LOCKSMITH-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Duties

• Modifies and reworks locking devices to accomplish special security objectives designed to work in
  conjunction with other components and equipment to form a complete security or surveillance system.
• Establishes and maintains master key coding systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all security type containers such as safes, vaults, and combination file
  cabinets by detecting malfunctions of the locking mechanism and at the same time removing and replacing
  unserviceable locks, or restoring repairable locks to operating condition by disassembling, cleaning, and replacing
  worn, bent, or broken parts.
• Makes new keys from duplications, impressions, and key codes from a variety of key blanks.
• Uses and maintains tools.
• Plans and lays out work from blueprints, sketches, specifications, and work orders.
• Utilizes safety and security practices and procedures following established rules and regulations and
  maintains a safe, clean, and secure work environment.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be grated with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• 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 must be bondable and XO7 certified.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary period.
• This position may require travel.
• Selectee may be required to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license will be required for the position.

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-4800 General 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)
Use of Measuring Instruments
Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading)
Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Trouble shooting

IDEAL CANDIDATE: The Ideal Candidate will have at least two years in locksmithing, and broad knowledge of the functions and capabilities of commercially manufactured locking devices, as well as their working interrelationships with a variety of equipment such as monitors, alarms, timing mechanisms, sensors, and other related items which make up a complete security or surveillance system.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
1. Knowledge of the master key systems; and internal structure and operating characteristics of a wide range of
makes, models, and types of common mechanical locking mechanisms and of their working interrelationship with
related components comprising the locking system of the security units in which they are installed in order to select
methods used in neutralizing, troubleshooting, and repairing the locking mechanisms.
2. Knowledge of various types of woods and metals in order to select appropriate tools and equipment.
3. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
4. Skill in using small hand tools; soldering irons and brazing torches; adjusting and using powered tools common to
the trade.
5. Ability to perform visual and operational checks and use dexterity and coordination between hands and eyes to
remove broken keys from keyways and open standard locks.
6. Ability to select commonly used neutralization techniques; apply technical manuals, manufacturers diagrams and
specifications; and determine work sequence.

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

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