Communication Instrumentation Mechanic

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs regular preventative maintenance diagnoses equipment or system troubles and makes repairs and/or adjustments as necessary to return equipment or systems to normal operation.
• Conducts research obtains pricing and orders suitable replacement parts for defective equipment.
• Interprets electrical drawings and electronic circuit diagrams to install maintain and fabricate various types of electronic and related equipment.
• Performs field tests and adjustment work on meters relays and other electrical or electronic equipment or systems without endangering system operations.
• Observes safe clearance procedures and all other applicable safety regulations.

Physical Demands: Routinely lifts carries and moves up to 50 pounds. May be required to lift and move heavier items with the assistance of others and/or with lifting devices. Frequent walking standing bending stooping kneeling and sitting for long periods may be required. Routinely required to push pull bend reach walk stand crawl kneel work overhead and work at heights. Climbs scaffolding and ladders at heights of 200 feet. May use power and hand tools to perform work.

Working Conditions: Work is performed indoors and in the field during mixed weather seasons and subject to varying terrain requiring increased physical demands to perform duties. May work in close restricted quarters causing the employee to work in cramped and awkward positions. Employee works on or around moving equipment and energized sources. Most work is performed in remote locations. The tools equipment and heavy objects occasionally present chances of serious injury due to the working environment and nature of the tasks. May work in hazardous areas with hazardous materials such as: heights confined spaces on or around electrically energized equipment high noise levels and toxic chemicals (Asbestos lead epoxies etc). Uses protective clothing and equipment including respirators supplied breathing air apparatuses fall protection harnesses on or around moving equipment or other obstacles such as high voltage lines trees and walls etc. Some work is at extreme heights and sometimes over water. Works with and properly disposes of hazardous materials used in the performance of assigned tasks. Employee works in the near vicinity of medium voltage electrical equipment.
Will be required to operate equipment and other vehicles in the performance of his/her duties and is completely responsible for their safe operation. Operates such equipment in compliance with applicable Bureau Federal State County and Municipal laws and regulations. Responsible for maintaining a valid State Drivers License and notifying supervisor of expiration dates or revocation of licenses or certifications or changes in physical conditions that would affect operational competency. Responsible for reporting all accidents in accordance with regulations.

• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct Deposit participation required.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more visit possess and maintain a valid drivers license throughout employment.
• A financial disclosure report will be required within 30 days of appointment.
• This is a bargaining unit position represented by 2401.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period to evaluate your fitness and whether your continuation of employment advances the public interest.

This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest meet the organization goals and mission of the agency and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the determining if your employment advances the public interest the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Under applicable law the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies in writing that the individuals employment should continue and that their appointment should be the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-08/09/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

For current Federal employees if hours worked per week are not included on your resume you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees your resume must state either full-time (or 40 hours a week) or part-time with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience.
To qualify for this position you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:

1. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)
2. Knowledge of Equipment Assembly Installation Repair etc.
3. Theory and Instruments (Electrical Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices
4. Ability to Interpret Instructions Specifications etc. (includes blueprint reading)
5. Technical Practices (theoretical precise artistic)

If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient you will receive no further preparing your application describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire and if it does not your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

Volunteer Experience: 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.