Boiler Plant Operator Supervisor Northampton, MA

Summary

In this position, the Boiler Plant Operator Supervisor must possess the skill, knowledge and experience to supervise, plan, direct, and administer high pressure steam boiler plant operations, CoGen turbine electrical generation, motor vehicle operations and Utility Systems Repair Operators of an operational unit. The position is assigned to the Facilities Management Service (FMS) at the VA Central Western Mass (VACWM) located in Leeds MA.

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

• Planning and scheduling daily, weekly, and monthly work schedules and assignments for employees supervised.
• Establishing deadlines and priorities on the basis of general work schedules, methods, and procedures of the team.
• Explaining work requirements, methods, and procedures as needed.
• Providing on-the-job training of all employees assigned to sections in appropriate trade techniques.
• Must be familiar with pertinent rules and regulations regarding employees' conduct, safety, fire, care of equipment, etc.
• Must be familiar with proper safety techniques and procedures so that the regular and safe functioning of the Medical Center is assured.
• Responsible for the maintenance, storage and safeguard of tools, equipment, materials, and supplies for his/her area of assignment.
• Responsible for instructing employees in work operations and conducting inspections of work while in progress and completed to assure that all factors are adhered to and all objectives have been met.
• Makes inspections of the boiler plant, CoGen turbine and utility systems to determine whether adequate preventive maintenance and standards are being maintained.
• Operating and maintaining boilers, generator, and equipment in accordance with established safety regulations.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Pre-employment physical required.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state‑issued identification cards that are not REAL  cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment).
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1‑year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK

CONDITIONS:

The physical demands of the position will be that normally required of a journeyman tradesperson. Some heavy lifting, movement of ladders, and stamina to perform physical labor are required. Continuous walking, standing, stooping, bending, and lifting, arduous physical effort is required. Working conditions such as ventilation and environment are satisfactory. Employee may be subject to occasional noise, skin irritations, cuts, and bruises.

The work performed requires continuous walking when making inspections in the various buildings.

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications. ... Further details of rating process omitted for brevity.

• Ability to Lead or Supervise
• Dexterity and Safety
• Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair
• Lead or Supervise
• Operation of Equipment/Machinery
• Technical Practices

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Note: Per "Executive Order 14251:
Exclusions from Federal Labor‑Management Relations Programs", this position is no longer eligible for bargaining unit participation.

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