Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will monitor and control wind turbines from the plant using controller software. You will analyze equipment malfunctions by visual and auditory inspection or by means of test equipment. You will operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair diesel and gasoline engines. You will remove, dismantle, inspect, repair and install generators, motors and exciters. You will take command of all emergency situations and direct actions taken both in the power plant and response teams in the field. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability to do the work of Electric Power Controller without more than normal supervision performing duties such as: 1) Operating various electrical power generating equipment (i.e., alternators, DC generators and control circuits, voltage controls, battery backup system, switchgear, and transformers); 2) Assist with operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing diesel and gasoline engines ranging from 3 cylinders to 16 cylinders per engine ranging from 40 H.P. to 1300 H.P.; 3) Assist with installing, testing, repairing and maintaining generators, transformers, converters, motors and associated equipment (i.e., circuit breakers, indicating and recording instruments, power and control cables and relays); and 4) Utilizing trade mathematics to calculate the amount of resistive and reactive loads, and phase relations of loads to identify unbalanced low efficiency loads, circulating current, or undesirable conditions. **NOTE: This experience must be fully and clearly supported in your resume. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Must be in generally good physical condition. Heaviest weight handled generally does not exceed 50 pounds. Work requires sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, stretching, and standing for long periods. Must have good eye / hand coordination, normal hearing and dexterity in both hands. The incumbent is required to move about in the power plant, mechanical rooms, field work sites, and also climb ladders. Incumbent may be exposed to considerable noise. Works eight hour shifts during a 24 hour period. May be required to work from the ground level up to 50 ft. Required to wear personal protective gear for exposure to chemicals, solvents, or grease. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. Heavy exertion may be required for short periods of time. May be required to sit, stand, kneel, crouch, stoop, or work in awkward positions for long periods of time. Must have good vision and the ability to use both hands and feet to operate a motor vehicle on the job. Possess a valid state driver's license up to and including 2 ton. WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to high noise area requiring dual hearing protection. Subject to call back 24 hours a day during rotation. Works 10-hour shift during 24-hour period on remote offshore island. Exposure to grease, fuel, vapors and high voltage electricity. Required to climb 90 foot vertical ladders and work from platforms or wind turbine nacelles. Periodically required to work in confined spaces, Subject to severe electrical shock, burns, cuts, bruises and falls. Much of work is outdoors in all kinds of weather, exposed to heat, dampness, cold and high winds. Unique to working at SCI, incumbent works an eight (8) day on / Six (6) day off shift, spending eight (8) consecutive days and seven (7) nights on SCI with lodging provided at government expense. Education Additional Information This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. You will receive a remote allowance of $10/day. You will work a 10-hour shift during a 24-hour period on remote offshore island. You will work eight (8) day on/six (6) day off shifts, spending eight (8) consecutive days and seven (7) nights on SCI with meals and lodging provided at government expense. You will be subject to call back 24 hours a day during rotation. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. The position often requires irregular hours. This position requires rotating shift work. This position requires evening and weekend work. This position requires exposure to high noise levels. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. Position being recruited at the full performance level. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.