Duties

As a Locksmith, you will:

• Perform duties of the carpenter trade using power, wood and metal working tools, machines, and techniques.
• Inspect and maintain panic hardware (electronic door closers of low voltage), hinges, lock sets, latches, knobs, weather stripping, door frames, sashes, low voltages electronic door controls, relays, switches, and door bolts.
• Troubleshoot sophisticated electromagnet, panic, and fire door devises, which contain electronic components that compensate for heat with fixed temperature and rate of rise features.
• Repair and maintain roll-up doors.
• Inspect and repair card-key security systems, fire alarms and security systems and alarms.
• Assist journeyman level mechanics in the fields of carpentry, electric, HVAC/R, plumbing, pipefitting, masonry, and grounds maintenance.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• This position is an Emergency Essential position.
• Position has physical requirements.
• This position requires shift work.
• Must have a current valid driver's license.
• Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.

Qualifications

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position.The approved job elements for this occupation are listed as follows:

Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.

Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic).

Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc (includes blueprint reading).

Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.

Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.

Troubleshoot.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11254045

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application .

• This position is designated as an " emergency essential " position and the selected candidate will be considered an " emergency essential " employee and will be required to be available, ready, willing, and able to report for duty under all circumstances (e.g., inclement weather, government closings and holidays, lapses in appropriations, non-emergency and emergency situations) for operation 24 hours a day and 365 days per year coverage.
• As a condition of employment, all federal employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. During the onboarding process, if selected, you must provide proof of vaccination. An official job offer and continued employment is contingent on this requirement. For more information on this requirement, visit the Safer Federal Workforce page on vaccines. If you need a COVID-19 vaccine, please visit Vaccines.gov .
• You must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 100 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• You must be able to stand for prolonged periods on concrete floors and walk over rough and uneven terrain with or without reasonable accommodation.
• The selectee must be able to bend, stoop, walk, stand, and climb, and work in cramped positions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• You may work in hazardous environments or handle hazardous substances.
• The selectee must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions.
• This position requires weekend hours, night shifts, regular or rotational shifts, holiday hours.
• This position has on-call or call-back requirements.
• If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• The selectee must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle license.
• If selected, you will be covered by a bargaining unit (union).
• A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
• Veterans' Preference applies only to Schedule A (disability appointment) and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable).
• The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program ( E-Verify ). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
• The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process.
• Visit our Total Compensation page for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.