Powered Support Systems Mechanic with Security Clearance

Position: POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC with Security Clearance
Duties - Installs, inspects, and performs modifications and repairs to electrical power support systems such as electrical power plants and power distribution equipment.

- Performs preventive maintenance on electrical power support systems.

- Performs major repair, replacement, and overhaul of power support system components such as diesel engines, and electrical accessories of engines.

- Troubleshoots electrical power support systems such as electrical power plants and power distribution equipment.

- Maintains records and documents actions. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Requirements Conditions of employment
* U.S. Citizenship Required
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
* Direct Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
* Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period
* Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest
* The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle up to and including a 2-1/2 ton truck. An appropriate valid driver's license may be required for the position
* Position may require the employee to operate a forklift up to 15,000 pound capacity to move heavy power support equipment
* Shift work may be required
* The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
* Emergency overtime may be required
* May be required to train/guide lower-graded (or other trades) military/civilian employees
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
* This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing
* Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5300 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, 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 of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is ability to do the work of a WG-5378 POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC without more than normal supervision JOB ELEMENTS:
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of principles of electricity (AC/DC), solid state circuitry, and safety rules and regulations pertaining to powered support systems; and the operation of emergency generator power systems.
2. Knowledge of the theory and operation of internal combustion diesel and gasoline engines.
3. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures; environmental standards and requirements; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation.
4. Skill in reading, interpreting, and using wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, technical orders, technical publications, and similar guides; and using hand and power tools, instruments, test equipment, and…