Machine Tool Operator

U.S. Pacific Fleet•Bremerton, WA

About The Position

You will serve as a Machine Tool Operator in the Production Resources Department of PSNS and IMF. The position involves machining operations and disassembly, repair, assembly, and testing of ship machinery components. Work includes inspecting components such as valves, pumps, forced draft blowers, laundry and galley equipment, and air compressors, and reporting their condition. You will operate conventional machine tools to machine various metals and alloys, perform setups, select tooling, and control feeds and speeds. You will also use hand tools and measuring instruments, interpret blueprints for dimensional and surface-finish requirements and work sequences, and maintain a safe, orderly worksite. The position requires continuous use of personal protective equipment and work in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents may be present. Duties may involve travel, including to remote or isolated sites; work in small or confined spaces; lifting or carrying loads up to 60 pounds; and climbing ladders and scaffolding. A security clearance must be obtained and maintained. The position may require an uncommon work tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as overtime or night differential hours.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct-deposit pay program.
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check if a new Department of the Navy employee.
Must meet the applicable Office of Personnel Management qualification requirements for Trades and Labor Occupations and demonstrate the knowledge and skill to perform the work without more than normal supervision.
Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
Must wear required personal protective equipment continuously for the duration of the work shift.
Must participate in medical surveillance programs.
Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods; travel may include CONUS, OCONUS, and remote or isolated sites.
Must be able to work in small and/or confined spaces, lift or carry up to 60 pounds, and climb ladders and scaffolding.
Must be able to identify color coding of materials and read small scales down to 1/64 inch.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Retired military members appointed to a civilian DoD position within 180 days of retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.
Must be able to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to meet mission requirements; overtime or night differential and unusual duty hours may be required.
Must work in areas with potentially harmful physical and chemical agents and exposure to high noise levels.

Responsibilities

Perform machining operations and disassemble, repair, and assemble equipment.
Disassemble and inspect machinery components using measurements and visual inspection, and report conditions found orally or in writing.
Repair, assemble, and test components in accordance with specifications.
Operate conventional machine tools, including engine and turret lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and shapers, to machine metal castings, forgings, bar stock, and fabricated materials.
Set up machines, select tooling, operate equipment, and establish and control feeds and speeds for successive operations.
Use grinders, drills, reamers, taps, dies, wrenches, chisels, files, scrapers, punches, hammers, and measuring instruments such as scales, micrometers, gauges, and calipers.
Read and understand blueprints to determine work-piece dimensions and surface-finish requirements or sequences for component disassembly and assembly.
Maintain a clean and orderly worksite and follow safety regulations and safe work practices.
Ensure machine tools and equipment are operated properly and safely.