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BOILER PLANT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Department of the Navy
U.S. Marine Corps

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
04/30/2026 to 05/05/2026
Salary
$34.71 - $40.55 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Quantico, VA
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
DE-12948129-26-DG
Control number
867069300

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens.

Duties

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  • You will plan and lay out work from blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, guides, codes, and work orders.
  • You will troubleshoot heating boilers, heating systems, and fuel power boilers with complex problems and extensive repairs requiring judgement to locate malfunctions.
  • You will install, modify, overhaul, repair, and maintain a variety of complex heating boilers and/or heating systems, single and multiple fuel power boilers, and associated auxiliary and pollution control and equipment.
  • You will utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.
  • You will perform soldering and oxyacetylene welding, cutting, and brazing to shafts, pulleys, bodies, etc.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to possess and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
  • Emergency overtime may be required.
  • You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
  • You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
  • You may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
  • You most possess the skills necessary to operate an elevating work platform (scissor lift) and a forklift. Certification provided by the Command.
  • You will be subject to possible burns, electrical shocks, cuts, strains, bruises, and chemical irritations.
  • You will be subject to discomfort from face masks or other productive devices when there is a possibility of exposure to chemicals, heat, steam, noise, noxious gases, fumes, or acids.
  • You will occasionally work outside, on top of buildings, in drafty attic spaces, and in cramped areas with low overheads.
  • You will be subject to lifting, carrying, and handling equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds with assistance.
  • You will be subject to frequent stooping, stretching, bending, kneeling, and working in tiring, uncomfortable positions for long periods.
  • You will be subject to frequent movement and maneuvering of large, heavy equipment using hoists, holders, and pulleys as required.

Qualifications

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.

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: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision: Interprets and applies complex building plan, blueprints, wriring diagrams, enfinering drawing and maintenance repair manuals to determine material, tooks and equipment needed.

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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

U.S. Marine Corps

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Agency contact information

John Timberlake
Email
john.timberlake@usmc.mil
Address
MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO
2004 Barnett Avenue
Quantico, VA 22134
US

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