ELECTROPLATER

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The primary purpose of this position is to perform the full range of electroplating operations on new or unusual work including operations that require plating or treatment of limited or precisely defined areas on parts.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-3700 Metal Processing 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: Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.

(includes blueprint reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Metals Dexterity and Safety Working Conditions: Work is usually performed in areas that are adequately lighted, ventilated, and heated, and safety controlled.

Frequently exposed to acid solutions, solvents, hot waxes, noxious fumes, excessive humidity, and a variety of caustic chemicals.

Protections from exposure to burns, scalds, and skin irritations often requires the workers to wear uncomfortable safety equipment such as rubber gloves, rubber aprons, goggles, face shields, or respirators.

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.

Major Duties:

Independently performs the full range of electroplating operations to include surface modification technologies on precisely defined areas of new or unusual areas of aircraft engine and aircraft components Incumbent independently performs precision electroplating operations using specialized reusable conforming anodes.

Independently works with engineering to develop and prototype new anodes, fixtures, and repair processes.

Independently performs high speed silver-plating on seal or bearing surfaces that are subject to lubrication and masks with wax or electroplating tape to avoid chemical damage to surface areas.

Utilizes safety practice and procedures following established safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment.