Job 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.

Major duties

Perform welder duties to include Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), Oxyacetylene Welding (OAW), Oxygen Arc Cutting (OAC), etc, in various positions. Perform work on steel, stainless steel, aluminum and titanium. Interpret engineering drawings, sketches, technical manuals or other guides to develop weld templates and/or fixturing for repair, modification and fabrication. Operate equipment including, but not limited to, band saws, metal shears, metal brakes, and air tools to cut and shape metal as needed. Utilize weld procedures specifications (WPS) to determine correct voltage, amperage, travel speed, electrode type, electrode size, preheat temperature, interpass temperature and all other essential variables to ensure materials are welded correctly. Performing cold spray coatings to production items.

Qualification

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.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. 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. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.