Fabric Worker

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Executive Order (E.O.) 12721 Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 People with Disabilities, Schedule A Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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 an Fabric Worker without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common application of knowledge of the nature and characteristics of parachute canopy material, the harness, lines, risers, pack, hardware and other components in order to judge the need for their repair and/or replacement. I can 1) Use blueprints, drawings, sketches, verbal instructions and manuals to accomplish work; and 2) Selecting proper threads to be used, methods of stitching, and type and size of hems and seams. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. – Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen Out Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Measurement and Layout Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Physical Efforts- Stands at worktables to measure, mark and cut materials. Sits for long periods while operating sewing machines or doing hand sewing. Does a considerable amount of stooping, bending and kneeling, and continually uses arms, hands, fingers in pulling and positioning materials, sewing, and using tools such as shears and electric knives. May occasionally work in cramped areas, on ladders and scaffolds, and overhead. Frequently lifts and carries items that weigh up to 30 pounds; occasionally handles items that are consistently heavier and bulkier, and that weigh up to 50 pounds. Occasionally lifts heavier items with assistance. Working Conditions- Usually works in shops or other enclosed areas that are adequately lighted ventilated and heated. Subject to cuts, bruises, punctures, scratches, and other minor injuries or irritation from handling sharp tools and materials treated with special finishes. Dust and lint form fabrics and fumes and odors from glues, preservatives and cleaners are present. Subject to noise from sewing machines. Works on ladders and scaffolds when hanging or installing completed items. Sometimes works outside. May wear protective devices such as safety shoes and glasses, respirators and machine guards.
About the Position: This position is located at USAJFK SPECIAL WARFARE CENTER & SCHOOL 1ST SPECIAL WARFARE TRNG GROUP (ABN) SUPPORT BATTALION COMPANY C, RIGGER SECTION, at Fort Liberty, North Carolina.