Lead Maintenance Mechanic

You will serve as a MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER in the PRODUCTION RESOURCES DEPARTMENT 900 of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE: Experience working in at least two of the following trade occupations: electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pipefitting, carpentry, painting, and/or insulation. Experience installing and operating electrical fixtures, wiring, and controls and reading and following wiring diagrams. Experience constructing, operating, and servicing a variety of ventilation systems, and possibly power sources, and cooling units. Experience installing and operating various supply, disposal, and utility systems and equipment, such as water and gas systems, fire sprinkler equipment, and water closets. Experience planning and laying out the installation, modification, and repair of various new and existing piping systems and equipment. Experience operating general and precision carpentry and woodworking equipment to produce the requested finished product. Experience matching, tinting, toning, and blending coating materials and agents. Experience applying mechanical theory, pneumatic, and hydraulic principles to repair electromechanical devices. Experience applying principles and theories of the refrigeration cycle, temperature measurement, and refrigerant properties. Experience working with various high-pressure piping systems and equipment. Experience interpreting complex instructions, sketches, blueprints, and building codes. Experience reading and applying directions to various materials, solvents, and pre-coating agents. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. #J-18808-Ljbffr