ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC - Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command

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. The Screen-out Element for this position: THE ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION. Your resume must show that you have the ability to perform common tasks including: 1) Demonstrates a foundational working knowledge of electrical and electronics theory; 2) Experience or formal technical training performing high-level diagnostics and maintenance of power systems; and 3) Demonstrates handling of delicate, miniature internal electronic components and heavy diagnostic units. Candidates must meet specific physical requirements. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications 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. You will test, analyze, and repair instruments, meters, and control system components to ensure they are functioning properly and returning systems to operation. You will troubleshoot, reprogram, and recalibrate computer-controlled interface components, and initiate diagnostic programs to locate and check defective units. You will perform repairs on energized high-voltage systems, removing instruments and components from service in various distribution switchboards as necessary. You will use your judgment to determine work sequences, select appropriate tools, and apply technical data from schematics, manuals, and procedures. You will provide technical assistance and guidance to lower-graded workers and develop new techniques for use on specific or unique equipment.