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Summary You will serve as a RIGGER in the Production Rigging Branch (Code 1450.2), Lifting and Handling Division (Code 1450), Naval Foundry and Propeller Center (NFPC), located in Philadelphia, PA, a detachment of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD. Responsibilities You will plan, layout, install and inspect gear used to perform standard and complex weight handling operations. You will use rigging gear such as chain falls, J-Bars, tackle blocks, spreader beams and positioning fixtures individually or in combination to rig, move or position objects in open and confined spaces where a crane may or may not be used. You will use weight-handling gear to support, secure or operate equipment, machinery and other items having critical fit, tension and operational requirements. You will perform and direct placement, removal, or re-positioning of machinery, propellers in excess of 23 feet in diameter, inspection fixtures of various shapes and sizes, complex machining fixtures and other heavy loads. You will calculate the weight and center of gravity of loads to lifted and moved. You will brace, cushions and otherwise prepare load, and attach appropriate lifting gear including eyebolts and all other attaching hardware. You will direct operators of crane or other weight handling equipment by standard signals. You will maneuver, tilt, rotate 180 degrees and control loads in excess of 350,000 pounds using multiple hooks as necessary by means of attached lines, chains and specialized rigging gear and/or directs others in these complex maneuvers. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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 DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION Planning all aspects of the lift; Determining the weight of the load to be lifted; Establishing the appropriate method of communication with the operator; Ensuring the load is properly rigged; Ensuring the crane operating envelope remains clear of all obstructions; Providing signals to the operator or assigning another rigger or signal person to provide the signals; Conducting the operation in a safe manner; Coordinating the activities of other crane team members 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 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. Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. During the application process you will have the option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation.?PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ ? Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.