Job Description

Summary

As a Locksmith, WG-4804-10 you will be responsible for the installation, removal, and maintenance of wood and metal, laboratory, office and general entrance doors in the Maryland Facilities Management Branch (MFMB).

Overview

• Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

12/26/2023 to 01/04/2024

Salary

$31.91 - $37.28 per hour

Pay scale & grade

WG 10

Location

2 vacancies in the following location:

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

No

Travel Required

Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Appointment type

Permanent -

Work schedule

Full-time -

Service

Competitive

Promotion potential

10

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

No

Security clearance

Drug test

No

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

Announcement number

NIH-ORF-DE-24-12224062

Control number

767301600

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Foreign nationals or legal permanent residents are not eligible for consideration.

Duties

As a Locksmith, you will:

• Perform duties of the carpenter trade using power, wood and metal working tools, machines, and techniques.
• Inspect and maintain panic hardware (electronic door closers of low voltage), hinges, lock sets, latches, knobs, weather stripping, door frames, sashes, low voltages electronic door controls, relays, switches, and door bolts.
• Troubleshoot sophisticated electromagnet, panic, and fire door devises, which contain electronic components that compensate for heat with fixed temperature and rate of rise features.
• Repair and maintain roll-up doors.
• Inspect and repair card-key security systems, fire alarms and security systems and alarms.
• Assist journeyman level mechanics in the fields of carpentry, electric, HVAC/R, plumbing, pipefitting, masonry, and grounds maintenance.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• This position is an Emergency Essential position.
• Position has physical requirements.
• Selectee must posses and maintain a current valid driver\'s license.
• This position requires shift work.
• This Position has on-call or call-back requirements.
• Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• Position is covered by a bargaining unit (union).

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 do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.

• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic).
• Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc (includes blueprint reading).
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.
• Troubleshoot.

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.

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.

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Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• This position is designated as an "

" position and the selected candidate will be considered an " " 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. * You must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 100 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.

• You must be able to stand for prolonged periods on concrete floors and walk over rough and uneven terrain with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The selectee must be able to bend, stoop, walk, stand, and climb, and work in cramped positions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• You may work in hazardous environments or handle hazardous substances.
• The selectee must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions.
• 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 motor vehicle license.
• If selected, you will be covered by a bargaining unit (union).
• A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
• 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 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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• Benefits

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