EQUIPMENT SERVICES SPECIALIST (CRANES) Job in Naval Station Complex, San Diego, CA

Vacancy No. DE-12676591-25-BJP Department Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
Salary $69,809.00 to $109,795.00 Grade 9 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/24/2025 Close Date 1/31/2025
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Locations:
Naval Station Complex, San Diego, CA


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.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens

Duties

  • You will inspect, test, evaluate and certify all types of Weight Handling Equipment (WHE)
  • You will analyze technical data for the assessment of weight handling equipment to interpret their operation and predict potential problems.
  • You will interpret standards to analyze equipment performance in meeting requirements.
  • You will conduct load test, operational test, and various types of proof tests on all categories of WHE, related transportation equipment, and various types of lifting gear.
  • You will manage the acquisition of new cranes or the disposal of existing cranes to support operations.
  • You will develop and implement maintenance and inspection specifications, procedures, data sheets, instructions and other technical directives which are used to maintain the WHE and evaluate their performance and operating characteristics.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card to make official government purchases for goods and services.
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
  • You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
  • Selectee must pass academic and practical test to become licensed on Navy cranes, forklifts, aerial work platforms. You will be required to obtain and maintain required certifications.
  • You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.

Qualifications

TO QUALIFTY FOR THE GS-09: You resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Assisting with work processes involving mechanical, hydraulic, structural, electrical and/or pneumatic systems of cranes and allied construction equipment; 2) Reading electrical schematics to assist in diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical problems on cranes; 3) Assisting with reading and interpreting crane load charts to calculate crane test loads; and 4) Using computer software (i.e., Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, Excel) to retrieve, edit, and store crane information). Note: This information must be fully supported in your resume.

TO QUALIFY FOR THE GS-11: Your resume must demonstration at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Working with mechanical, hydraulic, structural, electrical and/or pneumatic systems of cranes and allied construction equipment; 2) Reading electrical schematics to assist in diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical problems on cranes; 3) Reading and interpreting crane load charts to calculate crane test loads; 4) Using instruments and devices (i.e., micrometers, dial calipers, dial indicators, inside micrometers, sheave gauges, feeler gauges, multi-meters, pressure gauges, flow meters, tachometers, meggers, and compression gauges) to perform precision measurements; 5) Using computer software (i.e., Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, Excel) to retrieve, edit, and store crane information; and 6) Reading, interpreting, explaining and preparing blueprints, engineering drawings, diagrams, or other technical directives to evaluate the conditions and operational characteristics of cranes). NOTE: This information must be fully supported in your resume.
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Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/group-stds/gs-admin.asp
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1600/equipment-services-series-1670/

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

Undergraduate Education: Major study -- any field of study in an accredited college or university.

Graduate Education: Major study -- fields related to the position to be filled.

OR

Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:

  • Working as a skilled mechanic or maintenance worker, sales or service engineer, or planner or estimator in a technical group dealing with manufacture, utilization, repair, or operation of equipment.
  • Reviewing and applying technical specifications and requirements.
  • Analyzing equipment and forecasting spare parts requirements.
  • Reading and interpreting engineering change orders, equipment requisitions, shop orders, and work orders.
  • Analyzing contract specifications and examining pertinent equipment to determine if specifications are met.
  • Analyzing or supervising maintenance, repair, or production operations to determine methods of improvement.
For the GS-09: You have a master's or equivalent degree in fields related to the position to be filled

OR

You completed two full years of progressively high level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D, if related.

For the GS-11: You will have a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral in fields related to the position to be filled.

OR

You completed three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M, if related.

Additional information

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.

If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.

Physical Demands: The incumbent must be physically able and willing to climb cranes, booms, and other structures to conduct inspections and tests. The job involves considerable walking, bending, kneeling, crawling, and standing for long periods while conducting inspections and tests. The incumbent must work from ladders, scaffolds, and aerial work platforms at heights up to 150 feet above the ground. The incumbent frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools, inspection equipment, and components that may weigh up to and occasionally over 40 pounds. The position may also require prolonged sedentary positions when preparing reports, correspondence, and other documents. The incumbent is required to pass a standard Department of Transportation (DOT) physical to qualify for licensing on aerial work platforms, cranes, and forklifts.

Working Conditions: The incumbent works in an office setting and in various sites outside office buildings. The locations may include light spaces, greasy areas, noisy, and dimly lit machinery rooms, and other uncomfortable work environments. The incumbent is required to work in open spaces under varying temperatures and weather conditions. Incumbent is exposed to various hazards especially when working in noisy machinery rooms, near rotating machinery, overhead at significant heights, unstable footing, and adverse weather conditions. The incumbent is required to wear various types of personal protection equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats, steel-toed shoes, fall protection gear, ear muffs, coveralls, and respirators as work environment dictates.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

Required Documents

A complete resume is required. Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume, but it is acceptable to provide elsewhere in your application package: employer's name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week, and pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. TIP: A good way to ensure you include all essential information is to use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS to create your resume.

Are you claiming membership in any professional organizations, or possession of a license, certificate or credentials? Check the Conditions of Employment section above to see if any are required. If you claim membership, license, certification, or credentials, you must submit a copy of said document in your application package.

Are you using education as a substitute for some or all of the experience requirement? Is there a basic education requirement for this position? Check the Education section above to see what is allowed and what is required. Any claims you make in your resume or assessment questionnaire regarding education or degrees MUST be supported by submitting with your application official or unofficial transcripts or a list of courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned issued from your school. While unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application, an official transcript will ultimately be required if you are selected for the position. You may submit a copy your degree(s) if specific coursework does not have to be verified.

Are you a veteran claiming 5-point veterans' preference or claiming sole survivorship preference? You must submit a copy of your latest DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (any copy that shows all dates of service, as well as character of service [Honorable, General, etc.] is acceptable) OR a VA letter that shows dates of service or service connected disability AND character of service. If you have more than one DD-214 for multiple periods of active duty service, submit a copy for each period of service. If you were issued a DD-215 to amend aforementioned information on the DD-214 you must submit that too. If you are not sure of your preference eligibility, visit the Department of Labor's website: Veterans' Preference Advisor

Are you a disabled veteran or claiming 10-point veterans' preference?
If you are eligible to claim 10 point veterans preference you must submit a DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty as described above for 5-point preference.

You must also provide the applicable supporting documentation of your disability (e.g. disability letter from the VA) as described on Standard Form-15 (SF-15). http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf.

Are you an active duty service member? Active Duty Service Members are required to submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command. The statement of service must provide the branch of service, rate/rank, all dates of service, the expected date of discharge and anticipated character of service (Honorable, General, etc.).

Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents contain personal information such as SSN and DOB and some documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove said personal information before you submit your application. You must provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to:

Agency contact information
NAVFAC Southwest HRO
Phone
619-705-5082
Email
NAVFAC_SW_JOBS_UD@US.NAVY.MIL
Address
NAVFAC SOUTHWEST
750 Pacific Hwy
San Diego, CA 92132

*Your email subject line must include: DE-12676591-25-BJP , Equipment Spec (Cranes)

Facsimile applications will not be considered.

All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer.

It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant.

Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Agency contact information

NAVFAC Southwest HRO
Address
NAVFAC SOUTHWEST
750 Pacific Hwy
San Diego, CA 92132
US
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Next steps

Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Our evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.


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