Job Summary

You will serve as a ELECTRONICS MECHANIC in the ELECTRONICS SHOP, PRODUCTION RESOURCES DEPARTMENT of PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Job Description

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: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION: Ability to plan tasks, make sound operational decisions, and manage responsibilities independently. Ability to follow verbal directions accurately, perform routine equipment operations, sort materials, and maintain a clean, organized work area. Ability to assemble, disassemble, install, test, calibrate, and repair mechanical or electrical components and systems. Ability to utilize knowledge of AC/DC circuits, electromagnetic principles, and signal behavior; proficient in reading schematics, tracing circuits, and isolating component faults. Ability to utilize electronic test instruments-ranging from multimeters to advanced diagnostic tools like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers-to test, tune, and verify systems. Ability to coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams, support project leadership, and strictly follow safety protocols in hazardous environments. 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 AND https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-2600 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.