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Summary This position is located in the Production Engineering and Maintenance Branch, Plant and Engineering Section on one of three shifts, Production Division, U.S. Mint, The position is responsible for the installation, assembly, disassembly, calibration, reconditioning, and repair on various production machines and support equipment throughout the building. Responsibilities This is an open continuous announcement. The open period is for 4 months. Applications will be reviewed on the established cut dates: 10/11/2024, 11/06/2024,12/09/2024 and at the closing date (dates are subject to change). Non-Selected Applicants must update their application information to be considered for the next cut. As a Production Machinery Mechanic, you will: Perform a wide variety of duties concerned with the disassembly, repair, installation, and modification of parts for automated and conventional, stamping presses, upset mills, annealing furnaces, metal shears, pumps, air compressors, motors, material handling equipment, burnishing mills, production conveyor equipment, cartoning equipment, robotics equipment, PVD coating machines, aqueous cleaners, machine shop equipment, laser systems labeling equipment, scales, torque limiters and other production and support equipment used within the building. Repair, relocate, adjust, troubleshoot and make precise adjustments for alignment, parallelism and concentricity as they affect the function of production equipment, conventional and non-conventional (e.g., CNC, NC, EDM) machine shop tools. Determine the association between electrical vs hydraulic pneumatic functions and repairs according to the duties assigned. Set timing, alignment and adjust production equipment for proper operation, check functional and operations performance, and make changes to obtain optimum and safe operation. Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems and performs preventive maintenance, inspections, and lubrication tasks. Requirements Conditions of Employment All employees must wear face masks while on MINT property when required by CDC and Federal guidelines. A one year probationary period may be required. Must successfully complete a background investigation. Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Shift Work: This facility operates on a two-shift basis, Work schedules may vary and assignment to a specific shift cannot be guaranteed. The successful applicant must be available to work on any shift on a rotational basis. May be required to wear safety clothing and/or equipment required by the position. This may include safety shoes, hard hats, hearing protection, gloves, masks, etc. Pass a pre-employment physical examination. This opportunity is also open to Status Candidates under Announcement 24-MINT-548. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply. Physical Effort The work requires standing, stooping, bending, reaching, and the ability to lift heavy objects. Objects are handled on a regular basis, which weigh in excess of 100 pounds; however, hoist, hand trucks, lifts, and other workers are available to assist with the heavier lifting. Must be able to lift 40-pound loads, work in cramped quarters and have ability (eyesight) to do close work. Must be able to work from ladders and elevated platforms. AND You must show in your experience in the online application that you possess the knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Key Requirements: Please refer to "Conditions of Employment." Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. You must meet the screen-out element Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision, normally addressed at the beginning of the online questions. To meet the screen-out element, applicants must have: Experience performing hydraulic/ pneumatic/ gear- & roller- drive/ setup & calibration of mechanical systems mechanical systems without more than normal supervision. In addition, you must also obtain an average score of two (2) for the following elements for this position as addressed through the online question in order to be considered minimally qualified. Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (screen-out), Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic), Knowledge of Materials, Trouble shooting, Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading), Knowledge of Equipment, Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc, Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment. Education Additional Information OTHER INFORMATION: We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This is a bargaining unit position. This is a bargaining unit position and is represented by the AFGE Local 0051 We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov). Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes: Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards. Eleven paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year. Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire. A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums. A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions. Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/benefits