Job summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain competitive positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as a Welder, responsible for the fabrication, modification, repair, assembly, & installation of various types of metal and alloy parts, equipment, systems, & structures such as dredges, towboats, barges, tractors, cranes, derrick boats, drag lines, quarter boats, bouys, buildings,etc

Major duties

Performs the required planning, layout and fitting work involved in the construction, maintenance and repair of equipment and structures. Perform sheet metal work involving 30 to 16 gauged metals, such as galvanized iron, stainless steel, tin, copper, lead, zinc, and aluminum. Determining the welding techniques to use and select the proper materials such as the right size and type of welding electrodes or rods. Constructing elbows of any degree and size up to 48 inches in diameter; flumes; conduits; multi-sided shapes and irregular configuration. Assuring material is ordered and delivered to work sites so work is not delayed. Performing pressure work related to steam lines and boilers which are subject to Coast Guard inspection and approval. Utilizing templates, heavy shop machines and equipment, sledge hammers, chisels, bars, wrenches, expanders, bolt cutters, drills, cutting torches, etc.

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. Duties include: Constructing a wide range of welds from simple to moderate welding; determining disassemble or repair necessary and materials to be used; Working with light, heavy gauge and hardened metals, welding all the various types of weldable items assigned, using flat, vertical, horizontal, at overhead positions. utilizing templates, jigs, blueprints and other guides to repair, modify or fabricate metal items for all types of equipment, including repair of light or intricately made mechanical parts. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort: Work involves standing, walking, stooping, climbing and crawling. Work may be performed in an awkward or cramped position. Incumbent frequently handles, lifts, or carries parts or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasionally may lift and carry items weighing more. Working Conditions: Work is performed both inside and outside. Incumbent is subject to injury from lifting and operating machines; burns from electric arc, gas torches, and molten metal; and danger exists to the eyes from metal chips, electric arc, rust and dust. There is also the danger of explosive gases.

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. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.