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Utility Systems Repairer Operator


Job Location:

Washington, AR - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 36 - 36
Posted: 6 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

This position is with the Justice Management Division Facilities and Administrative Services Staff (FASS) Justice Building Services Staff. The Justice Buildings Services is responsible for performing functions with respect to the operations maintenance repair preservation alteration furnishing equipment and custody of the Robert F. Kennedy Main Justice Building (RFK).


Duties

The duties and responsibilities for an Utility Systems Repairer Operator WGgenerally include but are not limited to the following:

*Installs and repairs air condition systems to provide exact temperature levels in special conditions.
* Identify the cause of faulty air conditioning equipment and provide repairs modifications and relocates equipment on various special-purpose air conditioning units and systems.
*Operates utility systems of extremely large capacity and flexibility.
* Troubleshoots unusual malfunctions on advanced equipment and systems.
*Serves as operator in charge of utility systems operations.
*Maintains operates and repairs boilers or emergency electrical generators.


Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • You must be a United States Citizen or National.
  • You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
  • You may be required to complete a probationary or trial period.
  • Selective Service registration is required for males born on or after December 31 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
  • You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
  • You will lift objects weighing 20 - 50 pounds. Upon occasion may have to lift objects in excess of 50 pounds.
  • You are exposed to the possibility of cuts bruises scrapes shock broken bones and burns. Protective clothing and devices must be worn to minimize the potential for accidents.
  • Standing walking stooping bending kneeling climbing and crawling are required. Work may be performed in cramped or awkward positions.
  • Works indoors in areas that usually have adequate light heat and fresh air as well as outdoors in all kinds of weather.
Qualifications

To qualify for the position of Utility Systems Repairer - Operator at WGyou must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below.

Qualifications: 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; 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 is no specific length of training or experience required. However you must be able to demonstrate through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element):1) Ability to do the work of a Utility Systems Repairer Operator without more than normal supervision; Knowledge of boiler plant HVAC water treatment plant operations and mechanics is required. Experience includes running a centralized multiple zone air conditioning system and a high temperature/pressure boiler plant that contains more components controls gauges electromechanical electronics and auxiliary equipment than the standard type; troubleshooting maintaining repairing and replacing defective equipment and components in energy plants and HVAC systems; interpretating engineering drawings that combine electrical and electronic schematics logic diagrams and mechanical drawings in order to trace signal flow throughout a system; and using tools and test equipment to troubleshoot components and make repairs.

You MUST meet all qualification requirements including time-in-grade by the 08/21/2026 of this announcement.

Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this position you must meet the qualification requirement using experience along. No substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

Candidates 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race sex color religion or national origin.

Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position you must: Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; and

  1. Be rated well-qualified for the position based on the competencies listed above; and
  2. Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.
Well-qualified is defined as having knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies clearly exceeding the minimum qualifications for the vacancy.

EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The DOJ Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found here: Service: If you were born male on or after December 31 1959 you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: .

Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicants criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act you may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to hiring office. Note: In accordance with 5 U.S. Code 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R 920.201(b) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance Act.

Candidates 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.

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.

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