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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Utility Plant Operator 2 - South Mountain Restoration Center in South Mountain, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4576197 THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-88693-97120. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JULY 18, 2024 TO AUGUST 16, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION. Are you currently seeking a professional opportunity where you can thrive in a calming and picturesque setting? At South Mountain Restoration Center, located in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, amidst the stunning mountains near Michaux State Forest, you have the chance to showcase your expertise in operating boiler plants. This role will allow you to pursue your career aspirations while enjoying the tranquil and scenic surroundings.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Utility Plant Operator 2, you will be entrusted with a diverse range of tasks, each day presenting unique challenges. Your role will involve maintaining boilers in line with the guidelines to meet the center's steam requirements. You will be responsible for managing, regulating, and maintaining the equipment necessary for steam generation. This equipment includes feed water pumps, forced draft fans, condensate return pumps, fuel oil pumps, air compressors, water softeners, chemical feed pumps, air dryers, PRV stations, and controls for pressure, level, and temperature. You will also be responsible for operating the emergency generator plant, manually transferring electrical load when necessary, and driving state vehicles to procure parts or supplies. Additionally, you will act as a lead worker over semi-skilled utility plant staff.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Hours of work will be from Sunday to Saturday, with rotating days off. There are no unpaid lunch breaks for employees in this position. Shifts will be assigned based on operational needs. Two shifts are available: Position #1: 2nd shift, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Position #2: Relief operator, which is the swing shift between 1st shift (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM), 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM), and 3rd shift (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM). May change based on operational needs. Overtime is as needed FREE PARKING! Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience as a Utility Plant Operator 1 (commonwealth title); or One year of semi-skilled work experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes six months of semi-skilled work experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment.
Special Requirements: You must possess an active Class C motor vehicle license.
Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided n the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.