This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, US Coast Guard, Industrial Department, Electro Group in Baltimore, MD.
Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to perform the duties of the position rather than the length of experience. Eligibility will be determined by the relevance, scope, and quality of all experience and training, regardless of where or how acquired. Applicants will be rated and ranked based on their knowledge of the following job elements: 1. Ability to lead or supervise (SCREEN OUT ELEMENT) 2. Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc. 3. Use of Test Equipment: Electronics 4. Theory of electronics 5. Ability To Use Hand and Power Tools -Electronics 6. Troubleshooting (electronic equipment) 7. Ingenuity (Ability To Suggest and Apply New Methods) National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You will work and supervise a group on a variety of marine crafts. You will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of highly complex complete operational control systems that are typical of the work of an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic. Being a civilian working for the Coast Guard makes you a valuable team member. Typical duties include: Leading teams to install and put into operation major electronic and electrical control systems that are new to the fleet or that are major modifications of existing systems. Troubleshooting and repairing new systems during the operational tests and following procedures to cope with and identify unforeseen defects, as well as submitting changes to existing schematics to reflect any corrections or changes. Constructing interface devices and modifications to the equipment from sketches and verbal instructions in order to refine the new system operations. Installing and upgrading (including PC software) advanced Programmable Logic Controllers. Installing/calibrating/aligning propulsion systems (diesel, diesel electric DC, turbo, and turbine), electronic governor controls and systems (used to properly maintain speeds for engine propulsion and power generation requirements, variable pitch controls, AC/DC drive system controls, electronic switchboards and power generation plants, electronic controls and actuating systems, steering systems installs/calibrations/alignments, deck machinery motors and other gear. Utilizing the following to complete tasks: blueprints, schematics, drawings, sketches, manufacturer's instructions, specifications, technical manuals, verbal instructions and experience. **This position will require applicant to complete EKMS training and be certified**