Power Plant Operator

Duties
Summary
This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC); Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCO); Director, Utilities and Power Plant Operations; Assistant Director Operations Division; Rotating Operations Branch A, B, C or D. Serves as a Power Plant Operator and is responsible for the safety, environmental compliance, reliability, efficiency, and operation of all equipment in the Capitol Power Plant (CPP) during the assigned shift.

Requirements
Qualifications
You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. You must meet the following

SCREEN-OUT: -- Ability to do the work of a Power Plant Operator without more than normal supervision. Qualification at the WG-8 level: Is at the power plant operator worker level responsible for learning the safety, environmental compliance, reliability, efficiency, and operation of all equipment in the Capitol Power Plant. Requires specific and general knowledge in the fields of chilled water generation and distribution system operations, steam generation and distribution systems, electric generation and distribution systems, fire protection system and chemical treatments system operations. Requires practical and working knowledge of troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection, diagnosis, repair, replacement and operating experience. Requires working knowledge of steam and chilled water fundamental theory, understands basic thermodynamic concepts related to steam and chilled water systems, electric generation and transmission systems, chemical treatment systems for both steam and chilled water and basic math skills required to perform rudimentary performance and efficiency calculations. Qualification at the WG-10 level: Is at the power plant operator level responsible for the safety, environmental compliance, reliability, efficiency and operation of all equipment in the Capitol Power Plant. Requires specific and general knowledge in the fields of chilled water generation and distribution system operations, steam generation and distribution systems, electric generation and distribution systems, fire protection system and chemical treatments system operations. The position requires extensive practical knowledge in these fields that will allow them to monitor plant and staff performance, identify potential problems and work with staff to develop and implement situational solutions to restore unusually complex systems to normal service conditions. Requires extensive troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection, diagnosis, repair, replacement and operating experience. Further they will be required to apply this experience in practical applications and mentor subordinates to assist them in developing these skills. Requires knowledge on steam and chilled water fundamental theory, understand basic thermodynamic concepts related to steam and chilled water systems, electric generation and transmission systems, chemical treatment systems for both steam and chilled water and basic math skills required to perform rudimentary performance and efficiency calculations. Requires the ability to read a variety of engineering diagrams including equipment layout, plan view, flow diagrams, equipment O&M Manuals and Service Manuals. Qualification at the WG-11 level: Is at the power plant operator level responsible for the safety, environmental compliance, reliability, efficiency and operation of all equipment in the Capitol Power Plant. Requires specific and general knowledge in the fields of chilled water generation and distribution system operations, steam generation and distribution systems, electric generation and distribution systems, fire protection system and chemical treatments system operations. The position requires extensive practical knowledge in these fields that will allow them to monitor plant and staff performance, identify potential problems and work with staff to develop and implement situational solutions to restore unusually complex systems to normal service conditions. Requires extensive troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection, diagnosis, repair, replacement and operating experience. Further, they will be required to apply this experience in practical applications and mentor subordinates to assist them in developing these skills. Requires knowledge on steam and chilled water fundamental theory, understand basic thermodynamic concepts related to steam and chilled water systems, electric generation and transmission systems, chemical treatment systems for both steam and chilled water and basic math skills required to perform rudimentary performance and efficiency calculations. Requires the ability to read a variety of engineering diagrams including equipment layout, plan view, flow diagrams, P&ID diagrams, electrical schematics, equipment O&M Manuals and Service Manuals.

The mission of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is to serve Congress and the Supreme Court, preserve America's Capitol and inspire memorable experiences. The AOC is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 570 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. The AOC provides a welcoming and educational environment for millions of visitors through the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center and the US Botanic Garden. Learn more at The AOC prides itself on its Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Empowerment (RISE).