Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision

Ability To Use Hand Tools for Machine Shop

Ability To Use Shop Drawings

Knowledge of Metals

Measurement and Layout

Operation of Machine Tools

Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.To meet the basic eligibility, you must receive at least two points on the screen-out element indicated above and must have an average of two points on all the job elements listed below. Your application will be further evaluated to determine if you meet the best qualified cut-off for referral to the selecting official.Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Your resume must reflect experience which shows your ability to do the work of a Machinist without more than normal supervision, to include the ability to: (1) Perform machining operations using both conventional and Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) machine tools using close tolerances to produce an accurate shape and cut in product; (2) Setup and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders and saws; (3) Interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches; and (4) Knowledge of the use of tooling required to produce the features, tolerances and surface finishes to specifications. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.PHYSICAL EFFORT: Requires standing, stooping, bending and reaching. Frequent handling of objects weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally objects weighing as much as 40 pounds, however, hoists, hand trucks, lifts, and other workers are available to assist with heavier items.WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in a well lighted, heated, and ventilated shop with concrete floors. Exposed to dust from grinding, oil from machines, dirt, heat, noise, and fumes. Subject to the hazards of burns from hot metal chips, dust in lungs, cuts, bruises, and injuries to the hands from the use of machine and hand tools, skin irritation from contact with coolants, lubricants, and abrasive compounds, and subject to strains from infrequent moving, lifting, and handling of heavy items. Wears safety glasses, shoes, and other safety apparel and equipment as required.