Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform advanced thermal spray process skills to assist the shop work leader and supervisor to accomplish the complex projects of various metalizing or flame spray process and maintenance operations.

Duties

Operates the thermal spray equipment to build up surfaces of prototype, experimental, and applied research hardware items with thermal, erosion, or corrosion barriers, using highly specialized coatings of metals, alloy, refractory materials, etc. Ensures needed plans, blueprints, schematics, materials, and equipment are available when needed. Operates thermal spray equipment to build up surfaces of prototype, experimental, and applied research hardware items. Sets up and operates equipment. Mounting article to be coated and adjusting controls to achieve desired temperature, gas and powder flow, and other conditions. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection
• 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
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position may require travel
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period
• PAC program: In compliance with regulations you are required upon being certified in the Production Acceptance Certification (PAC) program, to place your stamp on all work you are certified on.

Qualifications

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-3700 Metal Processing 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 without 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: 1. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) 2. Use of Measuring Instruments 3. Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading) 4. Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 5. Knowledge of Metals 6. Dexterity and Safety 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 in areas that are adequately lighted, ventilated and heated and safety controlled. Required to use safety equipment such as leather gloves, ear plugs and safety eyewear, due to the danger from burns and metal particles; cuts from sharp object edges. Eye strain from flames and heated metal. Required to abide by established safety procedures in the performance of duty. Work in high noise area of 85 decibels or above.

Contacts

• Address Tinker AFB 3001 Staff Drive Tinker AFB, OK 73145 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]