Welder

Summary Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with the Directorate of Industrial Operations. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time. This position requires the incumbent to possess, or obtain and maintain, a valid regular or official U.S. Passport. Term employment is subject to a one year trial period. Employees serving a trial period can be removed with limited appeal rights. This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer. Incumbent must be able to qualify on (GMAW Aluminum) (GTAW Aluminum) welding processes. Qualifications 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) Welder ~ without more than normal supervision. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Minimum Experience Requirement: I have the ability to perform common welding duties. I can use electric, acetylene and/or inert gas to weld metals of various sizes, shapes and thicknesses; interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, jigs, positioning and clamping templates, and laying out work to repair, modify and/or fabricate metal items; determine appropriate welding techniques and machine settings to be used; select proper size and type of electrodes and/or rods; performing cold spray coatings to various items. Physical Effort: Work requires standing, walking, stooping, bending, climbing, crawling and working on elevated platforms. Work may be in cramped and awkward positions. Handles objects weighing up to, and occasionally greater than, 50 pounds while setting up and performing work. Working Conditions: Will be required to work indoors and outdoors in the elements. Indoor work will be performed on concrete floors. Travel to temporary duty locations may be required. Work areas may be dirty, smoky and noisy with constant exposure to odors and fumes. Workers are subject to the typical discomforts associated with personal protective equipment to prevent smoke inhalation, burns, cuts, eye injuries and bruises. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Read more 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.