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SummaryAbout the Position: This is a permanent position located with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District, Operations Division, Revetment Section, Memphis, TN.ResponsibilitiesPerform the full range of maintenance, repair and installation services in connection with industrial, electronic, electrical-electronic electro-hydraulic and electro-mechanical controls as contained on various equipment and systems.Answer trouble calls and checks circuits, wiring, transistors etc. and locates and diagnoses malfunctions. Corrects trouble by replacing or repairing defective parts and components.Alternate and direct current power and lighting circuits; AC circuits from 120 volts to 600 volts both 3 phases and single phase; AC motors from 1/4 HP to 200 HP; DC motors from 1/4 HP to 250 HP; AC generators from 1 kW to 1.5 MW.Utilize testing equipment such as transistor tester, oscilloscope, synchroscope, volt-ohm meter, system diagnostic software and sophisticated diagnostic instruments, to test and check electronic components and systems.Identify weak spots and potential trouble areas and repairs or replaces components to avoid possible future failure.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentQualificationsDuring the Revetment season, typically June through December, all Revetment employees, including this position, travel in various locations along the Mississippi River. The employees work 12 work days on & have 2 days off. Employees will be on TDY & will lodge in hotels within the vicinity of the work area. During the work season this position works typically a 10 hour shift. During the non-Revetment season, the crew works at Ensley Engineer Yard, Memphis, TN, on either a 5-day/8-hour or 4-day/10-hr. Can be assigned to work on Hired Labor projects.During lay-up periods from Revetment operations, incumbent may be utilized and assigned to other essential work in the District, such as repairs and maintenance of plant at the Service Base according to individual qualifications and skills, e.g., supervising others; working alone or with other skilled or unskilled workers to make specified repairs and/or perform necessary maintenance duties as directed. Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Industrial Control Mechanic without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic duties. I can install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair industrial, electronic, electrical-electronic electro-hydraulic and electro-mechanical controls as contained on various equipment and systems. I can assist in the installation of new major electronic control systems and troubleshooting existing systems and equipment. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen OutKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Theory of ElectronicsTrouble shooting (Electronic Equipment)Use of Test Equipment: Electronics Physical Effort: Incumbent performs work from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and where the parts, equipment, or systems are in hard-to-reach places. Work requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in a tiring and uncomfortable position. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds. Working Conditions: Work may require working in poorly lighted, heated, or and ventilated areas. Majority of work may be performed outside subject to extremes of weather. When equipment is fixed in place, it is sometimes necessary to work in warehouse or industrial areas exposed to loud noises, heat or cold, fumes, etc. Incumbent is constantly exposed to the possibility of electrocution while working on floating plant and boats. Incumbent is also exposed to drowning while working on the boat. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of burns or engine crankcase explosion while working near engines and generators and less serious cuts and bruises. Incumbent is required to observe safety precautions wear appropriate safety equipment and work in the safe manner to prevent injury to self and other workmen and to prevent property damage.EducationAdditional InformationMale applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Two year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Career Program (CP) 17 position. You may claim military spouse preference. If a MSP applicant is determined best qualified and selected, placement must be at the full performance level for priority consideration. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
