Ordnance Equipment Repairer (Explosives Oper/FLO)

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) Ordnance Equipment Repairer (Explosives Oper/FLO) ~ without more than normal supervision. 1 – Performing standard repair and/or test of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic components and assemblies. 2 – Operating automatic machines that perform explosives work involving demilitarization or renovation such as pull-apart machines, delinking machines, or other renovation machines. – Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Position frequently stand, bend, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Work is occasionally performed in a sitting position while making repairs at a work bench or operating test stands and consoles. Work regularly requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying various sizes and shapes of components and parts weighing up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds). They occasionally handle similar items weighing up to 45 kilograms (100 pounds).Work involves lifting and working on production including standing, reaching, bending, stooping and manipulating carrying of items weighing up to 40 pounds lines at rhythmic pace for extended periods parts and using machines and hand tools. During fork lift operation, physical effort is required in braking and steering, manipulation of clutch, shift, lifting and tilting mechanisms. WORKING CONDITIONS: The work is normally performed inside shop areas, with occasional outside work in areas that are sometimes noisy and drafty; however, they are generally well heated and ventilated. There is frequent exposure to cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, and injury from possible ruptured lines or component failure during high pressure testing. Repairers occasionally must wear face masks and protective clothing when there is the possibility of exposure to toxic fuels and acids, and they are occasionally required to work in close proximity to explosive components and devices.Work is performed on the demolition range and outside on ramps and storage areas when weather is often inclement. There are assignments where dirt, grease, noise, and odors are often disagreeable. Required to wear protective clothing which is specially made and treated for working on explosives; including safety shoes, glasses, gas masks, and coveralls. There is a chance of injuries ranging from loss of life to burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, and nausea.
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) Facilities in the Department of Defense to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with the Joint Munitions Command located at Tooele Army Depot.