About this role
Job SummaryYou will serve as a MARINE MACHINERY MECHANIC (NUCLEAR) in the Nuclear Regional Maintenance Department in Guam, part of the PEARL HARBOR NSY AND IMF, DETACHMENT GUAM.
QualificationsAlthough 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. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION. Decipher and put to use technical specification, quality control and assurance procedures, test requirement, inspection and radiological priorities and policies. Direct and oversee the planning, scheduling and execution of nuclear production work applicable to ship availability.. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C). Additional qualification information can be found at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/tabindx.asp. and https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements 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. Marine Machinery Mechanics usually perform work inside and outside exposing them to the prevailing weather conditions, noise, and intermittent slippery or uneven surfaces. Frequently, work is performed in cramped areas, close confined spaces of ships and submarines with minimum light and ventilation, and in areas with high temperatures such as often exist in ships' boiler and laundry rooms. Some work is performed on or near nuclear reactor systems. They are constantly exposed to moving objects, elevations, and sharp edges with the possibility of cuts and bruises, and to noise and vibration from machines. They are also exposed to the possibility of an electric shock when working on wet surfaces and of serious injury from slipping and falling while working on masts, in the dry dock, and from ladders and staging. Dirt, grease, dampness, and chemical fumes are frequently encountered. Various protective devices such as safety shoes and glasses, gloves, and hard hats are used. Marine Machinery Mechanics frequently handle objects weighing up to 20 kilograms (45 pounds) and occasionally carry objects weighing 20 kilograms (45 pounds) and over for considerable distances. They are required to push, pull, reach, walk, stand, crawl, kneel, bond, and work in cramped positions over and under machinery of all types for sustained periods of time. Some work involves ascending and descending narrow vertical ladders or staging, often while carrying tools and equipment. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application:?1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/
Major DutiesYou will disassemble/repair/reassemble valves including primary system valves requiring radiological contamination controls.You will replace pumps and pump mechanical seals.You will perform primary and secondary system valve adjustments.You will repack nuclear secondary and primary system valves.You will interpret and apply the requirements contained in technical work documents, technical manuals, shop directives, multi-view blueprints.You will make the necessary templates, jigs, and other fixtures required for repair or installation utilizing knowledge of materials and their versatility.