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Duties - Performs any and all type of outside plant communications cable maintenance, installation, and Quality Assurance (QA) of communication systems to include fiber optics and modifications of maintenance work upon the various cable circuits and associated systems to include telephone, radio, alarms and computer data circuits. - Provides for planning, analysis, design, development, testing, QA, configuration, implementation, integration, maintenance and/or administration of network systems including LAN, WAN, and Internet/Intranet inside plant systems. - Performs scheduled Preventive Maintenance Inspections (PMIs) and unscheduled maintenance and repair on Rotatable Log Periodic (RLP), OMNI-directional, High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF), and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) antennas to include compressors and air dehydrator systems. - Performs other duties as assigned. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Requirements Conditions of employment * U.S. Citizenship Required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov * A security clearance may be required * This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * Disclosure of Political Appointments * Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit * Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period * Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest * Shift work and emergency overtime may be required * Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast and depth * The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. A valid state driver's license shall be required for the position. The work requires the employee to possess or be able to obtain a valid government vehicle operators permit * Work may require the ability to operate heavy equipment such as tractor trailers, cable trailers, pole trailers, cable reel trucks, backhoes, low profile truck, tractors with front end loaders, trenchers * high-reach equipment such as bucket trucks and light motor vehicles up to 2 1/2 tons. * May work with hazardous material such as asbestos or accumulated waste. Employee will be required to wear protective clothing and gear on these and other occasions * May be required to travel by commercial or military aircraft in the performance of temporary duty * This position may include information assurance (IA) work as an additional duty. Per DoD 8570.01-M, the recipient of this additional duty must achieve the appropriate IA certification within six months of assignment of these duties * A waiver of this six month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.01-M, C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3. Failure to receive the proper IA certification may result in the reassignment of this additional duty to another employee within the organization * This is a drug testing designated position. Employee is subject to random testing for drug use * Must have the ability to obtain/maintain Secret clearance * On-Call duty is a requirement of this position Qualifications 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-2500, Wire Communications Equipment Installation and Maintenance Group. 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 a WG-2502 TELECOMMUNICATIONS MECHANIC 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: 1. Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, layout, install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of complete communications systems by utilizing electrical schematics, blueprints, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, handheld GPS devices, computers, and CVC without more than normal supervision. 2. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures and precautions related to confined space safety procedures, oxygen deficiency and enrichment, toxic and explosive gases, working aloft, rescue procedures for aerial and subterranean environments, and electric shock and burn treatment. 3. Knowledge of the operation and theory of High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF) and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) antenna systems. Skilled in making independent judgements and decisions regarding methods and procedures for completing assignments to include extending the use of conventional test equipment when interpreting fault analysis, repair and calibration techniques. 4. Knowledge of advance electronic principles to perform work involving routine repair, disassembly, modification, assembly, testing, installation, and maintenance of telecommunications systems, equipment and accessories. 5. Knowledge of the principles and theories of telephony fundamentals; electronic principles, including theory of solid-state components, digital techniques, locating cable faults, identifying causes of deterioration in cable, tracing buried cable, copper core, fiber-optic and coaxial transmission principles applying to telephone switching and radio frequency systems. 6. Skill and ability to use hand tools and operate a variety of motor vehicles in support of cable installation, splicing, and maintenance operations to include such vehicles as 2 1/2 ton truck, 3/4 ton four-wheel drive line truck, cable reel truck, tractors/back-hoe, skid loaders, and trenching machines. Physical Effort Makes repairs from work stands and other hard-to-reach places. Must stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, stretch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions for long periods of time. Frequently lifts parts and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds. Occasionally lifts items that weigh over 50 pounds with assistance from other workers. May be required to climb towers and ladders to pull cable; close visual work; and tedious work with hands. Working Conditions Works inside and outside in all types of weather and in areas that are noisy, dirty, dusty and greasy. May work in close quarters such as confined spaces below ground or in attics. Position requires the employee to gaff poles and climb to heights up to and over 100 feet on antenna structures. Subject to electrical shock, cuts and bruises. May be exposed to temperature extremes in test facilities, extremely high noise levels, lead, RF radiation, chemicals and/or carcinogens. Operates various motor vehicles and must use various heavy equipment such as tractors, backhoes, trenching equipment and various trucks up to 2 1/2 ton. 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. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your elig