Summary Do you have experience with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of electronic industrial controls equipment? If so, please consider joining the NIH Office of Research Facilities (ORF)! As an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic, you will be responsible for the performance of technical and mechanical tasks of complex electronic industrial controls equipment to support NIH facilities. Responsibilities Coordinates efforts with technical and professional personnel on changes to equipment and operating specifications and exercises judgment and independence in determining methods to resolve installation and repair problems. Troubleshoots and repairs systems during operational tests, conducts procedures to cope with defects, and develops changes to schematics, drawings, and maintenance procedures. Develops, coordinates, and performs operational tests; analyzes input and output of microprocessors, integrated and discrete solid-state circuits, and transistor applications to recognize indications of improper operation. Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates electronic controls and indicating and recording systems used on industrial machinery, high-pressure boilers, centrifugal refrigeration units, air compressor units, and energy monitoring. Tests, repairs, overhauls, modifies, and calibrates electronic precision measurement equipment within the Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS). Performs specialized tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of highly complex equipment associated with Central Utilities. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C. 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 level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position. The approved job elements for this occupation are listed as follows: Ability to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc. Use of test equipment (electronics). Theory of electronics. Ability to use hand and power tools (electronics). Troubleshooting (electronic equipment). We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13002852 Education Additional Information This position is designated as an "emergency essential" position and the selected candidate will be considered an "emergency essential" employee and will be required to be available, ready, willing, and able to report for duty under all circumstances (e.g., inclement weather, government closings and holidays, lapses in appropriations, non-emergency and emergency situations) for operation 24 hours a day and 365 days per year coverage. Based on your appointment, a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period. You must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation. You must be able to stand for prolonged periods on concrete floors and walk over rough and uneven terrain with or without a reasonable accommodation. The selectee must be able to bend, stoop, walk, stand, and climb, and work in cramped positions with or without a reasonable accommodation. You may work in hazardous environments or handle hazardous substances. This position requires weekend hours, night shifts, regular or rotational shifts, holiday hours. This position has on-call or call-back requirements. If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination. The selectee must possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle license. If selected, you must be able to obtain a Refrigeration Transition and Recovery Certification within 90 days of appointment. Veterans' Preference only applies to Schedule A (disability appointment), HHS Reemployment Priority List (RPL) Eligibles, HHS Priority Reemployment List (PRL) Eligibles, and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable). We may make additional selections for similar positions within the commuting area(s) of the locations listed through this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s). Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions. The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. 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