Machine Tool Operator (Bench)

U.S. Pacific Fleet • Bremerton, WA

5h

About The Position

You will serve as a Machine Tool Operator (Bench) in the Resource Department, Code 900, Shop 31 of PSNS and IMF. The role involves using hand and pneumatic powered tools to perform minor machining, repair, and assembly of parts. You will use precision measuring equipment and interpret technical manuals, shop directives, blueprints, and repair and maintenance manuals to route and machine components efficiently. Work includes repairing components on valves, pumps, hydraulic cylinders, actuators, and condensers.

The position is primarily performed in a shop environment, with occasional work aboard ships in confined and congested areas. The role may involve exposure to potentially harmful physical and chemical agents, travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, an uncommon work tour that can include nights, weekends, and holidays, and overtime or night differential hours. Personal protective equipment is required throughout the work shift, and participation in medical surveillance programs is required. The position may also require qualifications for nuclear and radiological work.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program and successfully complete E-Verify employment verification if a new Department of the Navy employee.
• Must meet Selective Service registration requirements if male and born after 12-31-59.
• Must obtain and maintain the required interim and/or final security clearance before entrance on duty.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment, including helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators, and safety shoes, throughout the work shift.
• Must participate in medical surveillance programs.
• Must be able to travel, including on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods, to CONUS and OCONUS locations and potentially remote or isolated sites.
• Must be able to work an uncommon tour that may include nights, weekends, and holidays; overtime or night differential hours may be required.
• Must be able to lift or carry 60 pounds and occasionally more than 60 pounds.
• Must have vision sufficient to identify color coding and read small scales down to 1/64th of an inch.
• Must be able to work in positions involving stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing.
• May be assigned work requiring the ability to attain and maintain qualifications for nuclear and radiological work.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to perform the position duties, including the ability to do the work without more than normal supervision.
• Must meet the Office of Personnel Management Job Qualification Handbook requirements for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Responsibilities

• Use hand and pneumatic powered tools to perform minor machining, repair, and assembly of parts.
• Use precision measuring equipment to route components correctly and efficiently.
• Interpret and apply technical manuals, shop directives, blueprints, and repair and maintenance manuals.
• Machine parts to route components to the appropriate machining sections for repair.
• Repair components on valves, pumps, hydraulic cylinders, actuators, and condensers.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed