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MENU Sign inNEWMy jobsProfileResumes & documentsSearch preferencesNotifications NEWSign outMy jobsProfileResumes & documentsNotifications NEWSearch preferencesSign outEventsHelp CenterSearch Keywords Location or Remote Search Search tips Back to resultsApplyBoiler Plant OperatorDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Health AdministrationEngineering Service Central Alabama Healthcare System CAVHCSApply Print Share Save Summary This job is open to Duties Requirements How you will be evaluated Required documents How to apply SummaryThis position serves as the Boiler Plant Operator with the responsibilities to maintain repairs and operates the Boiler Plant and related equipment and systems. The Boiler Plant systems include 3 fire tube boilers gas fired with fuel oil backup as standby with auto semi-automatic and manual controls. This includes maintaining repairs and operating domestic hot water backup natural gas boilers in the Chiller Plant. The operator will monitor calibrate and perform preventive maintenance. SummaryThis position serves as the Boiler Plant Operator with the responsibilities to maintain repairs and operates the Boiler Plant and related equipment and systems. The Boiler Plant systems include 3 fire tube boilers gas fired with fuel oil backup as standby with auto semi-automatic and manual controls. This includes maintaining repairs and operating domestic hot water backup natural gas boilers in the Chiller Plant. The operator will monitor calibrate and perform preventive maintenance. OverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates 10282025 to 09302026 Salary25.97 to - 30.29 per hour Pay scale & gradeWG 9Location1 vacancy in the following location Montgomery AL Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNone Job family Series 5402 Boiler Plant Operating Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceNot RequiredDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive NSLow RiskTrust determination processSuitabilityFitnessFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberOCA-FY26-FWS-12825113-SHControl number849004500This job is open toHelpThe public U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agencyALL US CITIZENSDIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority 5 CFR 337.201 for this occupation.This is an open continuous announcement and applicants will be referred every two weeks.The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be November 14 2025 with subsequent cut-off dates on the 15th of each month.VideosDutiesHelpMajor duties and responsibilities includeMaintain repair and operate 1 domestic hot water backup natural gas boilers in the Chiller Plant.Monitor calibrate and perform preventive maintenance and repair equipment and systems.Maintain and repair auxiliary equipment to keeps boilers operating efficiently.Operate boilers with the capacity between 40000 to 100000 or more pounds of steam per hour.Maintain efficient combustion levels and ensures compliance with air pollution laws or regulations.Adjust fuel feeds and the volume and velocity of draft and other fire box variables to achieve maximum combustion efficiency with changing load demands or variations in fuel quality.Use electronic hydraulic and pneumatic controls and zone charts in conjunction with meters gauges and computer generated data to determine adjustments or corrections necessary for proper boiler operations or changing load requirements.Operate and repair hot water boilers.Monitor calibrate and perform preventive maintenance and repair equipment and systems.Operate and monitoring the METASYS energy management system.Respond to alarms that include HVAC temperature controls medication refrigeration temperature controls and fire alarms.Performs other duties as assigned.Work Schedule Sunday - Saturday 247 Rotating Shifts Position Description TitlePD Boiler Plant OperatorPD39430A and PD01546APhysical Requirements Frequently carries parts and sets up equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds. Hoist jacks and pulleys are operated to remove and replace large units. Most equipment is operated or repaired from floor level or through the use of ladders fixed scaffolding and platforms. Incumbent must have good eyesight use of all limbs be able to walk crawl climb. Work is sometimes performed in cramped positions where bending stooping andor crawling may be required for short periods of time during repair work.RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentYou must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this jobSubject to a backgroundsuitability investigationMay serve a probationary periodSelective Service Registration is required for males born after 12311959A complete application package Resume Transcripts etc.Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable forms of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements httpswww.uscis.govi-9-centralform-i-9-acceptable-documents.Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.QualificationsTo qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.EXPERIENCE A specific length of training and experience is not required but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge skills and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job ElementsAbility to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal SupervisionEquipment Assembly Installation RepairInterpret Instructions Specifications includes blueprint readingOperation of EquipmentMachineryTechnical PracticesWork PracticesExperience 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 religions 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.Note A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional informationUnder the Fair Chance to Compete Act the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer TJO. Please visit the Human Resources and AdministrationOperations Security and Preparedness HRAOSP va.govEMPLOYEEdocsThe-Fair-Chance-to-Compete-Act.pdf for more information.A supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service increase worker productivity and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan ICTAP and Career Transition Assistance Plan CTAP provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPMs Career Transition Resources website which can be found at httpswww.opm.gov.Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual Vacation Leave Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate 4 6 or 8 hours per pay period which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.ExpandHide additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.BenefitsHelp 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility 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.How you will be evaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received. BenefitsHelp 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility 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.Required documentsRequired DocumentsHelp Documents AcceptedCover LetterDD-214 Statement of ServiceDisability Letter Schedule ADisability Letter VAProfessional CertificationResumeSeparation Notice RIFSF-15SF-50 Notification of Personnel ActionTranscriptDocuments RequiredResumePlease review the above lists to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment such as a copy of your SF-50 transcript ICTAPCTAP documentation for displaced Federal employees.You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.Veterans Preference Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used traditional Veterans Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will however be given full consideration for this position.Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. How to ApplyHelpAll applicants are encouraged to apply online.To apply for this position you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM EST on 09302026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire12825113.1. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.To return to an incomplete application log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume andor other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.Agency contact informationSharonnie HaywoodEmailSharonnie.Haywoodva.govAddress Central Alabama VA Medical Center-Montgomery 215 Perry Hill Road Montgomery AL 36109 US Next stepsNOTE A review of applications submitted will be completed on the 15th of the month until all vacancies are filled.Applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.Fair and transparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request Required DocumentsHelp Documents AcceptedCover LetterDD-214 Statement of ServiceDisability Letter Schedule ADisability Letter VAProfessional CertificationResumeSeparation Notice RIFSF-15SF-50 Notification of Personnel ActionTranscriptDocuments RequiredResumePlease review the above lists to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment such as a copy of your SF-50 transcript ICTAPCTAP documentation for displaced Federal employees.You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.Veterans Preference Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used traditional Veterans Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will however be given full consideration for this position.Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. How to ApplyHelpAll applicants are encouraged to apply online.To apply for this position you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM EST on 09302026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire12825113.1. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.To return to an incomplete application log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume andor other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.ExpandHide how to applyAgency contact informationSharonnie HaywoodEmailSharonnie.Haywoodva.govAddress Central Alabama VA Medical Center-Montgomery 215 Perry Hill Road Montgomery AL 36109 US Next stepsNOTE A review of applications submitted will be completed on the 15th of the month until all vacancies are filled.Applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.ExpandHide next stepsFair and transparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request SummaryThis position serves as the Boiler Plant Operator with the responsibilities to maintain repairs and operates the Boiler Plant and related equipment and systems. The Boiler Plant systems include 3 fire tube boilers gas fired with fuel oil backup as standby with auto semi-automatic and manual controls. This includes maintaining repairs and operating domestic hot water backup natural gas boilers in the Chiller Plant. The operator will monitor calibrate and perform preventive maintenance. OverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates 10282025 to 09302026 Salary25.97 to - 30.29 per hour Pay scale & gradeWG 9Location1 vacancy in the following location Montgomery AL Remote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredNot requiredRelocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNone Job family Series 5402 Boiler Plant Operating Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceNot RequiredDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive NSLow RiskTrust determination processSuitabilityFitnessFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusNoAnnouncement numberOCA-FY26-FWS-12825113-SHControl number849004500 Previous resultNext result Your session is about to expire Your USAJOBS session will expire due to inactivity in 8 minutes. Any unsaved data will be lost if you allow the session to expire. Click the button below to continue your session. 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