Qualifications
This announcement will be opened until filled.
Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant 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.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Kitchen and Laundry Equipment Repairer without more than normal supervision. Trouble shoot, repair, overhaul and maintain kitchen and laundry equipment such as ovens, toasters, steam tables, garbage disposals, water heaters, refrigerators, and commercial washers and dryers. Read and follow repair manuals and schematics to accomplish work - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
This position has been designated as a primary/rigorous and is eligible for Law Enforcement (LEO) retirement coverage under the provisions of title 5 USC 8336(c) and 8412(d) by Do D memorandum dated April 27, 2011. The maximum entry age for positions covered under this retirement is 37 years old. Retirement from this position is mandatory at age 57 with 20 years of LEO service. The maximum entry age may be waived under certain circumstances. Individuals who are past the maximum entry age limit, but previously served in a primary position, MAY be reinstated.
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PHYSICAL EFFORT: Frequently works in cramped, awkward, uncomfortable, enclosed areas and tiring positions. Work may require extended period of standing, stooping, kneeling and bending. Frequently lifts, carries and sets up equipment and parts that weigh up to 75 pounds. Occasionally lifts heavier items with assistance or use of a dolly.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Inmate contacts expose the incumbent to daily stress and the threat of potentially dangerous situations such as physical attack or riots by the inmate population. Work is primarily performed indoors while on concrete floors; occasional exposure to bad weather while loading or unloading trucks. Is exposed to gas fumes dirt, grease, hot water, and high temperature steam. Is frequently subject to sudden temperature changes when working on walk-in freezer units. Exposure to repeated, prolonged or concentrated amounts of refrigerant gases may cause toxic effects to eyes, skin and internal organs. Is exposed to possibility of cuts, burns, abrasions, electrical shock, strained back and respiratory ailments. Work is occasionally performed under other than normal temperatures.