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Naval Facilities Engineering Command ELECTRONICS MECHANIC in Everett, Washington
Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will use advanced mathematical formulas and basic electronic principles and fundamentals in testing and analyzing complex electronic security systems. You will fill out testing and adjustment reports. You will check work to ensure supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines are met. You will effectively communicate with other agencies in regard to system operations, discrepancies, and security requirements in order to comply with security regulations and instructions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability to do the work of this position without more than normal supervision: I have the ability to perform common tasks to include: 1) Monitoring electronic security systems (i.e. Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Automated Access Control Systems (AACS), Sound Masking Systems (SMS), Inter-Communication Systems (ICS), Forward-Looking Infrared Camera Systems (FLIRCS), Fiber Optic Networks (FON), Copper Networks (CON), Data Communication Systems (DCS), and Closed Circuit Television Systems (CCTVS); 2) Reading blueprints, technical manuals, work instructions, standard operating procedures and repair manuals to perform preventive maintenance inspections; 3) Installing security monitoring devices (i.e. motion, vibration detectors, and logic communications devices); 4) Recognizing proper and improper operations, locating causes, and determining the best method to correct defects; and 5) Disassembling, assembling, and adjusting electronic equipment. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=Overview Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education Additional Information This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Physical Effort: This position requires frequently performing moderately heavy lifting, pulling, and carrying of equipment and material weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally, you will lift or pull heavy cable weighing more than 50 pounds with the help of weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers. You may climb ladders, poles, towers, and work aloft in bucket trucks, at ground level, and in ground trenches or manholes. You may have to bend, stoop, climb, or stand for long periods of time. You must be able to distinguish colors and shades of colors. You will at times work in awkward positions and restricted spaces where coordination of hands, legs, and body are needed to perform tasks. Working Conditions: You will work indoors and outdoors. You may be exposed to temperature extremes, chemicals, unpleasant odors, and wet, slippery surfaces. There is the possibility of burns, broken bones, cuts, and bruises from handling tools and equipment. There is the possibility of strains from awkward positions, injuries by falls, explosion of equipment or cables and electrical shock. You will use protective equipment such as ear plugs, hard hat, flame retardant coveralls, non-conductive gloves, and footwear. This position requires rotating shift work.