trade.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and technical specifications.
Ability to plan and organize work assigned to include determining resources required to accomplish the mission.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Selective Placement Factor:

You must possess a current State of Georgia Certificate for Wastewater Treatment. Failure to meet this factor will result in an ineligible rating. (Failure to submit a copy of your certification with your application package will result in an ineligible rating.)

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Physical Efforts: Considerable walking, standing on concrete floors, opening and closing heavy valves, working in strained positions, continuous use of arms and legs, moderate to heavy lifting, climbing ladders and tanks may be required to operate vehicles up to 5 tons. Must be able to lift items not to exceed 24 lbs if more consider using assistance or mechanical devices.

Working Conditions: The operator must have full use of his hands, feet, eyes, and as the operator is exposed to inclement weather, heights, hazardous chemicals and materials, heavy lifting d possible exposure to limited radiation. Incumbent will work variable 8-hour shifts and is subject to 24-hours call back. The operator will occasionally work in confined spaces (class A, B, C) which require him to be properly fitted and wear all safety equipment for entry. (Respirators, harness, and protective clothing)

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click

Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: Military Spouse Preference applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference. Click

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

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To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and restriction from the workplace.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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