You will serve as a NUCLEAR MECHANICAL AND STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS INSPECTOR (SHIPS) LEADER in the RECEIPT INSPECTION BRANCH of the NUCLEAR INSPECTION DIVISION, QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICE of PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD.
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. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE, such as: Utilizing a wide array of highly sophisticated quality control inspection skills. Checking inspections while in progress of work and identifying causes of work delays. Working with fluid and mechanical systems. Applying knowledge of other skilled trades such as Welder and Shipfitter, applying full journeyman level or higher experience in pipefitting, valve repair, welding, machining, or other closely related trades. Interpreting diagrams, specifications, drawings, and interrelated procedure and technical requirements to most critical job applications. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements and https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5300 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.
You will ensure the safety and operational capability of nuclear reactor plant systems.
You will have the authority to stop work when further work would conceal a defect or endanger personnel or equipment.
You will make a wide range of critical decisions on matters concerning the acceptance or rejection of work performed by highly skilled trade workers.
You will authorize and sign for inspections based on review of documented evidence.
You will ensure that needed plans, materials, and tools are available.