ELECTRONIC ALARMS SYSTEM MECHANIC

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: I have the ability to perform common tasks including 1) Installing, testing, repairing and performing preventive maintenance on various fire alarm and security systems, digital switch systems, circuits, equipment, and controls; 2) Interpreting and applying building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and engineering draws; 3) Using hand tools and test equipment (e.g., wire cutters/strippers, drills/soldering irons, voltmeters, ammeters, wattmeter, ohmmeters, test meters, and test lamps). I work under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. 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.
You will serve as an ELECTRONIC ALARMS SYSTEM MECHANIC in the FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT BRANCH of NAV FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND SE This position at NAVFAC Southeast, advances your career in a challenging and inclusive, yet flexible environment where YOU truly make a difference! Be part of an organization that values YOUR unique skillset, fosters YOUR professional development, and gives YOU the opportunity to grow into tomorrows leader.