Job description
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: The incumbent will serve as a Target Devices Repairer at the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security (DPTMS) in Fort Sill, OK.
Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Target Device Repairer ~ without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common Target Devices Repairer duties including to install, repair, replace, recondition, troubleshoot, field test and/or shop test target mechanisms and hit sensor devices; use general electrical and mechanical hand tools (such as, soldering iron, radial arm and electrical hand saws, hand drill; use oxygen-acetylene welder for flatwork cutting and welding; read technical manuals, schematic diagrams and similar guides which cover operation and maintenance of target systems and testing techniques; Operates tractors equipped with mowers, bucket, or blade on steep hills or in rough terrain to perform range maintenance. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT The work involves considerable standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, crawling and climbing up and down a steep flight of stairs (30-foot control tower) or embankments. Work may be done in awkward and cramped positions Operation of truck and tractor requires frequent arm and leg movement to operate and manipulate controls. Work may require working on ladders and towers to accomplish maintenance work. Frequently handles objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally handles objects weighing 100 pounds or over with assistance. Requires prolonged standing on concrete floors and walking over rough and uneven terrain. WORKING CONDITIONS Works inside and outside during all types of weather conditions. Stands on concrete floors and works on ranges in rough terrain. Exposed to dangers of live fire ranges, pyrotechnics, lasers and explosives. Operates truck and tractor on paved and unimproved roads in all types of weather and is exposed to the possibility of serious accidents. There is exposure to excessive noise and smoke from the training of military units on the ranges and possibility of injury and burns and explosions; dirt, grease, odors, dust, and fumes while performing maintenance; and possible danger from electric shock, battery acid spills, and falls from range towers and ladders. Safety glasses, ear protection devices, gloves, hard hats, welding hoods, goggles, face shields, and aprons are issued or available. There is some discomfort when wearing protective clothing.
Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Target Device Repairer ~ without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common Target Devices Repairer duties including to install, repair, replace, recondition, troubleshoot, field test and/or shop test target mechanisms and hit sensor devices; use general electrical and mechanical hand tools (such as, soldering iron, radial arm and electrical hand saws, hand drill; use oxygen-acetylene welder for flatwork cutting and welding; read technical manuals, schematic diagrams and similar guides which cover operation and maintenance of target systems and testing techniques; Operates tractors equipped with mowers, bucket, or blade on steep hills or in rough terrain to perform range maintenance. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT The work involves considerable standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, crawling and climbing up and down a steep flight of stairs (30-foot control tower) or embankments. Work may be done in awkward and cramped positions Operation of truck and tractor requires frequent arm and leg movement to operate and manipulate controls. Work may require working on ladders and towers to accomplish maintenance work. Frequently handles objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally handles objects weighing 100 pounds or over with assistance. Requires prolonged standing on concrete floors and walking over rough and uneven terrain. WORKING CONDITIONS Works inside and outside during all types of weather conditions. Stands on concrete floors and works on ranges in rough terrain. Exposed to dangers of live fire ranges, pyrotechnics, lasers and explosives. Operates truck and tractor on paved and unimproved roads in all types of weather and is exposed to the possibility of serious accidents. There is exposure to excessive noise and smoke from the training of military units on the ranges and possibility of injury and burns and explosions; dirt, grease, odors, dust, and fumes while performing maintenance; and possible danger from electric shock, battery acid spills, and falls from range towers and ladders. Safety glasses, ear protection devices, gloves, hard hats, welding hoods, goggles, face shields, and aprons are issued or available. There is some discomfort when wearing protective clothing.