Welder Job in Marietta - 90973529 - ZAO/QKEKGOOSI

Job Title:
Welder

Department:
Department Of The Army

Agency:
Army Corps of Engineers

Job Announcement Number:
SWGJ11H1C389152DTM

SALARY RANGE:
$23.11 - $27.00 /hour

OPEN PERIOD:
Friday, October 01, 2010 to Friday, September 30, 2011
SERIES & GRADE:WG-3703-10

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time Temporary NTE ONE YEAR

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
10

DUTY LOCATIONS:
Few vacancies - Marietta, OH

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
United States Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

This is an Open and continuous announcement, open to all US Citizens.Resumes may be submitted at any time.Referral lists will be issued as job opportunities occur.

The listed position is at the Marietta Repair Fleet which is a marine based repair party originating from Marietta, Ohio. The Repair Fleet is responsible for major/minor maintenance for 45 District projects which includes 9 high lift Locks and Dams and 36 flood control projects dispersed over a wide geographic region. The majority of maintenance activities take place on the Ohio and KanawhaRivers at locations in WV, OH, and KY. Work performed with a travelling repair party, Duty Station will be closest navigation project to selected applicant's permanent residence.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Registered for Selective Service, if applicable (See Other Information)
• R?sum? and supporting documents (See How to Apply)
• Possesses Welder Certification - American Welding Society (AWS) Code D1.1
• Valid State Drivers License

Additional Duty Location Info:
Few vacancies - Marietta, OH

Plans and lays out work from blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications and work orders. Makes a wide-range of welds, from simple to precision welding, including welds of dissimilar metals. Determines disassembly or repair necessary, and materials to be used. Works with light, heavy gauge and hardened metals, i.e., mild steel, carbon alloy steel, stainless steel, copper on brass, brass on stainless steel, cast iron, nickel and bronze. Uses electric, oxyacetylene, oxyhydrogen gas metal arc, gas tungsten arc, and gas carbon arc welding processes to weld metal parts and structures ranging from .025 inches to very thick metal which requires multiple welding passes. Devises special jigs and fixtures to hold parts to be welded. Positions and clamps work, preheats metal and maintains temperature to prevent distortion. Incumbent utilizes computers and software, including Corps-developed software.

This is a full time Temporary position (aprrox 6 to 8 mos). May be assigned to other essential duties during lay-up from primary assignment.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Ability to do the work of a Welder without more than normal supervision. Applications will also be reviewed for the following.

• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) 
• Use of Measuring Instructions
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
• Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 
• Knowledge of Metals
• Dexterity and Safety.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:The work involves standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and crawling. Work may be done in awkward and cramped positions such as when welding in hard to reach places. May handle objects weighing twenty to fifty pounds, and occasionally objects weighing in excess of fifty pounds. Incumbent must be able to perform all physical requirements of this position. Duties include but are not limited to pushing and pulling bars and levers, winding cranks and winches, lifting and holding lines, climbing ladders and steep stairways, working in confined spaces, and working on steep and uneven ground. Incumbent must be capable of lifting at least 50 pounds unassisted or up to 100 pounds with the assistance of one other person.  A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Welding: Work is completed in all types of weather,r including inclement weather of extreme heat and cold. Incumbent is subject to cuts, bruises and shock from cutting tools, moving parts and electric current (440 volts). Incumbent is subject to dangers including but not limited to drowning and injury from falls and loads on overhead cranes. Incumbent utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment for those conditions which may be heavy and uncomfortable. Incumbent must be capable or working in conditions of dust, welding fumes, paint vapors and sandblast particles utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment for those conditions.   This position requires employee to use protective equipment.

MUST POSSESS THE WELDER CERTIFICATION UNDER AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS) CODE D1.1. AND VALID STATE DRIVERS LICENSE

• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is Required.as a condition of employment.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• May require shift work and/or work on rotating shifts to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays and in other situations. 
• A medical examination is required.
• Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) cost is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the government's interest.
• Temporary Duty (TDY) travel is 90 percent.
• Position requires employee to wear a uniform and/or protective clothing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all Corps of Engineers licenses associated with this position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application package will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements.  To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume will be made and compared against your responses to the information provided in the Occupational Questionnaire. The Occupational Questionnaireevaluates your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences and assigns a numeric rating based on your responses. The questions are related to fundamental competencies required for the job for which you are applying. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score can be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities.  Please follow all instructions carefully.  Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

BENEFITS:

Leave hours are earned as follows:

 a. Sick Leave - 4 hours per pay period. For additional information seehttp://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/html/sicklv.htm.

 b. Annual Leave - 4 hours per pay period, if less than 3 years of service

·6 hours per pay period, if more than 3 years but less than 15 years of service

·8 hours per pay period, if more than 15 years of service - see the fact sheet http://www.opm.gov/oca/leave/html/ANNUAL.HTM.

You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP).   The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.  If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if:  1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy.  Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority.  Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form.  Information about ICTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp. 

Selective Service:   If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959 , you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.   See www.sss.gov.

·Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.

·The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants.The DoD policy is available onhttp://www.cpms.osd.mil/ASSETS/E8AB932EA1E44617BAC7222922E42A62/DoDl140025-V300.pdf.

·In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment.They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e. retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8416(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD instructions 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives.)

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this position, submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Résumé
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below) The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, September 30, 2011.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.  Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. 

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position. To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID  KN389152.  Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:

1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The following documents are needed:

• Résumé or application;
• If qualifying on the basis of education or the position requires education, your college transcripts with your application;
• Responses to the questionnaire;
• Any documents demonstrating your eligibility to apply (see Who May Apply).  These documents may include but are not limited to SF-50, DD214, SF-15, VA Letter, etc.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

TERESA MAYNARD
Phone: (304)399-5626
Email: TERESA.J.MAYNARD@US.ARMY.MIL Agency Information:
DA SWR LRD
US Army Corps of Engineers
LRD Regional CPAC
Louisville, KY 40201

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:After all application packages have been received, we will review your résumé and transcript(s) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements.  We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in the Occupational Questionnaire. You will be notified of the results.