Powered Support Systems Mechanic-Direct Hire Authority

Duties

• Installs, inspects, and performs modifications and repairs to electrical generators both real property and mobile. Perform preventive maintenance on electrical powered support systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical power support systems such as electrical generating plants and automatic transfer switches of various design and manufacture.
• Maintain, inspect, repairs, diagnoses, and modifies aircraft arresting systems. Perform after engagement inspection and certification.
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Maintain records and documents actions.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position may require travel.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Perform work that involves frequent bending, reaching, crouching, standing, and arm movement. Sometimes must work in awkward positions or cramped areas. Lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and heavier items using jacks, hoists, or helpers.
• May work inside or outside. Inside work involves frequent exposure to drafts, changing temperature, and loud noise. May work on parts and systems which are dirty and greasy and which may be dangerous to operate or repair because of defects.
• Outside work may involve exposure to inclement weather, rain, snow, wet or icy conditions. Both inside and outside work may be frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and hard damp floors and surfaces.
• Exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, burns, bruises, strains, electrical shock while repairing, positioning, adjusting, moving equipment and is exposed to the possibility of burns and skin irritations from acids, fluids, lubricants.
• Incumbent must follow numerous safety procedures and wear equipment such as protective eyeglasses, hearing protection, hard hats, Safety-toe shoes, respirators, gloves, PPE clothing, may be uncomfortable to wear or use, worn or used for long periods.
• Position requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle up to and including a 2-1/2 ton truck. An appropriate valid driver's license is required.
• Selectee may be required to train/guide lower-graded (or other trades) military/civilian employees.
• Position may require the employee to operate a forklift up to 15,000 pound capacity to move heavy power support equipment.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5300 - Industrial Equipment Maintenance Family. . Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation,Repair, etc.
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading)
Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Knowledge of Materials
Trouble Shooting

Ideal Candidate (cannot be used for qualification determination): A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred. Completion of an accredited Electric Power Generation Apprenticeship, DoD Technical School or vocational training program is desired, but not always required. Experience with military Aircraft Arresting Systems is highly desired, but not always required. Experience with Diesel Engine Fire Pumps is desired but not required. Normal color vision and a valid Florida driver's license will be required. Operation of Material Handling Equipment such as forklifts up to 10,000 lb. capacity will be required. Experience with reciprocating internal combustion engines, automatic transfer switches, industrial controls, engine starting batteries, generator alternator stators and rotors, and electric motors is highly advantageous. A solid understanding of electrical theory, troubleshooting methods, math skills, computer literacy, and safety protocols is advantageous. Physical fitness and ability to perform strenuous tasks without restrictions (lifting 50 lbs. unassisted frequently). Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality are essential qualities for this role.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Additional information

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click .

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