Locksmith Leader

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 Functions as a Working Leader Locksmith of 3 or more employees within the Lock Shop under Directorate of Public Works (DPW). Plans, designs, and lays out instructions on assembling and installing all different types of locks and hardware. Designs charts and graphs, and establishes codes to identify location and combination of locks, ensuring that there are no factors common to other systems, whereby holders of keys could gain access to area for which their keys were not intended. Repairs and opens locks, makes keys, and changes combinations, using special hand or bench tools and equipment to repair the following types of locks: cylindrical passage, cylindrical key-in knob, gate locks etc. Adjusts or removes, disassembles, repairs, reassembles, and reinstalls equipment. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires a pre-employment physical examination. This position requires lifting up to 45lbs. This position may require Temporary Duty Travel (TDY) up to 5%. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license. This position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions. This position has an irregular tour of duty and may require shift work and/or work on rotating shifts to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays and in other situations. 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) Locksmith Leader ~ without more than normal supervision. 1) Use the full range of locksmith tools, machines, and equipment; 2) Disassemble locks and repairs or replaces faulty tumblers, springs, pins, etc.; 3) Troubleshoot and repair many different types of mechanisms; 4) Inspects worn or inoperative locks to determine repairs needed; 5) Open locking mechanisms by manipulations or by drilling. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Work involves standing, stooping and bench work, and continuous movement of hands. Sometimes entailing working in uncomfortable or awkward positions. Normally lifts and carries items weighing up to 10 lbs., seldom more. Close eye-hand coordination is required in repairing and fitting. Requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Requires frequent lifting, carrying, and setting up materials and equipment that weigh up to 10 lbs., avid occasionally more. Motor Vehicle Operation. Light physical effort is used in reaching and bending, turning, or moving hands, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Usually works inside, in well-heated or ventilated quarters, occasionally working outside, but then, usually in good weather. Is exposed to danger of cuts and bruises to hands from power or hand tools. The work involves exposure to noise levels above 85dB(A) but below 110db(A), which are reduced by use of hearing protective devices. Working conditions have been considered in the evaluation of this job. Motor Vehicle Operation. Is subject to cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of driving accidents. 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. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.