What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER position at US Air Force?
Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to work with and lead crew of non-supervisory workers within the Structures shop. The position plans, coordinates, and lead crews during in-house construction and repair projects. Crews consist of multi-crafted workers to include carpenters, roofers, maintenance mechanics, welders, sheet metal mechanics, and Door Systems Mechanics. Responsibilities Performs two or more of the following non-leader duties Responsible for leading workers in following planned tasks : Leads workers by assisting in the determination of equipment, facilities and materials to be used on a daily or by project basis. Ensures the crew members adheres to work priorities, project schedules, resources and detailed work plans established by the supervisor Performs work direction responsibilities. Performs work direction responsibilities. Assigns work to individuals and provides technical direction and help in accomplishing work steps and processes Ensures that employees being lead utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit of his / her required safety equipment and clothing that of crew members Uses and maintains tools. Maintains bench stock levels of parts, materials, tools, and equipment at prescribed levels. Uses plumb line, caulk lines, levels, and dividers, calipers, marking gauges framing squares, jointers, shapers, routers, saws, and lathes Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS : Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4700 General Maintenance and Operations Work Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, 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 of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of a MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER without more than normal supervision JOB ELEMENTS : Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and / or competencies in the following areas : Knowledge of carpentry, masonry, and sheet metal, door systems, welding, and machinist work methods and techniques and skill in constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying structures and ability to produce finished products with precise fits, accurate dimensions, structural soundness, and acceptable appearance Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures, and ability to apply safety and environmental standards and requirement Knowledge of shop mathematics and regulations to plan, compute, and lay put assigned projects Skill in formulating plans and templates involving straight and curved edges or irregular curves, angles and planes and in developing patterns to include geometric projection and triangulation and the ability to read and interpret complex building diagrams sketches, and technical specifications Skill in setting-up, operating and maintain a variety of precision equipment and power tools Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and in writing PHYSICAL EFFORT : The work requires considerable bending, kneeling, standing, and stooping. On-site typically requires crawling climbing on ladder, scaffolds, and rooftops. Work encompasses serious physical exertion when bending and shaping the more complex items in handling larger and bulkier material. Requires physical effort in which includes prolonged sanding on production lines; climbing up and down ladders and scaffolds; working in cramped and awkward positions or extended periods. Frequently requires heavy lifting up to 90 pounds while carrying building materials. WORKING CONDITIONS : Work inside shop and outside on the job sites. In shops, is exposed to moderate to high noise levels from operating machinery, sawdust in the air, glue fumes, and hazards associated with woodworking and related power equipment. At job sites may be exposed to weather conditions and hazards of working on and around scaffolds and ladders and are subject' cuts, bruises, burns, and contusions. May require work in confined areas, such as crawl spaces and attics, which may be dusty and dirty. Use protective devices such as earplugs, safety glasses, respirators and gloves. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE : Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE : Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) : For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants) : Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register : This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible : MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain / download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible : PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain / download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Incentives : Recruitment and / or retention incentives may or may not be used. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on / after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
