Electronics Mechanic (Fire Alarm Systems)

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is located at Fort Campbell with the Directorate of Public Works. Learn more about this agency Duties Serves as an Electronics Mechanic (Fire Alarm Systems) under the supervision of the Electrical Systems Supervisor for Department of Public Works. Installs, maintains, trouble-shoots, adjusts, repairs and/or replaces all complex electronic equipment and operational systems such as Fire Alarm System, Fire Detection Systems, Central Monitoring Control Systems, and Mass Notification Systems. Programs fire alarm systems, control panels, electronic devices, circuit modules, etc. with laptop computers using multiple types of software and operating systems. Performs installation and maintenance with overlap skill areas in wire communications, electrical control devices, fire detection systems, emergency power, and critical control systems. Installs conduit and wiring systems during installation of fire alarm systems, including connection to main electrical panels. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. TDY travel is occasionally required. This position requires a valid state drivers license. This position is mission essential and subject to scheduled/unscheduled overtime as well as emergency call back during non-duty hours. This position requires a pre-employment physical examination; requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Required to observe established safe working procedures; and wear appropriate protective clothing (PPE) and/or equipment to minimize or eliminate hazardous conditions. Qualifications 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) Electronics Mechanic (Fire Alarm Systems) ~ without more than normal supervision. he ability to perform tasks including: 1) Maintaining, inspecting, repairing, and configuring a fire reporting system; 2) Using automated software and operating systems to program fire alarm systems, panels, devices, and modules; 3) Performing system inspections, maintenance test or adjustments. Work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews completion of work. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. The work is performed in small and cramped spaces, or at moderate heights in tiring and uncomfortable positions. You may be required to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally heavier. Moderate physical effort is used to operate the motor vehicle. The work is predominantly inside, with some outside work during all types of weather. You may be subject to cuts, bruises, and broken bones when handling material or tools; and from falls from ladders. You may be subject to electric shock of up to 600 volts. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Male 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. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. 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(n) Logistics Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs MAY be authorized. Recruitment and relocation incentives MAY be authorized. Student loan repayment MAY be authorized. Salary negotiations for candidates new to Federal service MAY be authorized. Credit for prior non-Federal experience and certain military service for leave accrual rates MAY be authorized. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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