Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic

SummaryAbout the Position: This position is located with the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District, Operations Division, Physical Support Branch, Navigation Section, Motor Vessel Dredge Hurley, Memphis, TN 38103. Duty location is wherever the Dredge Hurley is located.ResponsibilitiesCorrect trouble by replacing or repairing defective parts and components.Ensure all work meets trade standards, agency guidelines, and regulations.Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment to which assigned.Checks motors and bearings for excessive heat.Installs, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs the systems and components.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentQualificationsWho May Apply: US Citizens 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. Incumbent performs the full range of maintenance, repair and installation services in connection with industrial, electronic, electrical-electronic electro-hydraulic and electromechanical controls as contained on various equipment and systems. Involves Installation diagnosis, disassembly, preventive maintenance, overhaul, major repair, modification, adjustment, reassembly and calibration of a variety of associated equipment. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Performing a full range of duties in assembly, installation, repair, use of test equipment, theory of electronics, ability to use hand and power tools-electronic, troubleshooting, and ability to suggest and apply new methods. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Recommended: A diploma/certificate/degree from trade/tech school in EICM Technology; OR License of Master or Journeyman Electrician; OR QMED any rating, or QMED Electrician or QMED Electrician/Refrigerating Engineer. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Theory of ElectronicsUse of Test Equipment: Electronics About the Position: Incumbent performs the full range of maintenance, repair and installation services in connection with industrial, electronic, electrical-electronic electro-hydraulic and electromechanical controls as contained on various equipment and systems. Involves Installation diagnosis, disassembly, preventive maintenance, overhaul, major repair, modification, adjustment, reassembly and calibration of a variety of associated equipment. Physical EffortIncumbent performs work from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and where the parts, equipment, or systems are in hard-to-reach places. Work requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in a tiring and uncomfortable position. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weighs up to 40 pounds. Working ConditionsWork is usually performed inside in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated areas. Occasionally, work may be performed outside subject to extremes of weather. When equipment is fixed in place, it is sometimes necessary to work in warehouse or industrialareas exposed to loud noises, heat or cold, fumes, etc. Incumbent is constantly exposed to the possibility of electrocution while working on AC and DC electrical systems. Incumbent is also exposed to drowning while working on the boat. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of burns or engine crankcase explosion while working near engines and generators and less serious cuts and bruises. Incumbent is required to observe safety precautions wear appropriate safety equipment and work in the safe manner to prevent injury to self and other workmen and to prevent property damage.EducationAdditional InformationMale applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Two year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Career Program (CP) 34 - Information Management position. You may claim military spouse preference (MSP). If a MSP applicant is determined best qualified and selected, placement must be at the full performance level for priority consideration. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R, "Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified as Critical Under the Drug Abuse Testing Program," or a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). During the dredging season, typically May through November, all Hurley crew members, including this position, work a 15 days on/6 days off schedule, with the work period beginning and ending on Wednesdays. On the 15 work days, employees remain on the Dredge Hurley and are provided meals and lodging. This position works a 12 hour shift, and may rotate between day and night shifts. During the non-dredging season, the crew works day shift only, with the vessel based at Ensley Engineer Yard, Memphis, TN, on either a 5-day/8-hour or 4-day/10-hr. During the dredging season, the Dredge Hurley will work in widespread locations in the Mississippi River, including up to 90 days in the vicinity of Baton Rouge, LA.