This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for certain personnel of the DoD workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is located in Directorate of Public Works, Operation & Maintenance Division on Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington State.

Duties

Make duplicate keys from originals by using key cutting machines, key stamping machines and related equipment. Ensure tools and equipment are returned to the proper storage areas. Perform restorative preparation of keys through use of soldering gun and/or metal glue. Assist in performing general maintenance, inspection, testing, modification, assembly, repair, overhaul, and installation on a variety of locking devices. Fabricate new locking device parts such as springs, discs, tumblers, dogs, and washers. Assist in performing installation maintenance, adjusting, trouble shooting, repair, and overhaul, of all door closers and panic hardware.

Requirements

• Appointment to this position is subject to a Tier 1 background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to perform common Locksmith Helper duties without more than normal supervision including duplicating keys using key cutting machines; issue keys, and accurately record transactions and maintain records; operate a motor vehicle to visit various worksites and transport tools and equipment. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Must frequently stand, stoop, bend, kneel and work in awkward positions. Occasionally climbing of ladders is involved. Frequently lifts items up to 50 pounds and occasionally heavier. WORKING CONDITIONS: Performs the majority of work in the immediate shop area. Works inside and outside. Exposure to heat, cold, and possible injury to hands and fingers using power and hand tools. Lighting conditions are usually poor inside buildings. Subject to burns while using cutting torches or soldering irons. Subject to falls from ladders and injury due to falling on sharp hand tools. Hearing protective devices and other safety equipment must be worn at all times of exposure to hazardous conditions. Working conditions are considered in the evaluation of the job and do not meet criteria for compensation by environmental or hazard pay.

Education

Some Federal positions allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone - no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address EU-APF-W12KAA JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD DO NOT MAIL Tacoma, WA 98433 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk