Locksmith

Who May Apply:
US Citizen
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible (PPP DoD MRNG -checklist.
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible (PPP DoD MSP) -checklist.
Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement (PPP DoD MRNG Dis) -checklist.
Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible (PPP DoD RG) -checklist.

• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer 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 an Locksmith without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex duties as Locksmith. I am skilled in the full range locking devices and their component parts to include internal structure and operating characteristics of a wide variety of locking systems from various manufacturers. Conduct visual and operations tests to locate trouble and determine methods of opening and repairing malfunctioning devices. Use a variety of tools and works with total accuracy to preclude the destruction of expensive security systems or safes vaults. Read, interpret, apply technical manuals, manufacturer's diagrams/specifications, and able to prepare diagrams to identify dimensions or special parts requirements; knowledgeable of shop math to include fractions. Apply expert knowledge of locks and locksmithing procedures to serve as a consultant to management to design and install locks/locking systems to meet special security requirement. I have the ability and skill to significantly modify and adapt to locking mechanisms of uses not specifically designed; and to fabricate tools and parts from a variety of materials, using welding equipment, hand tools and power tools such as grinders, lathes, milling machines and drill presses. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)
• Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
• Trouble Shooting
• Use of Measuring Instruments

• Physical Effort - Work assignments require standing, stooping, bending, kneeling for prolonged periods as well as working in cramped and awkward positions. Incumbent is required to lift items weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Working Conditions - Work is normally performed in a well-lighted, heated and ventilated area. Occasionally work is done outside in inclement weather or in areas that are drafty and poorly lighted. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, scrapes, and serious burns.