SHEET METAL MECHANIC

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will serve as a journey level sheet metal mechanic and develops patterns, plans, lays out, cuts, forms, joins, assembles, and installs items such as, heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems. You will construct difficult plans and lay outs because of the number of irregular angles, planes, and curves. You will use templates and patterns to shape, construct, and assemble objects with combined shapes such as, rectangular, cylindrical, tapered, combining the least number of seams and amount(s) of metal. You will use shop tools and equipment, such as, hand or powered crimping, burring, turning, and beading machines and soldering and welding equipment. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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: THE ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION. Your resume must show that you have the ability to perform common tasks including: 1) Performing layout, fabrication, assembly, repair, and installation of a variety of sheet metal items, such as ducts, flashing, safety guards, sink tops, drain boards, and components and parts for air conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems; 2) Using mathematics to calculate irregular angles, curves, and pitch; 3) Fabricating sheet metal items having combined straight and curved edges or irregular curves and planes; 4) Interpreting and complying with technical publications related to the Sheet Metal Mechanic Trade; and 5) Using a variety of hand, power, measuring and layout tools to perform work on sheet metal. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/ 3800 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. Education Additional Information This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. PHYSICAL EFFORT. Work assignments may require continuous exertion while bending, shaping, constructing large/bulkier items. The work may involve climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, standing on concrete or metal surfaces, and working in confined spaces for prolonged periods. May lift parts and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. Occasionally, may lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds with the aid of mechanical lifting devices or assistance from other workers. WORKING CONDITIONS. Work is normally performed indoors. Some work may be performed outdoors. May be exposed to vibrations and extremes of heat, cold, and inclement weather. Dirt, dust, grease, solvents, and aircraft fluids may be common in the work place. Work involves the possibility of cuts, bruises, muscle strains, and injuries from falls from scaffolds or ladders or from lifting equipment. May be exposed to fumes and high-pressure air and fluids. May be required to wear appropriate safety gear such as protective eyewear. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.