Job summary

You will serve as a MARINE MACHINERY MECHANIC (NUCLEAR) in the Mechanical Shop (Code 930) Production Resources Department Manager (Code 901), Production Resources Department (Code 900)of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Major duties

You will overhaul, repair, modify and participate in the test and refueling of nuclear reactor plant systems and associated components. You will install, adjusts set and repair or replace, various controls and regulation of safety devices such as meters, gages, valves, switches and automatic alarms. You will perform on-the­ site machining of parts, test the operations of machinery, and repair valves (primary and secondary), pumps, actuators, operatives, etc. You will use various portable machine tools, such as seal weld cutting machines, portable milling machines, facing machines, and drills. You will use precision measuring instruments as height gages, depth gages, calipers, verniers, various types of micrometers, and protractors. You will be required to read the work from blueprints, sketches, and specifications in determining critical dimensions and key reference points. You will examine and troubleshoot to determine the extent of repairs required, materials or parts needed, and to estimate the time required to complete repairs. You will disassemble, repair, and rebuild components and assemblies such as shafts, propellers, rudders, engines, and sea valves. You will operate machinery and equipment for launching systems, torpedo tubes, periscopes, antennas, sonar, and radar equipment; and other shipboard equipment such as air compressors, feed pumps, condensers, and air ejectors. You will independently dismantle, move, and relocate various types of submarine and shipboard machinery such as turbines, generators, diesel engines, and their accessories or install new machinery.

Qualification

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION: Reading the work from blueprints, sketches, and specifications in determining critical dimensions and key reference points. Using and have knowledge of arithmetic, practical mathematical calculations, trade theories, and shop practices necessary to calculate needed materials and problem solving. Independently dismantle, move, and relocate various types of submarine and shipboard machinery such as turbines, generators, diesel engines, and their accessories or install new machinery. Using and have knowledge of installation and repair of complex marine equipment and machinery such as steering assemblies, main shafting, power drives, main propulsion reduction gears, lubricating and control systems, and catapult retraction systems. Disassembling, repairing, and rebuilding components and assemblies such as shafts, propellers, rudders, engines, and sea valves; operating machinery and equipment for launching systems, torpedo tubes, periscopes, antennas, sonar, and radar equipment; and other shipboard equipment such as air compressors, feed pumps, condensers, and air ejectors. Examining and troubleshooting to determine the extent of repairs required, materials or parts needed, and to estimate the time required to complete repairs. Defueling and refueling nuclear reactor plants and making repairs and adjustments to various systems associated with the reactor. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following job elements: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION ABILITY TO INTERPRET INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS, INCLUDING BLUEPRINT READING ABILITY TO WORK AS A MEMBER OF A TEAM KNOWLEDGE OF EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION, REPAIR, ETC. SHOP APTITUDE AND INTEREST TROUBLESHOOTING You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility and qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.