Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n)Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic without more than normal supervision. I can install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair industrial, electronic, electrical-electronic electro-hydraulic and electro-mechanical controls as contained on various equipment and systems. I can assist in the installation of new major electronic control systems and troubleshooting existing systems and equipment. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Prefers one of the following: Diploma/certificate/degree from a trade/tech school in Electronics or Industrial Controls Technology, OR Certification/License of Master or Journeyman Electrician, OR QMED-any rating, or QMED-Electrician, or QMED Electrician/ Refrigerating Engineer.

• Physical Effort: Incumbent performs work from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and where the parts, equipment, or systems are in hard-to-reach places. Work requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in a tiring and uncomfortable position. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weighs up to 50 pounds.
• Working Conditions: Work may require working in poorly lighted, heated, or and ventilated areas. Majority of work may be performed outside subject to extremes of weather. When equipment is fixed in place, it is sometimes necessary to work in warehouse or industrial areas exposed to loud noises, heat or cold, fumes, etc. Incumbent is constantly exposed to the possibility of electrocution while working on floating plant and boats. Incumbent is also exposed to drowning while working on the boat. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of burns or engine crankcase explosion while working near engines and generators and less serious cuts and bruises. Incumbent is required to observe safety precautions wear appropriate safety equipment and work in the safe manner to prevent injury to self and other workmen and to prevent property damage.