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Summary GPO employees possess a diverse array of talent in many administrative fields and trades. We provide other agencies with innovative services for the printing, publishing, storage, and distribution of digital content. If you are an energetic, inventive individual looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career opportunity, GPO may be the place for you. This position is part of the Agency Support Operations, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia Responsibilities Assemble, install, maintain, and repair all types of printing, binding and all other industrial machinery and equipment (i.e., printing, bindery, industrial trucks, power plant and air conditioning units.) Weld, cut, and braze, manufacture, repair, and rebuild parts and items of equipment from raw stock of different metals and metal alloys such as stainless steel alloys, aluminum, titanium, magnesium and other materials Work with materials such as rubber, plastics, and nylon through the use of conventional or Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine tools and precision handwork. Set up and operate conventional and CNC machine tools such as lathes, vertical and horizontal boring mills, bench, plain, and universal milling machines; shapers, planers, internal and external grinders, thread cutters, and radial drills. Work from blueprints, sketches, work orders, models of parts to be made, or other specifications. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify for the MACHINIST, you must meet the following requirements: APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. Element #1: Ability to do the work of a Machinist without more than normal supervision to be considered eligible for the position. Applicants must also have experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to independently perform the duties. Examples of duties are: Analyzing interrelated dimensions or complex configuration problems to determine effective solutions; Troubleshooting a wide range of machines and determining repair processes in conjunction with appropriate engineering and technical authority; Maintaining and repairing a variety of printing, binding and related machinery and equipment (i.e. printing and bindery, industrial trucks, power plant and air conditioning machinery); Making independent interpretations of drawings and specifications that are lacking in dimensions, tolerances and types of fits and finishes, and make repairs. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement( ) to be considered. Education Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience /may not be used for this grade level. Additional Information Employment of Relatives Section 3110 of Title 5, U.S. Code, prohibits a Federal official from appointing, promoting, or advocating the appointment or promotion of a relative in the agency where the official is serving or exercises jurisdiction. In addition, Section 2302(b)(7) of Title 5, U.S. Code, makes it a "prohibited personnel practice" for a person in authority to "appoint, employ, promote, advance, or advocate for the appointment, employment, promotion, or advancement of a relative." For further information visit: https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/3110 and https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/2302 Work Life Balance: The GPO offers Transit subsidy for commuters using public transportation (Metro Bus/Rail, MARC, VRE, etc.). Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the GPO requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully completed a background investigation for a suitability clearance. This review could include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. Depending on the type of background investigation required, the security process may take between 6 weeks to 12 months. The Agency may rescind the tentative offer if the candidate is unable to obtain an interim clearance. Schedule A (Disability Appointment): Documentation of eligibility for employment under Schedule A can be obtained from a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional certified by a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., state or private); or any Federal agency, state agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits. The letter must be printed on a "medical professional's" letterhead and signed. Reasonable Accommodation: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process you must contact the HC Specialist on the vacancy announcement at least seven business days before the closing date of this announcement to receive assistance. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. The selectee will work Shift 1 630am to 3pm OR Shift 3 - 10:45pm to 7:15 am. Additional vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.