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Duties

As a Electronics Technician (Mining) you will: Provide technical expertise to support research functions through the installation, configuration, modification, and adaptation of mechanical, electrical, and electronic circuitry and in applying technical knowledge of a miner to experiments and research on health and safety problems in mines. Apply an extensive knowledge of electronics technical work in electronic equipment design, development, evaluation, testing, installation, and maintenance in carrying out assignments in mining operations. Provide for prompt and safe correction of hazardous conditions found in mines. Responsible to the senior engineering technician for the day-to-day compliance with the provisions of Public Law 91-173 as it relates to the operation of and activities in the Safety Research Coal Mine and Bruceton Experimental Mine.

Requirements

Qualifications

Requirements continue: In gassy mines, must possess a first-grade mine foreman's certificate. In non-gassy mines where 5 or more individuals work underground in any 24-hour period, must possess either a first-grade mine foreman's certificate, a first-grade assistant mine foreman's certificate or a second-grade mine foreman's certificate. Wear and prominent display of the CDC identification badge (HHS 576 CDC) is mandatory during tours of duty. Exception: ID badge will not be worn in work areas when it will obstruct or interfere with the wearing of safety equipment/clothing or when the working. This position may be subject to the OGE Financial Disclosure requirements of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). CDC inspires public confidence in its trust responsibilities and mission by maintaining high ethical principles. If selected, you may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. If identified, this will be an annual requirement. In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 15, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace. This position may require a Drug Test and be subject to Random Drug Testing. The position may require the submission of a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing upon hiring. If required to submit to urinalysis, the appointment to the position will be contingent upon a negative test result. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Minimum Qualifications: To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, which must include the following experience: experience in mine safety inspection and remediation; troubleshooting and repairing mining equipment and machinery; and installing and maintaining electrical and electronic circuitry. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Copy of your transcripts or equivalent documentation is required for positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.

College or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For more information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address NIOSH-PITTSBURGH MINING RESEARCH DIVISION-OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR 1600 CLIFTON RD NE ATLANTA, GA 30333 US
• Name: CDC HELPDESK
• Phone: (770) 488-1725
• Email: [email protected]