Utility Plant Operator 2 (Swing Shift) - South Mountain Restoration Center

Utility Plant Operator 2 (Swing Shift) - South Mountain Restoration Center

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Utility Plant Operator 2 (Swing Shift) - South Mountain Restoration Center

Salary

$44,273.00 - $66,055.00 Annually

Location

Franklin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-55829-97120

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS So Mtn Rstrtn

Opening Date

08/05/2026

Closing Date

8/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

97120

Position Number

00081124

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST04

Bureau / Division Code

00210882

Bureau / Division

Department of Human Services/South Mountain Restoration Center

Worksite Address

10058 South Mountain Road

City

South Mountain, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17261

Contact Name

Tawnyia McKenrick

Contact Email

[email protected]

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

As a Utility Plant Operator 2 with South Mountain Restoration Center, you will join a dedicated team that keeps essential steam systems running smoothly. This role gives you the chance to make a direct impact on facility operations while growing your technical skills. The work environment rewards responsibility, teamwork, and steady performance. If you enjoy hands-on work that supports a greater mission, this position is a strong fit.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role focuses on operating and maintaining steam-generating systems that support essential facility needs. Your work ensures safe, efficient plant performance while completing mechanical, testing, and operational tasks. As a Utility Plant Operator 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Boiler Operation:Operate and maintain steam-generating boilers to meet daily facility demand

• Equipment Management:Regulate pumps, compressors, fans, and related systems needed for steam production

• Water Testing:Test water softness, chemical levels, and boiler conditions, and adjust materials as required

• Record Keeping:Record plant conditions, track equipment performance, and complete daily cleaning tasks

• Maintenance Tasks:Repair, install, and modify plant equipment, and support emergency generator operations

• Lead Responsibilities:Guide semi-skilled staff and assist with vehicle use to obtain supplies

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00081124) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week

• Relief Operator which is the swing shift between 1st shift (7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.), 2nd

shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.), and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.)

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• 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 & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Utility Plant Operator 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or

• One year of semi-skilled work experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment;or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes six months of semi-skilled work experience in the operation, maintenance, or repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment.

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of an active Class C motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency Guidelines.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.

• Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

• 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.

• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

• You must provide complete and accurate information or:

• your score may be lower than deserved.

• you may be disqualified.

• You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

• Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes

• No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

03

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Utility Plant Operator 1 for one or more years full-time?

• Yes

• No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How many years of full-time experience performing semi-skilled work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of industrial, commercial, or institutional utility plant systems and related equipment do you possess?

• 1 year or more

• Less than 1 year

• None

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

Have you completed post high school vocational training in a mechanical or industrial technology or a closely related field?

• Yes

• No

08

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide the title of the courses, the name of the institution where you completed the courses, and the number of clock hours or credits completed. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

09

Have you completed college level training in a mechanical or industrial technology or a closely related field?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.

• Yes

• No

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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

• Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – FUELING THE BOILER

Prepares and fires boiler by draining off excess water, ensuring appropriate fuel source is present in the proper amount, igniting the fuel source, and adjusting the air and fuel supply to obtain maximum operating efficiency to meet current steam demand.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience preparing and firing boilers by ensuring the appropriate fuel source is present in the proper amount and adjusting the air and fuel supply to obtain maximum operating efficiency.

• B. I have experience preparing and firing boilers by ensuring the appropriate fuel source is present in the proper amount. Someone else was responsible for adjusting the air and fuel supply to obtain maximum operating efficiency.

• C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

12

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The actual duties you performed related to fueling the boiler.

• Your level of responsibility.

13

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – BOILER READINGS

Reads meter gauges and computer screens to ensure proper, continued operation of the boiler.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience reading meter gauges and computer screens to ensure proper, continued operation of the boiler. I was responsible for taking corrective action to ensure proper operation.

• B. I have experience reading meter gauges and computer screens to ensure proper, continued operation of the boiler. I was responsible for notifying someone else to take corrective action to ensure proper operation.

• C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

14

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The actual duties you performed related to reading meter gauges.

• Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – CHEMICAL TESTING

Maintains fired boilers by performing chemical testing of boiler water, adding chemicals, and regenerating water softness as needed.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience performing chemical testing of boiler water. I was responsible for adding chemicals and regenerating water softness based on the chemical testing I performed.

• B. I have experience performing chemical testing of boiler water. Someone else was responsible for adding chemicals and regenerating water softness based on the chemical testing I performed.

• C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

16

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The actual duties you performed related to chemical testing of the boiler water.

• Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT

Operates auxiliary boiler equipment such as pumps, compressors, fans, and electrical generating equipment to ensure uninterrupted supply of fuel and air by unloading fuel. Maintains fuel supply in proper storage locations.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience operating auxiliary boiler equipment such as pumps, compressors, fans, and electrical generating equipment. I was responsible for ensuring uninterrupted supply of fuel and air and maintaining fuel supply in proper storage locations.

• B. I have experience operating auxiliary boiler equipment such as pumps, compressors, fans, and electrical generating equipment. Someone else was responsible for ensuring uninterrupted supply of fuel and air and maintaining fuel supply in proper storage locations.

• C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

18

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The actual duties you performed related to operating auxiliary boiler equipment.

• Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

Performs preventative maintenance work such as blowing down boilers periodically to remove foreign substances from the boiler water, lubricating the boiler and associated equipment such as fans, pumps, valves, etc., checking for leaks, rust, or corrosion, replacing pipes, valves, grates, gaskets, tubes, plates, and bearings when needed, and keeping the plant/boiler area clean and free of debris.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience performing preventative maintenance work on boilers. I was responsible for evaluating potential problems and taking corrective action as necessary.

• B. I have experience performing preventative maintenance work on boilers. I made recommendations for repairs, but someone else took the necessary corrective action.

• C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The actual duties you performed related to performing preventative maintenance.

• Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 6 – MAINTAINS RECORDS

Maintains both handwritten and computer records of fuel use, fuel supply, operating temperatures/pressures, and unusual events.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience maintaining records of fuel use, fuel supply, operating temperature/pressures, and unusual events on a regular basis. I was responsible for monitoring the records and taking corrective action as necessary.

• B. I have experience maintaining records of fuel use, fuel supply, operating temperatures/pressures, and unusual events on a regular basis. Someone else was responsible for monitoring the records and taking corrective action as necessary.

• C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

22

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The actual duties you performed related to maintaining records.

• Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 7 – SAFETY

Conducts safety tests such as emergency shut down procedures and generator operations. Verifies operation of safety devices and tests such as high- and low-water alarms, as well as fire alarms and smoke detectors. Checks pressure relief valves for proper operation. Ensures proper storage of hazardous materials.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience conducting safety tests on boilers and/or generators including emergency shut down procedures. I was responsible for verifying that safety devices were operating properly.

• B. I have experience conducting safety tests on boilers and/or generators including emergency shut down procedures. Someone else was responsible for verifying that safety devices were operating properly.

• C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The actual duties you performed related to conducting safety tests.

• Your level of responsibility.

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WORK BEHAVIOR 8 – IMPLEMENTING OPERATING PROCEDURES

Implements changes in utility plant operating and safety procedures to increase operating efficiency and safety precautions.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• A. I have experience implementing changes in utility plant operating procedures that I recommended in order to increase operating efficiency and safety precautions.

• B. I have experience implementing changes in utility plant operating procedures that someone else recommended in order to increase operating efficiency and safety precautions.

• C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The actual duties you performed related to implementing operating procedures.

• Your level of responsibility.

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov