POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC
What you'd do
You will serve as a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC in Public Works Department, Commander, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam..
Major duties
You will troubleshoot, maintain, overhaul rebuild and make comparable major repairs to highly complex powered support systems. You will perform a full range of work involving in the repair on engines, generators, alternators, compressors, gear-trains, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical components. You will test equipment for proper operation, safety and accuracy. You will diagnosis and locate malfunctions and replace related equipment such as sensors, batteries, gauges, contactors, relays, lubricants and coolants You will work assignments involving the use of analytical knowledge and abilities to make decisions regarding the methods and procedures for completing complex assignments, which may involve extending the use of conventional tools and equipment. You will be responsible for selecting proper tools, devices, and equipment; complying with appropriate specifications that clearances, fittings, adjustments and settings are precisely and instructions in manuals, regulations and guides.
What you need to qualify
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: 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: You must have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks including: 1) Troubleshoot, repair or replace components such as gears, governors for controlling, hydraulic, air and pneumatic systems and controls, disassemble, reassemble, overhaul and adjust to specifications for proper operations. 2) Knowledge of maintaining, servicing, repairing and troubleshooting complex generation systems by working from schematics, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and maps of base electrical distribution system. 3) Must be able to read and use technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams, schematics and blueprints covering the complete assembly, troubleshooting and layout of power generating systems. 4) Test equipment for proper operation, safety and accuracy; 5) Must be able to use a wide range of complex troubleshooting and testing equipment for mechanical and electrical systems. (e.g. voltage meter, amp meter, etc.) 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.
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