Production Machinery Mechanic
Oklahoma City, OK - USA
Job Summary
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The primary purpose of this position is to troubleshoot repair overhaul install and maintain a variety of complex multi-axis multi-function fixed and semifixed production machinery and equipment such as numerically controlled machine tools and other similar complex and sophisticated equipment.
- Troubleshoots malfunctions tests repairs overhauls installs and maintains complex three and four axis numerically controlled machinery.
- Troubleshoots malfunctions repairs aligns and performs complete overhaul of automated and conventional machine tools mechanical pneumatic and hydraulic test equipment and associated attachments.
- Performs preventative maintenance on complex multi-axis numerically controlled machine tools production and industrial machinery and equipment.
- Operates maintains and controls tools and equipment.
- Utilizes safety and practices and procedures following established rules and regulations and maintains a safe clean and secure work environment.
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service see
- A security clearance may be required. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
- If authorized PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements may be found at: incentives may be authorized
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Position may be subject to random drug testing. This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.
- Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours to include evenings weekends and/or holidays
- Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
- Employee must maintain current certifications. Will be required to train/guide lower graded (or other trades) military/civilian employees.
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- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
- May be required to perform other work operations incidental to the mechanical work such as minor electrical or electronic checks i.e. switches solenoids etc.
- As required takes formal training on numerical controlled machines from manufacturer and receives special instructions and training from factory representatives at time of installation of each new machine.
- May be required to use respirator and attend respirator training classes when scheduled by training monitor. Willing to submit to a pre-employment physical as a condition of employment
- The duties of this position require the employee to operate a motor vehicle. An appropriate valid drivers license is required.
In order to qualify you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5300 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions 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 of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element for this position is Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Knowledge of equipment assembly installation repair etc.
- Technical Practices (theoretical precise artistic)
- Ability to interpret instructions specifications etc. (includes blueprint reading)
- Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
- Knowledge of materials
- Troubleshooting
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is usually performed inside in areas that are adequately lighted ventilated and heated. Floor and deck surfaces are sometimes uneven oily and slippery. Employees are frequently exposed to moving objects and sharp edges with the possibility of cuts bruises and injuries such as electric shock or arc flash as well as burns caused by electrical energy or soldering irons and to noise and vibration from machines. Work conditions may include exposure to toxic chemicals fumes oils grease solvents and plating solutions. Some work is performed from ladders and stagings exposing the mechanic to the possibility of serious injury from slipping and falling. May be required to wear safety equipment/devices and protective equipment as prescribed by appropriate safety regulations.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice your most recent performance rating and your most recent SF-50 noting position grade level and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants if determined best qualified must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4 Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4 Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants if determined well qualified and selected will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4 select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016 who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information click here.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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