ELECTRONICS MECHANIC

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The primary purpose of this position, ELECTRONICS MECHANIC, WG-2604-11, is to install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complete ground communications operational system(s) consisting of numerous complex integral components which require knowledge of a wide range of electronics principles and practices.

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

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-2600 Electronic Equipment Installation And 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: 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: Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair etc.

Use of Test Equipment: Electronics Theory of Electronics Ability To Use Hand and Power Tools -Electronics Trouble shooting (Electronic Equipment) Ingenuity (Ability To Suggest and Apply New Methods) 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 DEMANDS: Frequently lifts and carries, unassisted, items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Sometimes required to lift and carry items weighing more than 25 pounds with the help of weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers.

The work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping. Climbing and working in high places may be required.

Some work may require the aid of magnifying lenses, eye loops, and microscopes to accomplish repairs on miniature components.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Employee typically works in well lighted, heated, and ventilated areas.

Work is sometimes in high and restricted places, under conditions of heat and cold outside in inclement weather.

Exposed to the possibility of electric shock; burns from electrical or RF energy or hot solder; and cuts and bruises. Major Duties:

Install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair ground communications systems consisting of radio frequency (RF) monitor and test group equipment, high power amplification units, frequency generation equipment, intermediate frequency link amplifier (IFLA) and low noise equipment, and tracking equipment.

Set up and operate software controlled automatic test equipment (ATE) to test and troubleshoot complex electronics components and systems.

Use and maintain hand tools such as screwdrivers, drills, wrenches, soldering irons, and microsoldering units.

Utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.