MACHINIST LEADER (EXPERT)

Full Job Description

You will serve as a MACHINIST LEADER (EXPERT) in the MECHANICAL SHOP, PRODUCTION RESOURCES DEPARTMENT of PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD.

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 LEAD OR SUPERVISE * Performing and guiding others in the overhaul of components and/or planning, setup, operation, and programming of machine tools of every variety, manual and Computer Numerical Control (CNC).

* Utilizing advance shop mathematics, including geometric and trigonometric formulas to compute compound and complex dimensions and features.

* Testing and repairing equipment after completion of work to ensure proper operation. * Recognize possible safety hazards and take steps to eliminate or control hazards.

* Leading others by assuring that all work assignments are carried out, improving trade processes, inspecting work, identifying deficiencies and implementing corrective actions.

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-3400 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. Major Duties:

• You will inspect completed and in process work for quality of workmanship and adherence to requirements, specifications, standards, plans and schedules.
• You will train and mentor less skilled employees. Demonstrate proper work methods and discuss viable alternatives, considerations, etc.
• You will be responsible for performing research to continually improve trade processes and keep shop personnel aware of new technologies, procedures, best practices, and tooling improvements.
• You will ensure that safety and housekeeping rules are followed.
• You will plan, operate, and troubleshoot various types of equipment utilized to manufacture and overhaul marine components from start to post-work review.
• You will pass instructions received from supervisors and provide overview of tasks to be performed to other workers.