Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic/Helper (6 Month Register) - Defense Logistics Agency : Job Details

Summary This is an open-continuous announcement with an established initial cut-off date of 6/9/2024. Please see the How You Will Be Evaluated section for more information. See below for important information regarding this job. Learn more about this agency Overview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 05/29/2024 to 11/24/2024 Salary $21.26 - $35.80 per hour Pay scale & grade WG 5 - 12Location Few vacancies in the following location:

Mechanicsburg, PA

Remote job No

Telework eligible No Travel Required 50% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed Yes-Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses will be paid in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulation (JTR). Appointment type PermanentWork schedule Full-timeService CompetitivePromotion potential 12 Job family (Series)

2606 Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic

Supervisory status NoSecurity clearance Other Drug test NoAnnouncement number DLAAvn-24-12429815-DHAControl number 793334300This job is open toThe public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agency This is a Direct Hiring Authority Notice open to the Public using the Department of Defense DIB/MRTFB DHA. Duties

If filled at the WG-5 level, position has promotion potential to the positions of Electronic Industrial Controls Worker, WG-8; Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic, WG-11; and the target position Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic, WG-12.

If selected at the WG-05, WG-08 or WG-11 level, the following duties will be performed in a developmental capacity.

Performs preliminary inspection, overhaul/repair, retrofitting, modification and complete final operational testing and calibration of Industrial Plant Equipment (IPE).

Diagnoses and localizes a problem to a specific, electronic, electrical, optical, hydraulic, pneumatic or mechanical malfunction.

Localizes, isolates and repairs or replaces faulty electronic modules and components by using schematics, logic diagrams, logic symbology, technical instructions, logic testing equipment, manual data input, and computer stored program procedures.

Performs testing, rewiring, repairing, overhauling, tracing and troubleshooting of electrical circuits, replacing of control units, electrical panels, fuses, and switches.

Tests overall Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) system operation by using data input in all modes to insure proper machine response and accuracy.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

Must be a U.S. citizen

Tour of Duty: 1st Shift

Security Requirements: WG-05 level: Non-sensitive / WG-08, WG-11, and WG-12 levels: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access

Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt

Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Bargaining Unit Status: Yes

Pre-Employment Physical: Required

Drug Test: Not required for WG-05 / Required for WG-08, WG-11, and WG-12 levels

Qualifications To qualify for an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic Helper / Electronic Industrial Controls Worker / Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic, your resume and supporting documentation must support: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, 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 at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition.

WG-05: Ability to do the work of an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic Helper/ Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic without more than normal supervision; such tasks include: cleaning, disassembling, and reassembling components associated with Industrial Plant Equipment, building non-complex electrical panels consisting of contactors, fuse blocks, relays, transformers, and disconnects. Cutting, bending, threading conduit. Drilling and tapping holes in castings to mount electrical components.

WG-08: Ability to do the work of an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic Helper/ Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic without more than normal supervision; such tasks include: assisting in the maintenance of electrical/electronic components. Taking direction from higher-grade mechanic while overhauling, installing, maintaining and repairing a variety of electronically/electrically controlled industrial equipment. Following specific directions while troubleshooting various electronic/electrical systems. Working as a team member in the installation, repair, and maintenance of complete computer numerical control, or similar systems by performing more simple and routine tasks, such as identifying, checking three phase motor systems, programmable logic controllers, AC variable frequency drives, DC SCR drives and connecting power and signal cables, replacing defective parts and assemblies which have been identified by higher grade mechanics, or monitoring systems operation by following operating testing procedures for the system and associated test equipment, and identifying and reporting improper operation indications.

WG-11: Ability to do the work of an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic Helper/ Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic without more than normal supervision; such tasks include: preliminary inspection, overhaul/repair, retrofitting, modification and complete final operational testing and calibration of Industrial Plant Equipment (IPE) items. Demonstrates expert skill in diagnosing malfunctions by applying a high degree of knowledge of diverse occupational areas which include electronic, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, repair/rebuild instrumentation and hydraulic trades. Requires a high degree of understanding of computer numerical control logic, closed loop servo systems, analog and digital DC SCR Drives, analog and digital AC Variable Frequency Drives, programmable logic controllers, discrete 1/0 devices, and computer generated electrical prints utilizing a CAD system. Uses, repairs and inspects electronic and position measuring equipment such as the laser interferometer, optical systems, position readouts and their associated components and circuits. Tests, repairs and troubleshoots electronic AC and DC SCR type drive systems, director servo amplifiers, checks critical voltages and switching devices to assure proper operation. Uses Laser equipment to perform and plot automatically actual linear displacement measurements and straightness, squareness and parallelism analysis.

WG-12: Ability to do the work of an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic Helper/ Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic without more than normal supervision; such tasks include: diagnosing malfunctions by applying a high degree of knowledge of diverse occupational areas which include electronic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical, repair/rebuild instrumentation and hydraulic trades. Familiar with computer numerical control logic, closed loop servo systems, analog and digital DC SCR Drives, analog and digital AC Variable Frequency

Drives, programmable logic controllers, discrete I/0 devices, and computer generated electrical prints utilizing a CAD systems. Has assisted with laser equipment to perform and plot actual linear displacement measurements and angular errors in straightness, square-ness and parallelism analysis.

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. Physical Effort - Work requires standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and sitting for extended periods or time working in cramped and/or awkward positions. Lifts and carries items weighing from 10 to 40 pounds, and occasionally objects weighing in excess of 40 pounds. Uses moderate physical effort, fine finger dexterity and close visual attention. Working Conditions - Work is performed under shop conditions in an adequately lighted, heated and ventilated warehouse. Subject to loud noises, heat, cold, fumes, dirt, grease and the possibility of cuts, bruises, and injury when using tools and testing equipment. There is the hazard of electrical shock and burns, injury from moving machinery, and falls from heights. Occasionally required to work in other buildings and is exposed to noises, fumes, dust and grease. Travel to other sites is required approximately 50% of the time. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional information For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: Reemployed Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: Drug-Free Workplace: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has established a Drug-Free Federal Workplace Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for DLA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with DLA for a period of six months. This policy extends to random testing for the use of illegal drugs by employees who occupy testing designated positions defined as sensitive in Section 7(d) of Executive Order 12564. The Defense Logistics Agency's Drug Free Workplace Plan's drug testing panel includes testing for the following illegal substances: marijuana, cocaine, opiates (codeine/morphine), 6-Acetylmorphine (heroin), phencyclidine, amphetamines (amphetamine/methamphetamine), methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA), oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone. ADVISORY: By using cannabidiol (CBD) products you are risking a positive drug test result for marijuana.A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Open-Continuous Cut-off Information: An initial cut-off date of 6/9/2024 will be used to evaluate candidates for the initial available vacancies. Any application received after the initial cut-off date will only be considered should additional vacancies be received after the initial cut-off date. If additional vacancies are received after the initial cut-off date, ALL applicants that have applied will be evaluated/re-evaluated and ranked as stated within the Evaluation statement in the announcement. Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Department of Defense Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package. Each Application Package MUST include:

Your Resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be reviewed for the qualifications and referred for selection consideration if eligible. IMPORTANT NOTE: Ensure that your resume does not contain any specialized characters, fonts, typefaces or formatting (e.g. tables, macros, etc.). It is also recommended that you convert/save your resume as a PDF prior to attaching to your application.

Applicable documents to support the eligibility(s) for which you are applying. Please review the following link for a listing of the additional documents you will need to provide: Supporting Documents.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.