This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. You'll serve as a Plumber (Fire Sprinkler) in the PRODUCTION DIV, PWD Norfolk, VA, NAVFAC MIDLANT.

Duties

You will perform main drain tests on all water-based suppression systems. You will inspect fire pumps and fire pump system components for damage and visually apparent operation deficiencies or impairments. You will visually inspect for external damage and operational deficiencies, wet and dry pipe system components. You will respond to all levels of trouble calls. You will maintain special hazard foam suppression systems including flushing lubricating and adjusting control valves, piping and nozzles. You will maintain and replace fire pumping systems. You will maintain and install sprinkler systems.

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 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 wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain local licensure required for a Fire Sprinkler Mechanic.
• NAVFAC MID-LANT is a regionalized command. The incumbent serving in this position may at any time be assigned to a similar position at any site or workstation within the commuting area.

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 do the work of a Plumber (Fire Sprinkler) without more than normal supervision, which includes: 1) Maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, repairing fire sprinkler systems in accordance with local regulations and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) instructions; 2) Using blueprints, sketches, and specifications to detect malfunctions and complete assignments; and 3) Using practical mathematics to make calculations, such as pipe size, area of coverage, and flow rate.NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System 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-4200 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address NAVFAC ENGINEERING CMD MID-ATLANTIC 9324 Virginia Ave Norfolk, VA 23511 US
• Name: Tanya Simpson
• Phone: (757) 559-1421
• Email: [email protected]