About this role
Job SummaryThis position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, US Coast Guard, Industrial Department, Mechanical Group in Baltimore, MD. This is a temporary appointment not to exceed 1 year, can be extended up to 5 years total an or can be converted to permanent without further consideration.
QualificationsApplicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than the length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope, and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired. Applicants will be rated and ranked based on their knowledge of the following job elements: 1. Ability to lead or supervise (SCREENOUT) 2. Knowledge of equipment, assembly, installation, repair, etc. 3. Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) 4. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading) 5. Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment 6. Knowledge of materials 7. Troubleshooting National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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.
Major DutiesYou will work with and supervise a group of workers engaged in the installation, repair, overhaul, maintenance, adjustment and testing of such vessel equipment as ship propulsion machinery, main and auxiliary engines, ordnance machinery, elevators, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, ventilating blowers, pumps, fire-fighting equipment, galley, laundry and similar equipment. Being a civilian working for the Coast Guard makes you a valuable team member. Typical duties include: Passing supervisor's instructions on to workers, working with others and setting the pace; demonstrating proper work methods, making sure that the needed blueprints, tools and materials are available. Independently reassembling and installing equipment, connecting the power sources, performing operational and functional tests, and making required adjustments in order to ensure proper operation of the entire system. Diagnosing malfunctions with computerized equipment and electronic diagnostic systems. Using precision test and measuring instruments such as levels, feeler gauges, tachometers and calipers, height gauges, depth gauges, verniers and micrometers to repair, adjust and test shipboard equipment and machinery such as cargo handling machinery, and fire fighting equipment. Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.RequirementsAll qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume: -Social Security Number (SSN) -Date of Birth (DOB) -Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) -Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc. Key Requirements: -Must be a U.S. Citizen. -Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov -A one-year probationary period may be required. - To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Public Trust clearance. -This is not a Bargaining Unit position. -Selectee subject to successful completion of pre-employment medical exam. -All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. -This position requires the selectee to pass a pre-employment drug test. - Submit most recent copy of SF50. The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.