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Position Title: Ordnance Mechanic Work Leader
Agency: U.S. Coast Guard
Announcement Number: 20241209-62377-175244-SR-MP Opens in new window
Open Period: Wednesday, January 8, 2025 to Saturday, January 18, 2025

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Eligibilities

1. Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:

• have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,

• are retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?

For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans/.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.

A. Yes

B. No

2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a current Department of Homeland Security civilian employee in the competitive service?

If eligible, submit a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 or equivalent personnel action form reflecting your permanent, competitive status. Your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect career or career-conditional (Tenure 1 or 2) and Your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (or equivalent personnel action form) must reflect your status was in the competitive service (Position Occupied is 1). Please note: Examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, with-in grade/range increases. While a General Adjustment and/or Award SF-50 may be your most recent SF-50 it typically DOES NOT show proof of Time in Grade. Thus, you may have to submit more than one SF-50 as proof of Time in Grade.

A. Yes

B. No

4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.

A. Yes

B. No

Assessment 1

We will evaluate your resume and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and supporting documents.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

1. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as a Ordnance Equipment Mechanic Leader, WL-12.

A. I know little or nothing about this.

B. I have had study or training in this.

C. I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.

D. I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.

E. I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

2. Which response best describes your highest level of experience with ordnance equipment assembly, installation and repair?

A. I have completed education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

B. I have assisted with or performed this task at the apprentice level, under close supervision.

C. I have performed this task, under normal supervision.

D. I am consulted by other journeymen in difficult situations or am called on to perform unusually difficult jobs related to this topic.

E. None of the above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

3. You may be required to travel for extensive periods and possibly out of country, do you have and issues with traveling for extended periods?

A. Yes

B. No

4. Which response best describes your highest level of experience interpreting specifications, blueprints, and instructions?

A. I have completed education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

B. I have assisted with or performed this task at the apprentice level, under close supervision.

C. I have performed this task, under normal supervision.

D. I am consulted by other journeymen in difficult situations or am called on to perform unusually difficult jobs related to this topic.

E. None of the above.

5. Which response best describes your highest level of experience using ordnance measuring instruments?

A. I have completed education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

B. I have assisted with or performed this task at the apprentice level, under close supervision.

C. I have performed this task, under normal supervision.

D. I am consulted by other journeymen in difficult situations or am called on to perform unusually difficult jobs related to this topic.

E. None of the above.

6. Considerable heat is generated in the gun during firing, especially in the barrels. After firing, the barrels should be allowed to cool for at least how many minutes before handling is attempted?

A. 60 minutes.

B. 30 minutes.

C. 90 minutes

D. None of the above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

7. Are you familiar with Lean and its practices of 6S?

A. Yes

B. No

8. Are you familiar with ISO and its practices?

A. Yes

B. No

9. When the system is in AAW Automatic mode does it require operator action to fire upon a target?

A. Yes

B. No

10. What is the purpose of a muzzle brake? And how does it work on the MK75/76mm gun system?

A. The muzzle break is designed to reduce starting load on the electric motors and pump assy.

B. The muzzle break is designed to be a counteracting force to recoil. And on the MK75/76mm the collar is adjusted over angled ports to obtain the desired counteracting force.

C. The muzzle break acts as a counterbalance for the barrel.

D. None of the above.

11. What is the voltage output on the 1X and 36X synchro's on the MK75 gun system?

A. The 1X and 36X have an output of 90VAC.

B. All synchro's have the same output of 115 VAC.

C. The 1X has an output of 90VAC and 36 has an output of 115VAC.

D. None of the above.

12. Which response best describes your highest level of experience using ordnance tools and equipment?

A. I have completed education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

B. I have assisted with or performed this task at the apprentice level, under close supervision.

C. I have performed this task, under normal supervision.

D. I am consulted by other journeymen in difficult situations or am called on to perform unusually difficult jobs related to this topic.

E. None of the above.

13. What is the meaning of a flashing recuperator pressure insufficient light?

A. System needs to be charged with nitrogen

B. When the recuperator pressure insufficient light is blinking that is a sign that the audible alarm circuit is malfunctioned.

C. The recuperator is about to fail.

D. None of the above

14. Which response best describes your highest level of experience troubleshooting ordnance equipment?

A. I have experience troubleshooting tracing and eliminating problems (e.g., prototype modifications).

B. I have experience tracing and locating malfunctions in ordnance equipment to identify repairs needed.

C. I have experience detecting malfunctions in ordnance equipment with supervision.

D. I have experience detecting repetitive or common malfunctions with supervision.

E. None of the above.

15. Which measuring instruments you used?

A. Volt-ohmmeters and voltmeters

B. Test synchros

C. Amp meters

D. Meggers and micrometers

E. scales and depth gauges

F. dividers and calipers

G. bore scopes

H. None of the above

16. Which response best describes your highest level of experience with fire control systems (e.g., MK-92)?

A. I have completed education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

B. I have assisted with or performed this task at the apprentice level, under close supervision.

C. I have performed this task, under normal supervision.

D. I am consulted by other journeymen in difficult situations or am called on to perform unusually difficult jobs related to this topic.

E. None of the above.

17. Which statement best describes your highest level of experience storing incoming items in established locations?

A. I have completed education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

B. I have assisted with or performed this task at the apprentice level, under close supervision.

C. I have performed this task, under normal supervision.

D. I am consulted by other journeymen in difficult situations or am called on to perform unusually difficult jobs related to this topic.

E. None of the above.

18. Which statement best describes your highest level of experience verifying and reporting incoming shipments of stock that are over, short, or damaged by opening, counting, and visually checking the contents of containers?

A. I have completed education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

B. I have assisted with or performed this task at the apprentice level, under close supervision.

C. I have performed this task, under normal supervision.

D. I am consulted by other journeymen in difficult situations or am called on to perform unusually difficult jobs related to this topic.

E. None of the above.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

19. Have you ensured corrective actions were taken to resolve quality assurance problems?

A. Yes

B. No

20. Select the choice which best describes the extent to which you have ensured that specifications and drawings are reviewed and analyzed for Quality Assurance sufficiency and that recommendations for change are incorporated in requirements prior to being advertised.

A. I have not had experience, education, or training in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in performing this task but have not yet performed this task on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job with close supervision from supervisor or senior employee.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of the job, independently and usually without review by supervisor or senior employee.

E. I have supervised performance of this task, and/or I have trained others in performance and/or am normally consulted as an expert for assistance in performing this task.

21. Which statement best describes your highest level of experience providing daily work schedules for trade helpers?

A. I have performed this task, under normal supervision.

B. I am consulted by other journeymen in difficult situations or am called on to perform unusually difficult jobs related to this topic.

C. I performed this task as a leader.

D. I performed this task as a supervisor.

E. None of the above.

22. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, that my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 CFR part 731), or I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001), I understand that any information I give may be investigated.

A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith and I understand the information provided above.

B. No, I do not certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith.

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