• Job Description

  Req#: 763204800
  About the Position: This position is located at the Directorate of Public Works, Operations and Maintenance Division, Natick, MA.
  
  Duties
  
  
  • Repair locking mechanisms by assessing the internal structure of the lock.
  • Make changes to key locks by utilizing methods such as re-keying.
  • Manufacture keys for use in locks.
  • Modify locking devices by resetting locking codes.
  • Maintain locking devices and/or mechanisms in operable conditions and according to security requirements.
  • Troubleshoot industrial equipment to ensure proper use.
  • Assist personnel who have been locked out of buildings to gain entry by using techniques such as lock picking.
  
  
  Requirements
  
  
  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires the employee to occasionally travel away from the normal duty station.
  • May be required to work overtime.
  • May be recalled to duty.
  • This position requires employee to work under adverse environmental conditions.
  • This position requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.
  
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  Who May Apply: US Citizens
  
  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 a(n) Locksmith~ without more than normal supervision. Identifying key blanks and determining by inspection which are blanks are interchangeable. Troubleshooting locks and accomplishing minor fabrication of the parts when unable to obtain from other sources. Installing locks in doors. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - 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, Specification, 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: Continually walking and standing and frequently climbs ladders and scaffolds. The employee must stand on hard surfaces for extended periods and stoop, bend, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carries parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds. Occasionally lifts items that weigh over 40 pounds with the help of weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers.
  • Working Conditions: Works outside in all kinds of weather. Subject to danger of falling when working on roofs and from scaffolds and ladders. Exposed to possibility of burns from hot asphalt, as well as cuts and bruises. Working with asphalt results in exposure to unusually dirty conditions that are damaging to clothing and shoes.. Is subject to cuts, burns chemical irritations, strains, electrical shock, and abrasions while repairing and handling equipment. May be exposed to unpleasant conditions from dirt, solvents, fuel, fumes, oil and grease. Employee must follow prescribed safety practices and use safety equipment such as ear plugs, face shields, gloves, hard hats, glasses, and safety shoes.

• About the company

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