Electroplater

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)

Watervliet Arsenal – Manufacturing Division

Hiring: Electroplater

THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE SOLICITATION - THIS POSITION IS BEING ADVERTISED THROUGH THE DIRECT-HIRE AUTHORITY (DHA) FOR DOMESTIC DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE (DIB) FACILITIES AND IS OPEN TO ALL U.S. CITIZENS.

Position Opens: 2/11/2025 Position Closes: 2/25/2025

Term Position for: Electroplater WG-3711-5/7/9

This is a TERM appointment NTE 4 years and may be extended for up to a total of 8 years.

Salary Range: $22.70 - $29.99 per hour with growth potential to $34.99

Watervliet Arsenal is growing and we are recruiting for motivated, skilled trade professionals to join Team Watervliet. We offer excellent benefits. NOTE: When applying, please be sure to have dates of employment and detailed sets of duties listed under each employer you have worked for on your resume.

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Duties: Works on highly complex systems of electronic sensing, control located in the chrome plating and metalizing machining center. Assist a journeyman Electroplater in preparing to plate, coat, and treat cannon tubes and components, tools, and fixtures by immersion in a series of chemical or electrolytic solutions. Monitor the settings on the control generator for proper voltage and time cycle per instructions. Monitor density settings and controls and the rectifier with a higher graded Electroplater, leader or supervisor.

Qualifications: Your resume must reflect experience which shows your ability to do the work of an Electroplater without more than normal supervision. Note: Each grade has different qualifications, which must be met in order to be considered for that grade/position.

WG-05: Minimum Qualifications: Ability to do the work of a(n) Electroplater without more than normal supervision. - Your resume must reflect experience which shows your ability to do the work of an Electroplater without more than normal supervision which includes the ability to (1) Aptitude for understanding and using tools; (2) Monitor/use different types of manufacturing/industrial equipment; and (3) Use basic measuring instruments to check accuracy of dimensions. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

WG-07: Minimum Qualifications: Ability to do the work of a(n) Electroplater without more than normal supervision. - Your resume must reflect experience which shows your ability to do the work of an Electroplater without more than normal supervision which includes the ability to (1) Perform metal finishing on different types of metals; (2) Use equipment in manufacturing/industrial environment; and (3)Participate in the processing and/ or treatment of metals used in manufacturing/industrial environment. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

WG-09: Minimum Qualifications: Ability to do the work of a(n) Electroplater without more than normal supervision. - Your resume must reflect experience which shows your ability to do the work of an Electroplater without more than normal supervision which includes the ability to (1) Perform electroplating and metal finishing on different types of metals of equipment used in manufacturing/industrial environment;(2) Determine thickness of plating; (3) Determine kinds of plating or metal finishing to use for types of metals; and (4) Determine amount of electric current in amperes and length of plating time. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work requires frequent standing, stooping, bending and reaching. Required to lift/carry items weighing up to 44 lbs.Mechanical lifting devices/other employees are available to assist with lifts of 45lbs. and over. While operating the crane, the employee pulls and depresses various hand and foot controls, and must be able to bend and twist their bodies to observe the load and its clearance over and around other objects, and keep their balance during starting and stopping motions of the crane.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside in shop area having adequate lighting and ventilation. Protection from exposure to burns, scalds, and skin irritations requires the employee to wear uncomfortable safety equipment such as rubber gloves, rubber aprons, goggles, face shields, or respirator. Handles hazardous waste as required. While operating the crane heat maybe uncomfortable while working indoors near the ceiling, and the employee is subject to falls while climbing to and from the control cab.

Requirements for Position:

· Appointment may be subject to suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a complete background investigation.

· This position requires the completion of a pre-employment physical and annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of this position.

· This position is subject to the 1996 Lautenburg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position.

· The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.

· Due to the nature of this position, employees may be required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime.

· This position may require shift work to provide coverage on evening, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

· Duties which are subject to Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations regarding hazardous wastes.

· This position requires the employee to use Personal Protective Equipment to include a respirator.

· This position has a requirement to lift up to 44 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.

· Subject to a 1 year probationary/trial period

· Selective Service Registration

· Proof of US Citizenship

· Direct Deposit of Pay

Benefits Offered:

· Paid time off

· Health Insurance

· Dental Insurance

· Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts, such as HSAs or FSAs

· Other types of insurance

· Retirement benefits or accounts

· Child Care benefits

· Gym memberships or discounts

· Commuting/travel assistance

· Employee discounts

Other benefits include both a Federal Pension and a Thrift Savings Plan (a 401k-style investment plan with up to 5% employer matching.) Access to a free 24/7 on-site gym, discounted travel, vacation and event tickets, free parking and discounted rentals for camping, party rentals, etc.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.70 - $29.99 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Watervliet, NY 12189 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Watervliet, NY 12189: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $30