Utility Plant Helper - Polk CenterPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4586928) ApplyUtility Plant Helper - Polk CenterSalary$35,469.00 - $48,947.00 AnnuallyLocation Venango County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeJob NumberN-2024-89765DepartmentDepartment of Human ServicesDivisionHS Polk CtrOpening Date07/25/2024Closing Date7/29/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Code97010Position Number00238975UnionAFSCMEBargaining UnitJ1Pay GroupST02Bureau / Division Code00210976Bureau / DivisionPolk CenterWorksite Address1 Lakewood Circle NorthCityPolk, PennsylvaniaZip Code16342Contact NameLori FurmanContact Emaillfurman@pa.gov
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THE POSITIONIf you would like to receive on-the-job training in a new career path, we have exciting news for you! The Department of Human Services, Polk Center is looking for a Utility Plant Helper to join their stay-behind maintenance team. In this role, you will assist in operating boilers and related equipment, ensuring continued operations even after the facility closes. If this opportunity interests you, we encourage you to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORKThroughout your assigned shift, your responsibilities will include operating three coal-fired boilers, generating around 175,000,000 pounds of steam at 180 pounds per square inch. Using a computer system alongside manual control techniques, you will monitor fire-beds for ash density, depth, and consistency, making necessary adjustments to optimize the fuel-air ratio and coal consumption. This position aims to enhance operational efficiency at the plant. Your role will involve aiding in adjustments of equipment such as boilers, fans, stokers, compressors, and feed water pumps. This includes closely monitoring all meters and gauges. These efforts are crucial for ensuring safe operations, prolonging life expectancy of equipment, enhancing cost efficiency of operations, and maintaining continuity of service at our facility. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (http://www.occup.state.pa.us/OrgChart/PDNEOGOV.asp?p=00238975) . Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM, and 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM, with a paid lunch.
Work days include weekends, holidays, patterns, and variable shifts.
Overtime and travel as needed.
May change based on operational needs.
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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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Additional Requirement:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
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 may 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 .
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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.
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