Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Open Until Filled)

Duties

• Operates dump and grit trucks, farm-type tractors, and forklifts.
• Operates wastewater equipment such as pumps, gate valves, and outlets to adjust and regulate the flow of wastewater into and out of the system.
• Composes daily reports designed to meet federal and state requirements; enters test results/data into a computer program.
• Performs preventative maintenance and limited repairs to wastewater equipment.
• Preforms routine maintenance such as replenishing fluid levels and tire pressure.
• Prepares samples for transport to outside laboratories; increases or decreases chemical agents based on test results.
• Operates motor vehicles such as pickup trucks, sedans, or passenger vans.
• Performs collection and testing of wastewater to determine designated physical, chemical, and biological characteristics.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• License: You must possess and maintain a valid U. S. Motor Vehicle Driver License, without impeding restrictions, and issued by a U. S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory.
• License/Certifications (WG-08): You must posses and maintain a wastewater treatment plant operator grade level 2 license/certification, acceptable to the State of Arizona.
• License/Certifications (WG-08 and WG-09): You must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL), with a tanker endorsement, that is issued by a U. S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory.
• You must obtain and maintain direct deposit of your federal pay.
• For Status Candidates Only: You must meet one or more criteria in the Area of Consideration section.
• You must obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation.
• You must be able to lift up to 44 pounds unassisted and you must be able to lift over 45 pounds assisted.
• You must be a U.S. Citizen or Naturalized U.S. Citizen.
• You may be required to use a face-fitted respirator.
• License (WG-07): You must possess, or obtain and maintain, within 6 months of appointment, a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL), with a tanker endorsement, that is issued by a U. S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory.
• You must be able to sustain periods of substantial walking, bending, stooping, standing, crouching, stretching and reaching which will be evaluated during the pre-employment medical examination.
• You may be required to serve a one year probationary period.
• You must pass a pre-employment drug test, and pass periodic drug testing thereafter; a positive result will prevent employment or subject you to disciplinary action, up to removal from the position.
• License/Certifications (WG-09): You must posses and maintain a wastewater treatment plant operator grade level 3 license/certification, acceptable to the State of Arizona.
• You may be exposed to viruses and bacteria. Upon your request, you may receive preventative vaccinations against Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid Fever, Tuberculosis, and Tetanus at the agency expense.
• You will be subject to work in confined spaces and strenuous work, and work in adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• License/Certifications (WG-07): You must posses, or obtain and maintain, within six months of appointment, a wastewater treatment plant operator grade level 1 license/certification acceptable to the State of Arizona.
• You must successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination.
• You may be required to work overtime.
• You may be exposed to loud noise, vibrations, dirt, gaseous fumes, cleaning solvents, oils, grease, and machines with dangerous moving parts.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• You must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing an honorable discharge to be considered. To be eligible, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed 3 or more years of active service. NOTE: Current employees applying under VEOA must submit a qualifying SF-50 to show they meet time-in-grade requirements.
• License/certification: (For WG-08 and WG-09) - You must submit a copy of your Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license/certification, (level 2 for WG-08) or (level 3 for WG-09).

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

• How to Apply

  To apply for this position, you must complete the Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EDT) on 3/24/2023 to receive consideration for the first cut-off for applications. Additional cut-off dates will be determined as needed.

  • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
  • Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
  • It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
  • To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. ?https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11874878~

  Agency contact information

  Loretta Palmer

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  United States Section, International Boundary and Water Commission
  4191 N. Mesa Street
  El Paso, TX 79902
  US

  Next steps

  Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Based upon your score, you may be referred to the hiring official. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview.
  You will receive status notifications through Application Manager or via email within 4-6 weeks.
  

• 2) an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, indicating the title, series, grade, position occupied, tenure, and duty location; and
• License: (For WG-08 and WG-09) - You must submit a copy of your Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL), with a tanker endorsement, issued by a U. S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory.
• Selective Service
• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Social security number request
• Merit Promotion/Current or former federal civilian employees MUST submit an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, indicating the title, series, grade, position occupied, and tenure to verify eligibility for merit promotion appointment. If you fail to submit a copy of your SF-50, your application will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
• To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. ?https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11874878~
• To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  All applicants are required to submit the following documents as part of the application package:

  • Resume: Your resume MUST state complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package will be rendered disqualified and you may no longer be considered for this position.
  • Completed on-line occupational questionnaire.
  • Driver License: A valid driver license, without impeding restrictions, and issued by a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory is required. You MUST submit a copy of your driver license with your application package, or you will be rated ineligible.
  • License: (For WG-08 and WG-09) - You must submit a copy of your Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL), with a tanker endorsement, issued by a U. S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory.
  • License/certification: (For WG-08 and WG-09) - You must submit a copy of your Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator license/certification, (level 2 for WG-08) or (level 3 for WG-09).

  Proof of eligibility for Status Candidates as described under the Area of Consideration section (if applicable):

  • Merit Promotion/Current or former federal civilian employees MUST submit an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, indicating the title, series, grade, position occupied, and tenure to verify eligibility for merit promotion appointment. If you fail to submit a copy of your SF-50, your application will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
  • Veteran applying under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA):
    • You must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing an honorable discharge to be considered. To be eligible, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed 3 or more years of active service. NOTE: Current employees applying under VEOA must submit a qualifying SF-50 to show they meet time-in-grade requirements.

  Career Transition Assistance Plan/Interagency Career Transition Plan (CTAP/ICTAP) (if applicable): In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire you MUST submit:

  • 1) proof that you are a displaced federal employee, e.g., Reduction in Force (RIF), Separation Notice, etc.
  • 2) an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, indicating the title, series, grade, position occupied, tenure, and duty location; and
  • 3) your most recent employee performance evaluation.

  
  All Applicants Claiming Veterans' Preference should include the following documents as part of the application package:

  • All Veterans: DD-214 (Member 4 copy is preferred), which includes character of service, or for Active-Duty Service Members a certification which includes service dates, type of separation, and character of service. A "certification" is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.
  • Disabled Veterans: VA Disability Letter (with percentage of disability) OR document of disability determination from a branch of the armed forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability rating and completed SF-15.
  • Derived Preference: The spouse, widow/widower, or mother of a veteran may be eligible to claim veterans' preference when the veteran is unable to use it. To do so, you must submit an SF-15 www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf and the documentation required by that form Veterans' Preference: For more information and/or to determine if you are eligible for Veterans' Preference, please visit www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx (for veterans) or www.fedshirevets.gov/job/familypref/index.aspx (for family members). Below is a website for veterans to gain access to their DD-214 online: www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ and the documentation required by that form.
• All Veterans: DD-214 (Member 4 copy is preferred), which includes character of service, or for Active-Duty Service Members a certification which includes service dates, type of separation, and character of service. A "certification" is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.
• Driver License: A valid driver license, without impeding restrictions, and issued by a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory is required. You MUST submit a copy of your driver license with your application package, or you will be rated ineligible.
• Disabled Veterans: VA Disability Letter (with percentage of disability) OR document of disability determination from a branch of the armed forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability rating and completed SF-15.
• Privacy Act
• New employee probationary period
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Completed on-line occupational questionnaire.
• 1) proof that you are a displaced federal employee, e.g., Reduction in Force (RIF), Separation Notice, etc.
• Financial suitability
• Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
• Resume: Your resume MUST state complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package will be rendered disqualified and you may no longer be considered for this position.
• 3) your most recent employee performance evaluation.
• Benefits 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. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Veteran applying under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA):
  • You must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing an honorable discharge to be considered. To be eligible, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed 3 or more years of active service. NOTE: Current employees applying under VEOA must submit a qualifying SF-50 to show they meet time-in-grade requirements.
• Derived Preference: The spouse, widow/widower, or mother of a veteran may be eligible to claim veterans' preference when the veteran is unable to use it. To do so, you must submit an SF-15 www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf and the documentation required by that form Veterans' Preference: For more information and/or to determine if you are eligible for Veterans' Preference, please visit www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx (for veterans) or www.fedshirevets.gov/job/familypref/index.aspx (for family members). Below is a website for veterans to gain access to their DD-214 online: www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ and the documentation required by that form.
• It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
• Signature and false statements

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles), Career Transition (CTAP/ICTAP/RPL) Certain Military Spouses, Former Overseas Employees, Peace Corps and AmeriCorps Vista, Schedule A, Certain Land Management Eligibles, Veterans, and The Public (All US Citizens).