Maintenance Mechanic

Summary See below for important information regarding this job. Responsibilities Apply a wide variety of operation and repair techniques for mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems and equipment in order to perform repairs, adjustments, maintenance, assembly and disassembly of industrial and/or medical equipment. Modifies new and refurbished ISO shelters and MILVANS in accordance with the customer's statement of work. Check for loose connections, faulty insulation and other defects to make repairs as needed. Test electric circuits and equipment to identify defects and extent of repair required. Install and tests a variety of medical equipment. Prepares shop drawing and parts lists for the use of shop personnel and prepares complete blueprints and plans for customer approval. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, 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 at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition. The SOE and minimum qualifications for this position is: Perform the common tasks of the job to be filled but under close supervision, such as troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and/or pneumatic systems and equipment in order to determine the cause of malfunctions, perform repairs and make adjustments. 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. Physical Effort: Frequently handles objects weighing up to 45 pounds and occasionally carries objects weighing over 45 pounds. Required to stand, kneel, bend, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions when working on shelters and equipment, or when welding Brief periods of pushing more than 45 pounds is encountered when opening and closing shelters. Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily inside of a shop area, on cement floors, and subject to loud noises, paint and solvent fume, s and contact with grease and dirt. Protective clothing such as safety shoes, hearing protectors, respirators. gloves, aprons, and face shields are worn as needed. The possibility of electrical shocks or burns is present in working on and testing electrical systems and when, using electrical tools. Ensures proper disposal of all used or excess materials in accordance with appropriate government regulations. Maintains a clean and safe work environment. observes safety and housekeeping rules, and exercises fire prevention through proper storage of materials and waste. Education Additional Information For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: Information for Veterans is available at: As of 23 December 2016, Military retirees seeking to enter federal service in the Department of Defense now require a waiver if they would be appointed within 180 days following their official date of retirement. Drug-Free Workplace Policy The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is committed to maintaining a safe, drug-free workplace. All DLA employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty. DLA conducts pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and random drug testing. Applicants tentatively selected for employment in testing designated positions will undergo a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to undergo testing or testing positive for illegal drugs will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and a six-month denial of employment with DLA from the date of the drug test. Employees in drug testing designated positions are subject to random drug testing. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position. The DLA drug testing panel tests for the following substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates, heroin, phencyclidine, amphetamines, methamphetamines, fentanyl, norfentanyl, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), and opioids. ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law, Marijuana is illegal. 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