Industrial Equipment Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor-Direct Hire Authority

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C, https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/. 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 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate for a WS-5301-09 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor position is a seasoned technical leader who combines deep expertise in the mechanical repair of complex industrial machinery with proven supervisory experience. This individual ensures that critical Department of War (DoW) manufacturing, logistics, and base operations maintain maximum operational readiness through effective maintenance management and adherence to strict safety protocols. The ideal candidate possesses extensive hands-on experience in the 5301 FWS (Federal Wage System) occupational series. They have advanced diagnostic and repair skills covering a wide array of heavy industrial equipment, such as CNC manufacturing machinery, hydraulic presses, pneumatic systems, industrial conveyers, and large-scale generators. They can seamlessly interpret complex blueprints, technical manuals, and electronic schematics to troubleshoot systemic mechanical or electromechanical failures. Their technical authority allows them to accurately estimate repair times, determine the necessary parts, and identify when a machine requires total overhaul versus a c