Job summary

This is an open-continuous announcement with an established initial cut-off date of November 3, 2025. Please see the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section for more information. See below for important information regarding this job.

Major duties

Incumbent participates in formal and on-the-job training designed to prepare him/her for advancement to the target level based on completion of training, supervisor’s recommendation, and availability of work at the time of promotion. At the full performance level, performs installation, maintenance, repair, rebuild, retrofit and remanufacture of a wide variety of complex multi-axis, multi-function machine tools and industrial equipment. Sets up, precision levels, power operates and analytically inspects machine tools to determine if all feeds, speeds and cycling operations are functioning properly and whether they conform to specified test patterns. Performs precision hand work such as scraping or lapping of machined ways and sliding surfaces for proper alignment. Repairs, rebuilds, remanufactures and replaces broken and worn parts, components, subassemblies and sub-systems such as precision bearings, gears and gear trains, linkages, shafts, gibs, hydraulic pumps, hydraulic systems, lubrication systems, etc. Uses mechanical hand and power tools, precision gages and testing instruments, and special tools to obtain precision tolerances.

Qualification

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, 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 at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition. The SOE and minimum qualifications for this position is: Perform the common tasks of the job to be filled but under close supervision, such as disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, repairing and reassembling less complex equipment such as punch presses, 5 flaring machines, band saws, drill presses, bench grinders, simple bench lathes, tube benders and equipment of similar complexity. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Effort: Required to do some heavy lifting, not to exceed 70 pounds and carrying for short distances. However, lift trucks, hoists and cranes are available for the movement and placement of heavy machinery. Assignments are performed in standing, kneeling, stooping and, at times, in rather awkward positions. May work at various height levels and will work in close coordination with other employees in the movement of large sections of machines. Must have hand-eye coordination. Working Conditions: Work is performed in well-lighted, adequately heated buildings. May be required to work in unheated areas or outdoors. Hazards exist due to the movement of heavy machinery by overhead cranes, lift truck and jib cranes. May be exposed to solvents, oils and preservatives, fumes, dust, sharp objects, buffing wheels, electrical shock, falling objects, etc. Performs TDY assignments. When on TDY assignments may work in tight congested areas on ships or large industrial settings.

Education

Education may not be used in lieu of experience.

Evaluations

Open-Continuous Cut-off Information: An initial cut-off date of November 3, 2025 will be used to evaluate candidates for the initial available vacancies. Any application received after the initial cut-off date will only be considered should additional vacancies be received after the initial cut-off date. If additional vacancies are received after the initial cut-off date, ALL applicants that have applied will be evaluated/re-evaluated and ranked as stated within the Evaluation statement in the announcement. Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Department of Defense Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.