Maintenance Mechanic

United States Space Force • Patrick AFB, FL

20d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide full performance level sheet metal mechanic, carpentry, and masonry work in constructing, installing, maintaining, repairing, and modifying structures and items requiring close tolerance fit, structural soundness, fine finishes, and decorative effects.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license will be required for the position
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance
• Ability to do the work of a WG-4749 MAINTENANCE MECHANIC without more than normal supervision.
• Knowledge of carpentry and sheet metal work methods and techniques; and masonry techniques when using brick, block, and stone.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures and environmental standards and requirements; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation.
• Knowledge of advanced shop mathematics to plan, compute, and lay out more complex projects.
• Skill in cutting and shaping to complete corners; constructing, installing, repairing, and modifying structures; formulating plans and templates involving straight and curved edges or irregular curves, angles, and planes; developing patterns to include geometric projection and triangulation; setting-up, operating, and maintaining a variety of precision equipment and power and hand tools/equipment; and fabricating complex items from a variety of materials, such as galvanized or stainless steel, black iron, aluminum, copper sheet, magnesium, honeycomb material, and alloys.
• Ability to inspect and evaluate structural damage to sheet metal systems sufficient to plan and accomplish repairs; produce finished products with precise fits, accurate dimensions, structural soundness, and acceptable appearance; and perform decorative brickwork through placement of brick of different colors to create various designs and patterns.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and technical specifications; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position.
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position.
• May be required to be certified for working with and/or removing hazardous material.

Responsibilities

• Plans and lays out work from blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, and work orders in the construction and maintenance of installation facilities.
• Develops patterns, cuts, forms, joins, assembles, and installs items and systems which have combined straight and curved edges or irregular curves, angles, and planes.
• Independently applies skilled methods, techniques, and advanced shop mathematics to construct, install, repair, and modify a wide variety of structures.
• Performs masonry tasks involved in the maintenance, repair, alteration, and construction of interior and exterior surfaces and structures.
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Uses and maintains tools and equipment.
• Will be required to train/guide lower graded (or other trades) military/civilian employees.
• May be required to be certified for working with and/or removing hazardous material.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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