Clarification from the agency

Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - "Federal employees-Excepted service"

• Test, troubleshoot, repair, adapt, and modify various unique Nuclear Missile Weapon Systems and components in both Launch and Missile Alert Facilities.
• Install, maintain, repair, troubleshoot, modify, inoperable or malfunctioning air conditioning units at ICBM missile alert facilities and launch facilities.
• Modify, troubleshoot, and repair Missile electronic subsystems such as programmer group, digital data group and systems distribution box containing essential system resistors, rectifiers, switches, relays, capacitors, and regulators.
• Perform as Assistant Team Chief with specific responsibilities along with the Team Chief to perform complex Missile System site entry and exit procedures, using Missile Entry Control System compounded with a unique Missile Electronic Encryption Device that does not allow for error.
• Repair water leaks, cracks and bulges in steel liner of the Launch Facility Primary Access, Launch Tube, Launcher equipment room, Launch Control Center and Launch Control equipment room liners, electrical, communication and refrigerant coolant conduits using a variety of specialized tools, equipment and hazardous materials.
• Utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized. Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Subject to shift rotation, irregular shifts, and weekend work. Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
• Must meet all requirements of the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) IAW DoD5210.42_AFMAN13-501 permitting work on or in close proximity of critical components and/or nuclear devices. Position is Critical PRP Code "A".
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Must be able to certify in explosive ordnance handling, welding, CPR, and Qualify Firearms Shotgun training. Must be able to wear a respirator and SCBA.
• This position may require travel.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• This position may require: use firearms or ammunition; sell or dispose of firearms or ammunition; receive, possess, ship or transport firearms; or other duties, activities or responsibilities covered by the Gun Control Act.
• Selectee must have no convictions of a crime of domestic violence.
• A pre-employment physical examination will be required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with the ability to acquire a Commercial driver’s license.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

TARGETED POSITION: This position is a developmental WG-08 Target WG-11 position. This position may be filled at any grade level. Individual selected may be promoted without further competition, upon meeting all legal and regulatory requirements. Starting salary indicated on this vacancy announcement is for the (WG-08). Attainment of knowledge, skills, and abilities is required before promotion to the next higher grade and is dependent on demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the next higher grade level, meeting all regulatory requirements, and recommendation for promotion by the supervisor. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. This position may be subject to a formalized training program and pay retention of 150% of the maximum rate of the basic pay is authorized for candidates requesting a Voluntary Change to lower Grade. Military Spouse candidates exercising their preference will be placed at the full performance level, if considered to be best qualified and selected.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5300 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is the Ability to Do the Work of the Position Without More Than Normal Supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of principles and troubleshooting methods of (AC/DC) electrical systems, subsystems and solid-state circuitry.
2. Knowledge of a wide range of welding principles, processes, and difficult techniques: and of welding standards and how various metals and metal alloys react to different welding processes and techniques.
3. Knowledge of Minuteman Missile Support Systems.
4. Knowledge of principles of Environmental Control, pneumatic, hydraulic systems and emergencypower generating systems including mechanical, air and electronic controllers for the systems.
5. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices and procedures.
6. Skill using hand tools, power tools and special test equipment such as ohmmeters, hazardouscurrent meters, bridge wire resistance meters, and acetylene/electrical arc welders.
7. Knowledge of the principles and theories of air conditioning and refrigeration and properties ofrefrigerants.
8. Knowledge of mechanical, electromechanical, and pneumatic principles to inspect, install, test,maintain and repair primary and auxiliary power control equipment.
9. Knowledge of regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance anddocumentation.
10. Ability to troubleshoot complex problems on large projects and applying prescribed testprocedures.
11. Ability to read and interpret instructions, blueprints, drawings, sketches, and specifications.
12. Knowledge of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment assembly, installation and repair.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Physical Effort:
Crawling, bending and standing in various tiring and strained positions in very tight places. Requires lifting, carrying and pulling equipment weighing up to 60 pounds on a regular basis without assistance. On occasions may be required to assist in lifting and carrying items weighing over 150pounds either manually or with mechanical devices. Reaching and working overhead while standing on ladders, scaffolding and elevator work platforms.

Working Conditions:
Works in areas of hazardous explosives, rocket engine propellant MMH, toxic vapors and fluids, high noise, high pneumatic and hydraulic pressures and often extreme weather conditions with below zero temperatures, severe winds averaging 50 MPH and wind chills of 40 degrees below zero. Exposure to Hantavirus (a deadly rodent spread virus), dirt, grease, oil and various cleaning chemicals. Will often work at heights up to 90 feet in confined areas. Must comply with missile safety requirements and wear all required safety equipment for each task. All areas within the missile facilities require

This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 86) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.