Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic

Summary Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for DIB-MRTFB to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is within the Industrial Equipment Maintenance Branch at Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Responsibilities Service a range of industrial control systems, including electromechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and vacuum systems, to ensure optimal performance. Calibrate various industrial production equipment integrated with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), flow meters, pressure transducers, CNC machines, etc. Maintain electrical and mechanical control systems, including VFDs (Variable Frequency Drive), motor control centers and gas detection systems, to ensure safe and reliable operation in an industrial environment. Participate in the fabrication of special control and measurement devices to meet specific operational needs. Operate a variety of test equipment, including logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, 3 phase power quality monitors and circuit tracers. Apply electronic, mechanical and pneumatic theories to repair complex system malfunctions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Perform common duties which include servicing a range of industrial control systems, including electromechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and vacuum systems, to ensure optimal performance; calibrating various industrial production equipment integrated with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), flow meters, pressure transducers, CNC machines, etc.; maintaining electrical and mechanical control systems, including VFDs (Variable Frequency Drive), motor control centers and gas detection systems, to ensure safe and reliable operation in an industrial environment; participating in the fabrication of special control and measurement devices to meet specific operational needs; operating a variety of test equipment, including logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, 3 phase power quality monitors and circuit tracers; and applying electronic, mechanical and pneumatic theories to repair complex system malfunctions. Work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. – Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work assignments require light-to-moderate physical effort. There is frequent lifting, carrying, and handling of items weighing 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally over 40 pounds. Work is performed in a sitting position for extended periods; frequent standing, walking, bending and reaching is required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is usually done inside in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated areas. Sometimes works outside and may be required to work in adverse conditions in emergency situations. Incumbent is exposed to burns, electrical shock, and the possibility of cuts, bruises, and burns. Education Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Materiel Maintenance Management (formerly CP-17) Career Field position. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.