Utility Systems Repairer Operator; USRO

Summary

This position is located in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Midwest Area (MWA), National Animal Disease Center (NADC) in Ames, Iowa. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

• Operates, maintains, and repairs air compressors, fire pumps, domestic water booster pumps, cooling towers, water softeners and related pumps, valves and actuators.
• Monitors, operates, and repairs waste pre‑treatment plants as required in accordance with the existing maintenance plan.
• Tests and analyzes boiler water, feed water, condensate, chilled water, heating water, and cooling tower water using standard chemical tests.
• Checks gauges for proper temperatures and air balances, plugged drain, malfunctioning freezers, control panels and analyzes readings to determine operational status and necessary adjustments.

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

• Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
• Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, and blueprint reading.
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of materials and technical practices.
• Use of measuring instruments.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to serve a 1‑year probationary period during which your performance and conduct will be evaluated. Upon completion of the probationary period, employment will be terminated unless you receive a written certification that your continued employment advances the public interest.