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) Industrial Equipment Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. - Ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks including diagnosing the source of troubles to determine the repairs required, materials or parts needed, and estimate the time required to complete repairs. Perform operational and functions tests and make required adjustments to ensure proper operation of the entire system. Performs preventive maintenance and repair of pumps, floats, drinking water wells at the vehicle wash facility, and swimming pools; lubricates, calibrates, adjusts, operates, etc. the pumps and equipment within the stations in accordance with a pre-established maintenance scheduled or as needed. Makes routine preventive maintenance operational checks of all equipment to ensure proper operation. Maintains equipment maintenance records. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
- PHYSICAL EFFORT: Employee is required to do considerable walking, standing on concrete floors, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and working in cramped positions. Operator frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds) unassisted and occasionally lifts and carries heavier items with assistance of other workers or with lifting devices. Heavier lifting is involved when handling chemicals and plant equipment, opening and closing valves, and cleaning, lubricating, and servicing equipment.
- WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed indoors and outdoors during all types of weather. Subject to hazards from infection, mechanical injury, falling into open pits and gas fumes. Exposed to constant noise, rotating machinery, vibration, dirt, grease, chemicals, oil and fumes in the work area. Floor and deck surfaces are sometimes uneven, oily, and slippery. Frequently exposed to moving objects and sharp edges with the possibility of cuts, abrasions, and bruises from the use of tools and equipment and burns from chemicals. Occasionally climbs and works from ladders and stagings, which exposes the repairer to the possibility of serious injury from slipping and falling. Dirt, grease, and dampness are frequently encountered. Follows prescribed safety practices and use of safety equipment such as face shields, hearing protection, gloves, hard hats, safety steel-toe shoes, respirators, protective clothing, and safety glasses. Some items may be uncomfortable to wear and may be worn or used for long periods of time.