Electronics Mechanic Job in Fort Knox, KY

Vacancy No. 25-MINT-8 Department U.S. Mint
Salary $33.33 to $38.98 Grade 12 to 12
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/9/2024 Close Date 11/12/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Knox, KY


Summary

This position is located in the Protection Directorate at the United States Bullion Depository (USBD) at Fort Knox, KY. The incumbent reports directly to and receives direction from the Chief of Maintenance. The purpose of this position is to maintain and repair the facilities security systems, computer systems, electronic and electrical distribution systems; and assist in maintaining the interior/exterior of the structure including buildings, fixtures, utilities, and grounds.

Duties

As an Electronics Mechanic, you will:

  • install, maintain, modify, overhaul, and repair a wide variety of moderate to complex electronic equipment such as closed-circuit television, video monitoring systems, intercom systems, perimeter intrusion detection sensors, motion detectors, analog/internet protocol cameras and thermo-imaging cameras, video recording equipment and monitors, audio recorders, smoke and fire detection equipment, walk-thru and hand metal detectors, x-ray equipment, analog and VOIP telephone systems, and mobile/base/handheld radio equipment.
  • troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical distribution circuits and related equipment such as electrical panels, automatic transfer switches, motors, receptacles, switches, circuit breakers, buss bars, emergency and portable power distribution units, electrical charging equipment, circuits, light sockets, receptacles, lighting fixtures and security floodlight systems. Test circuits and equipment by use of voltmeters, amp meters, watt meters, meggers, and ohm meters. Install indoor and outdoor conduits, electrical wiring, light, and power circuits; measure, cut, thread, bend, assemble, and install conduits, inserting, splicing, and connecting wires to fixture, outlets, switches, receptacles, and power sources.
  • install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the facility's security, personal, and laptop computer systems. The incumbent is responsible for troubleshooting and validating access to organizations E-mail system. Install network cabling, hardware and software associated with computer systems. Resolve minor problems associated with hardware, software, and systems management to support operational needs. Troubleshoot servers, workstations, and peripherals to determine repair or replacement needs. Perform routine and preventative maintenance on servers, workstations, and peripherals. Evaluate and analyze the operation and performance of computer systems to ensure continuing efficiency.
  • assist in servicing, operating, and providing maintenance for equipment used in tending lawns and grounds; maintain structure, building maintenance, labor, and janitorial services. The incumbent also uses a government vehicle to pick-up/deliver supplies and a forklift to load/unload trucks and move large/heavy equipment.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • All employees must wear face masks while on MINT property when required by CDC and Federal guidelines.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Secret Clearance- Must successfully complete a background investigation.
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
  • Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
  • Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
  • Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
  • Shift Work: This facility operates on a 24 hour per day, three-shift basis, 5 days a week. Work schedules may vary and assignment to a specific shift cannot be guaranteed. The successful applicant must be available to work on all three shifts on a rotational basis.
  • May be required to wear safety clothing and/or equipment required by the position. This may include safety shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, gloves, masks, etc.
  • Pass a pre-employment physical examination.
  • Must pass a drug test - All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and random drug testing while the position is occupied.

If you do not meet any of the categories listed, you may wish to apply under announcement 25-MINT-9-P which is open for any U.S. citizen to apply. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:
A Physical Task Analysis for the position of Electronics Mechanic, WG-2604-12 conducted on 9/10/24 showed that this job requires the following tasks:
Sits occasionally (up to 30% of time)
Stands frequently (up to 70% of time)
Walks frequently (up to 70% of time)
Drives seldom (up to 10% of time)
Lifts up to 10 lbs between knuckle and chest level occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Lifts up to 20 lbs between knuckle and chest level occasionally (up to 30% of the time)
Lifts up to 20 lbs above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 30 lbs between knuckle and chest level seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 30 lbs above shoulder level seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Lifts up to 40 lbs from floor to knuckle height seldom (up to 10% of the time).
Lifts up to 40 lbs between knuckle and chest level seldom (up to 10% of the time).
Carries unilateral seldom (up to 10% of the time).
Carries bilateral seldom (up to 10% of the time).
Pushes/pulls up to 5 lbs of force seldom (up to 10% of the time).
Pushes/pulls greater than 10 lbs of force seldom (up to 10% of the time)
Climbs forklift steps seldom (up to 10% of the time).
Climbs stairs frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Climbs ladders frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Works at heights/balances frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Bends at waist frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Twists at waist frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Crouches/squats frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Kneels frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Crawls occasionally (up to 30% of the time).
Reaches knees to shoulders frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Reaches above shoulders frequently (up to 70% of the time).
Repetitive arm motion occurs constantly (greater than 70% of the time).
Repetitive hand motion occurs constantly (greater than 70% of the time).
Power grasp constantly (greater than 70% of the time).
Pinch grasp occasionally (up to 30% of the time).
Fine finger manipulation occurs occasionally (up to 30% of the time).
Use of foot controls required seldom (up to 10% of the time).
Ability to hear required constantly (greater than 70% of the time).
Ability to see required constantly (greater than 70% of the time).
Whole body vibration experienced seldom (up to 10% of time).
Upper extremity vibration experienced seldom (up to 10% of time).
Subject to temperature range that occurs in indoor work areas.
Up to 50% of work may occur outdoors.

AND
You must show in your experience in the online application that you possess the knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Key Requirements:
  1. Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
  2. Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying.
  3. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National


You must meet the following requirements within 14 days of the closing date of this announcement.

The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service.

You must meet the screen-out element Ability To Provide Production Support Services, normally addressed at the beginning of the online questions. To meet the screen-out element, applicants must have: The ability to perform the full range of duties as an Electronics Mechanic. Duties include: inspections of electronic equipment, use test equipment to diagnose malfunctions, troubleshoot to determine cause of malfunction; Inspections include, but not limited to: smoke detectors, heat detectors, fire alarm systems, infrared detectors, ultrasonic detectors, photoelectric detectors, pressure mats, magnetic contacts, intrusion alarm control panels, two way radio alarm signaling systems; Interpret plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, repair manuals and related codes. Must be skilled in completing repairs of electronic equipment using hand and power tools. Must be able to work on your own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection.In addition, you must also obtain an average score of two (2) for the following elements for this position as addressed through the online question in order to be considered minimally qualified. Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Ability To Provide Production Support Services(screen-out), Knowledge of Equipment, Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., Use of Test Equipment: Electronics, Theory of Electronics, Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment), Ability To Use Hand and Power Tools -Electronics, and Ingenuity (Ability To Suggest and Apply New Methods).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

OTHER INFORMATION:

  • We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
  • This is a bargaining unit position and is represented by the AFGE Local 608
  • We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
  • This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov).

During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.


Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes:

  • Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards.
  • Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
  • Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire.
  • A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums.
  • A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.
  • Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/benefits

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Your application includes your resume, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination.

Rating: Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Ability To Provide Production Support Services(screen-out), Knowledge of Equipment, Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., Use of Test Equipment: Electronics, Theory of Electronics, Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment), Ability To Use Hand and Power Tools -Electronics, and Ingenuity (Ability To Suggest and Apply New Methods).

Your application will be rated and ranked among others, based on your responses to the online questions, regarding your experience, education, training, performance appraisals and awards relevant to the duties of this position. A subject matter expert may be used in the evaluation. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application.

Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in a selection interview.

If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)) you must receive a score of 85.0 or better to be rated as "well qualified" to receive special selection priority.

Required Documents

A complete application includes 1. A resume, 2. Vacancy question responses, and 3. Submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).Please ensure all required documents, including any required work samples, narratives, or other materials as stated in this announcement, are attached to your application package.

All applicants are required to submit a resume either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your resume. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view resume tips.

CURRENT AND FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES -- Documentation Relating to Your Federal Employment:
- Submit a copy of your SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, which shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".)
- If you are currently on a Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA), submit a copy of an SF-50 showing that. Also, you must submit a copy of your DD214 or other documentation showing dates of service and type of discharge and any other applicable documents such as SF-15, VA letters, etc.
- Indicate on your application the highest permanent grade you have held; if this grade is different from your current grade, submit a copy of an additional SF-50 showing this grade.

CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.

REINSTATEMENT: If you are a former federal employee that has been separated for at least one year, and wish to be non-competitively reinstated for a higher grade or full performance level than which you left federal employment, you MUST provide a copy of your separation SF50 (the "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2") AND the last performance appraisal you received from your federal employment which shows at least a fully successful rating.

If you are applying under a special hiring authority (e.g. Military Spouses, Interchange Agreement, VEOA, VRA, Schedule A Disability, etc.), please see applicant guide for required documentation. In order to be eligible under one of these authorities, you must submit all required documentation as outlined in the applicant guide.

RECOMMENDED DOCUMENTS: In addition, we recommend that you submit copies of the following:
  • A list of awards received (if applicable). DO NOT send copies of awards.
  • A copy of your most recent completed performance appraisal.
  • Current SF-50

How to Apply

The US Mint has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.

Are you unsure how to write your federal resume? We are here to help. The Treasury Recruitment Service regularly offers Writing Your Federal Resume training sessions, and other career-related information sessions, to assist you in your career search journey. To register for a session, click here to go to our Career Information Sessions webpage.

The Bureau provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application:
-Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login). A list of announcements in which you have applied is at the Welcome screen.
-Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.

For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/

If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at, FairChanceAct@treasury.gov.

To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.

To preview the assessment questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12571645

Agency contact information

Applicant Call Center
Address
MINT- Fort Knox - Maintenance Branch
Administrative Resource Center
Parkersburg, WV 26101
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Next steps

Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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