WG-5309

Heating and Boiler Plant Equipment Mechanic

📊Administrative📈WG-1 through WG-15📁5300

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Qualification Requirements

Official OPM qualification standards for WG-5309

Heating and Boiler Plant Equipment Mechanic

Federal Wage System Position

Work Performed

This standard is for use in grading nonsupervisory jobs involved in installing, maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and modifying single and multiple fuel heating and power boilers and associated auxiliary and pollution control equipment, hot air furnaces, and similar equipment systems. The systems and equipment provide steam, heat, or hot water for use in the operation of industrial and institutional facilities and equipment. This work requires knowledge of the principles of combustion, heat transfer, and steam and high temperature hot water generation. It also requires the ability to recognize and determine the best method for correcting malfunctions and the skill to install and repair a variety of heat and power producing systems and support equipment.

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📋Typical Duties

•Perform heating and boiler plant equipment mechanic tasks as assigned
•Follow safety procedures and regulations
•Maintain and operate tools and equipment
•Complete work orders and documentation
•Coordinate with team members and supervisors

🎯Key Competencies

Ability to follow safety procedures and regulations

Knowledge of tools and equipment for the trade

Skill in performing physical tasks requiring manual dexterity

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to read and interpret instructions and procedures

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