WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Summary

The Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator performs a wide variety of duties related to the operation and maintenance of pre-treatment, primary and secondary waste water treatment processes, permit compliance, and other technical support duties at the Nogales International Wastewater Treatment Plant (NIWTP) for the Nogales Field Office (NFO), Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Division, Operations Department of the United States Section, International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC).

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

09/27/2024 to 03/31/2025

* Salary

$25. 53 - $33. 27 per hour

* Pay scale & grade

WG 7 - 9

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Location

few vacancies in the following location:

* Nogales, AZ

* Remote job

No

* Telework eligible

Yes-as determined by the agency policy.

* Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

* Appointment type

Permanent

* Work schedule

Full-time

* Service

Competitive

* Promotion potential

9

* Job family (Series)

* 5408 Sewage Disposal Plant Operating

* Supervisory status

No

* Security clearance

Not Required

* Drug test

Yes

* Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

*Trust determination process

* Suitability/Fitness

* Financial disclosure

No

* Bargaining unit status

Yes

* Announcement number

DEST-12547159-24-LP

* Control number

811883000

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This job is open to

* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a surplus or displaced employee.

* Federal employees - Competitive service

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

* Individuals with disabilities

* Land & base management

Certain current orformer term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.

* Military spouses

* Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

* Special authorities

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

* The public

U. S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U. S.

* Veterans

Clarification from the agency

Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles), Certain Military Spouses, Former Overseas Employees, Peace Corps and AmeriCorps Vista, Schedule A, and certain Land Management Eligibles, Veterans, and The Public.

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Duties

OPEN UNTIL VACANCIES ARE FILLED, MAY BE EXTENDED/CLOSED PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE. FIRST CUTOFF DATE IS 10/07/2024. OTHER CUTOFF DATES WILL BE DETERMINED AS NEEDED.

* Performs collection and testing of wastewater to determine designated physical, chemical, and biological characteristics.

* Operates wastewater equipment such as pumps, gate valves, and outlets to adjust and regulate the flow of wastewater into and out of the system.

* Prepares samples for transport to outside laboratories.

* Increases or decreases chemical agents based on test results.

* Composes daily reports designed to meet federal and state requirements.

* Performs preventative maintenance and limited repairs to wastewater equipment.

* Operates motor vehicles such as pick-up trucks, sedans, or passenger vans.

* Operates dump and grit trucks, farm-type tractors, and forklifts.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

* You must be a U. S. Citizen or Naturalized U. S. Citizen.

* For Status Candidates Only: You must meet one or more criteria in the Area of Consideration section.

* You must obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation.

* You must successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination.

* You must pass a pre-employment drug test and pass periodic drug testing thereafter; a positive result will prevent employment or subject you to disciplinary action, up to removal from the position.

* You must obtain and maintain direct deposit of your federal pay.

* You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

* You must be able to lift up to 44 pounds unassisted and you must be able to lift over 45 pounds assisted.

* You must be able to sustain periods of substantial walking, bending, stooping, standing, crouching, stretching and reaching which will be evaluated during the pre-employment medical examination.

* You will be subject to work in confined spaces and strenuous work, and work in adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.

* You may be exposed to loud noise, vibrations, dirt, gaseous fumes, cleaning solvents, oils, grease, and machines with dangerous moving parts.

* You may be required to use a face-fitted respirator.

* You may be exposed to viruses and bacteria. Upon your request, you may receive preventative vaccinations against Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid Fever, Tuberculosis, and Tetanus at the agency expense.

* License/Certifications (WG-07): You must posses, or obtain and maintain, within six months of appointment, a wastewater treatment plant operator grade level 1 license/certification acceptable to the State of Arizona.

* License/Certifications (WG-08): You must posses and maintain a wastewater treatment plant operator grade level 2 license/certification, acceptable to the State of Arizona.

* License/Certifications (WG-09): You must posses and maintain a wastewater treatment plant operator grade level 3 license/certification, acceptable to the State of Arizona.

* License: You must possess and maintain a valid U. S. Motor Vehicle Driver License, without impeding restrictions, and issued by a U. S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory.

* CDL License: (WG-08 and WG-09): You must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL), with a tanker endorsement, that is issued by a U. S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory.

* License (WG-07): You must possess, or obtain and maintain, within 6 months of appointment, a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL), with a tanker endorsement, that is issued by a U. S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory.

* You may be required to work overtime.

Qualifications

Qualifications for initial cutoff date must be met by 10/07/2024.

Minimum Qualification Requirement - To qualify, there is no specific length of training or experience required; however, your resume must demonstrate enough experience to show your ability to perform the duties of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Open Until Filled) without more than normal supervision.

Grade Differential: Each grade levels perform a wide range of tasks similar to those described in the listing of functional area duties and responsibilities. At the lower grade levels the employee will be assigned work to further develop and refine their technical knowledge and skills. Assignments will combine productive work with ongoing training and instruction. Supervision received at the lower grade levels will be closer with oversight and review being provide.