OneMain Financial Jobs

Job Information

National Institute of Standards and Technology Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor (Electric) in Gaithersburg, Maryland

Summary OFPM is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor (Electric) to ensure reliable operation of critical electrical infrastructure supporting NIST's research mission. This role leads high-voltage, elevator, and construction units, minimizing outages, directing complex maintenance and repairs, and ensuring safety and code compliance. Incumbent drives workforce readiness, coordinates multi-craft projects, and safeguards continuity of operations. Responsibilities As a working Supervisor, the employee must have comprehensive knowledge of NIST's electrical systems, as well as elevator and mechanical hoisting equipment, and be proficient in their repair and maintenance. In this position, the employee will: - Review and prioritize work assignments (e.g., M Slips, Work Orders, preventive maintenance instructions) to determine scope, complexity, and resource needs. - Coordinate and assign work to personnel, ensuring alignment with other ongoing projects and shop activities. - Consult with the General Foreman's Office or Operations Engineering Group to resolve unforeseen issues, errors, or changing requirements. - Conduct site visits to assess job conditions, determine appropriate work methods, and develop special instructions as needed. - Coordinate Electric Shop activities with other trades to support efficient, multi-craft project execution. - Ensure timely execution and follow-up of both major and minor work assignments. - Exercise sound judgment in emergency situations to support safe and effective response actions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications There are no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education, and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to lead or supervise employees in an electrical shop environment. This includes planning, assigning, and reviewing work; ensuring safe, efficient, and code-compliant operations; and carrying out supervisory responsibilities such as training, evaluating performance, and addressing employee conduct.There is no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform the duties, as described in this announcement, screen out element(i.e. without more than normal supervision). Applicants must meet the screen out elements and achieve an overall score of at least fifty (50%) or higher 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. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Federal Wage System. The FWS is a uniform pay-setting system that covers Federal appropriated fund and non-appropriated fund blue-collar employees who are paid by the hour. For more information regarding the FWS, visit http://www.opm.gov/oca/wage/. We may share your application package with other selecting officials at NIST with opportunities like this one. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy. Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions. You MUST select at least ONE ELIGIBILITY in order to be considered for this position. All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible in order to make qualification or eligibility determinations. A supervisory probationary period may be required. This position has physical requirements which include but may not be limited to: Moderate lifting (15-44 pounds) Light lifting (under 15 pounds) Moderate carrying (15-44 pounds) Light carrying (under 15 pounds) Pushing Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking Standing Kneeling Repeated bending Climbing (legs only) Climbing (use of legs and arms) Both legs required Operation of motor vehicles/equipment Near vision (correctable) Far vision (correctable) Both eyes required Depth perception Ability to distinguish basic colors Ability to distinguish shades of colors Hearing (aid permitted) This position has environmental factors which include, but may not be limited to: Outside and inside work Excessive heat Excessive cold Excessive humidity Excessive dampness or chilling Dry atmospheric conditions Excessive noise (intermittent) Constant noise Dust Fumes, smoke, or gases Solvents (degreasing agents) Grease and oils Radiant energy Electrical energy Slippery or uneven walking surfaces Working around machinery with moving parts Working around moving objects or vehicles Working on ladders or scaffolding Working below ground Vibration Working closely with others Working alone Protracted or irregular hours NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities. For more information, please visit our Careers website.

DirectEmployers