You will serve as a Utility Systems Repairer-Operator Training Leader in the Public Works Department of NAVFAC NORTHWEST.

Duties

You will analyze, evaluate, and develop both formal and informal training programs encompassing mechanical utility system repairer and operation. You will conduct training sessions that will consist of both classroom and on-the-job training targeted to a mix of trainees. You will analyze public works mechanical trades requirements and evaluate work areas to develop cross training, upward mobility, intermediate level and helper/worker to journeyman training plans. You will serve as advisor/consultant to upper management regarding training related issues. You will perform journeyman USRO, boiler plant operator or mechanic, water treatment plant operator, or pipefitting level duties in order to maintain qualification of trade skills,

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• This is a bargaining unit position.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• You will be required to pass a Pulmonary Function Test.
• You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.

Qualifications

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. 1) Maintaining mechanical utility systems and/or equipment to minimize downtime; 2) Planning and laying out installation, repair, and/or modification of a variety of complex mechanical utility equipment and systems; 3) Installing, connecting, and/or aligning pumps, air compressors, motors, valves, pressure reducers, backflow assemblies, switches ( i.e. pressure, temperature, level ), safety devices, and other similar control devices to ensure proper operation; 4) Using stationary and/or portable power equipment such as power saws, pipe threaders, pipe groovers and grinders; 5) Interpreting blueprints, schematics, diagrams, drawings, and specifications to properly install equipment and systems; and 6) Making technical decisions and/or judgements on systems and subsystems adhering to established practices, outlined objectives, and technical requirements.***NOTE: This experience must be fully and clearly supported in your resume. 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: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-4700 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.

Contacts

• Address NAVFAC NORTHWEST 1101 Tautog Circle Silverdale, WA 98314 US
• Name: Department of Navy EIC
• Email: [email protected]