Marine Machinery Repairer Job in Portsmouth - 90810497 - ZAXWV/YA5K2YI

Job Title:
MARINE MACHINERY REPAIRER

Department:
Department Of The Navy

Agency:
Norfolk Naval Shipyard

Job Announcement Number:
AN371266

SALARY RANGE:
$19.00 - $22.16 /hour

OPEN PERIOD:
Thursday, September 16, 2010 to Friday, September 16, 2011
SERIES & GRADE:WG-5334-08

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time Career/Career Conditional

DUTY LOCATIONS:
Many vacancies - Portsmouth, VA

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
United States Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:The NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD in Portsmouth, Virginia is one of the largest shipyards in the world specializing in repairing, overhauling and modernizing ships and submarines. It is the oldest and largest industrial facility that belongs to the U.S. Navy and it's also the most multifaceted.

Applicants under this announcement will be considered for full-time and/or seasonal (on-call) career/career-conditional employment.

This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Must have relevant experience and/or education (see Qualifications).
• Incumbent may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• No PCS or moving expenses authorized.
• Shift Work Required.

Additional Duty Location Info:
Many vacancies - Portsmouth, VA

• Installs, maintains, and repairs naval vessels’ main propulsion machinery and associated equipment/components. 
• Repairs and installs ship machinery such as cargo-handling machinery, anchor-handling gear, elevators, fire fighting equipment, etc.
• Performs overhaul, repair, modification, and refueling of Nuclear Reactor Plan systems (primary and secondary) and parts associated with submarine and surface ships. 
• Performs installation and repairs to foundations, operating machinery, and principal components of a ship’s armament.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To be considered for these positions, you must demonstrate that you are able to do the work of the position under normal supervision; possess a knowledge of the various mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment and machinery; the ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.; the ability to use and maintain tools and equipment such as levels, feeler gauges, dial indicators, micrometers, tachometers, and calipers, flange facing machines, grinders, small boring bars, and cutting machines; and a knowledge of the scientific principles used in the marine machinery trade.

Physical exam is required.

This position requires the ability to lift and/or carry weights 45 pounds and over.   Heavy physical exertion is required at frequent intervals.

You may be required to work both inside or outside in excessive heat, cold, humidity, dampness or chilling weather conditions, be exposed to excessive and/or constant intermittent noise; work in confined areas and on slippery or uneven surfaces; work in awkward uncomfortable positions; and enter accesses 18 inches in diameter.

While working, you may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, moving objects, elevations, electricity, sharp edges, and confined spaces.

You may be assigned to work in areas where certain potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present such as silica, asbestos, fumes, dust, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, and chemicals.

The primary work accomplished is at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth however, the incumbent may be assigned to other duty stations throughout the Hampton Roads area. 

All qualification requirements must be met by midnight (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

You will receive a rating based on the degree to which your background information provided matches the responses you selected in the Assessment Questionnaire. If a determination is made that you have inflated your responses when compared to your background information, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your skills and abilities. The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your experience as it relates to the following competencies:

• Technical Practices
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.
• Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Materials

To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click the following link: View Assessment Questions

Application status may be viewed by accessing your Application Manager account at https://applicationmanager.gov/ and clicking on the vacancy identification number (AN371266) to view your Application Package Status screen.

BENEFITS:

The Federal government offers a comprehensive benefits package.  Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Veterans' Preference:  If you are a veteran claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 or an official statement (including Character of Service) from your command if currently on active duty. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, in addition to the DD214, you must also submit a Standard Form 15 (Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference) and the proof/documents required by that form.  For more information on veterans' preference see http://www.usajobs.gov/veteranscenter.

Career Transition Program:  This program applies to Federal workers whose positions have been deemed 'surplus' or no longer needed, or an employee who has been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service.  To receive selection priority for this position, you must be rated 'well-qualified' or at a score of 85 and above.  For information on how to apply and what documents to submit as an ICTAP eligible, go to: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#intro.

Selective Service:  The Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that all male applicants born after 12/31/59 who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered or they are not eligible for appointment to this position.  For further information concerning Selective Service requirements, please visit http://www.sss.gov/.

HOW TO APPLY:

Click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. 

Follow the prompts to complete the on-line assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Note: To return to your saved application materials, log in at: https://applicationmanager.gov/ and click on Vacancy ID AN371266.

If you cannot apply online, you will need to:

1) Print the instructions and questionnaire by clicking View Occupational Questionnaire.

2) Print the 1203FX form to record your responses to the questionnaire.  Each page must contain your SSN and the VacancyAN371266

3) Fax the completed 1203FX (all 6 pages but do not include a Cover Page for this document) to:  1-478-757-3144.

4) Print the Fax Cover Page and include with any supporting documents you fax (e.g., resume, transcripts, veterans documentation, etc.) to the same fax number above.

Please do not complete steps 1-4 above if you are applying on-line.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Résumé
• Responses to the Assessment Questionnaire                      

Other Supporting Documents:  (only submit if applicable to you)

• Veterans' Preference documentation (e.g., Member Copy 4 of the DD-214)
• CTAP/ICTAP documentation

All documents must be submitted by midnight (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this job opportunities announcement.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Mid-Atlantic Services Branch
Phone: (757)441-6765
Email: NORFOLKMAIL@OPM.GOV Agency Information:
Mid Atlantic Svc Branch Norfolk
OPM Federal Building
200 Granby Street
Norfolk, VA 23510-1886

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

You will be notified of your status when the list of candidates has been referred to the hiring manager for employment consideration.