Industrial Equipment Repairer.
About the role
Performs maintenance and repair tasks on a variety of mechanical equipment; assists in the repair of the mechanical/hydraulic portion of the overall storage modernization system. Diagnoses, disassembles, repairs, and reassembles mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and subsystems. Performs general and scheduled preventive maintenance of equipment, such as stock retrieval systems, overhead and conveyor systems, etc. Load tests and inspects lifting devices in accordance with regulations and manuals. Removes, capacity checks, charges, and fills and drains lead acid type batteries used in material handling equipment (MHE).
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Non-Exempt
- Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license/certification to operate government vehicles
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license
Qualifications
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs and other organizations.
Physical Effort
Works in tiring or uncomfortable positions for extended periods. Requires bending, stretching, stooping, crawling, kneeling, etc. Lifts tools and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily done indoors either in a shop or at the equipment installation site. Works outside when and where necessary. Is exposed to excessive noise, fumes, and the possibility of cuts, abrasions, electrical shocks, skin irritation and burns from battery solutions, and accidents while operating motor vehicles. Required to wear rubber gloves, aprons, face shield, and similar protective gear.