Machinist Jobs

Duties

As a/an Machinist, you will:

• Plan for, set up, and operate both computer controlled and conventional machines.
• Independently interpret and translate work orders, drawings, and specifications that may lack complete dimensions, tolerances, types of fit, finish, etc.
• Develop new procedures or methods to resolve complex machining problems or to accomplish operations more efficiently and economically.
• Disassemble, install, overhaul, repair, and manufacture parts and items for coining presses, blanking presses, upset mills, annealing furnaces, metal shears, and other production and support equipment that often requires the extension of conventional machine tools or the use of specialized machine tools.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

This opportunity is also open to Status Candidates under Announcement 23-MINT-309. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.

The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service.
Physical Requirements: The incumbent is required to stand for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, bend, and reach. Frequently lifts items weighing 10 pounds, and occasionally lifts items weighing up to 40 pounds. Hoists, hand trucks, lifts, and other workers are available to assist with heavier items. The work requires good eyesight and good hand-eye coordination.
AND
You must show in your experience in the online application that you possess the knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Signature and false statements
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login). A list of announcements in which you have applied is at the Welcome screen.
• A copy of your most recent completed performance appraisal.
• Privacy Act
• To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
• Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

• How to Apply

  The US Mint has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
  The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.
  The Bureau provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.

  • To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  • You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

  To verify the status of your application:
  

  • Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login). A list of announcements in which you have applied is at the Welcome screen.
  • Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status.

  
  For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/
  If you wish to make changes/updates to your application and the vacancy is still open, you can click on the job announcement and "Update Application" to be taken back to your application. No updates can be made once the announcement has closed.
  Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
  For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.
  To preview the assessment questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11933756

  Agency contact information

  Applicant Call Center

  Phone

  304-480-7300

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  Philadelphia Mint-MANUFACTURING DEPT/Plant Mgr PA/OFFICE OF ADMIN/Production Maint Div
  Administrative Resource Center
  Parkersburg, WV 26101
  US

  Next steps

  Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. We will review your resume and transcript(s) (if appropriate) to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided and may interview the best-qualified applicants. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct any required suitability and/or security background investigation.

• Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• Social security number request
• Selective Service

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  A complete application includes 1. A résumé, 2. Vacancy question responses, and 3. Submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).Please ensure all required documents, including any required work samples, narratives, or other materials as stated in this announcement, are attached to your application package.
  All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view résumé tips.
  VETERANS' PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION: If you are claiming veterans preference, please see applicant guide for required documentation. In order to be considered for veterans preference, you must submit all required documentation as outlined in the applicant guide.
  CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents you must submit in order to be eligible.
  RECOMMENDED DOCUMENTS: In addition, we recommend that you submit copies of the following:

  • A list of awards received (if applicable). DO NOT send copies of awards.
  • A copy of your most recent completed performance appraisal.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request
• A list of awards received (if applicable). DO NOT send copies of awards.
• New employee probationary period
• BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

U.S. citizens or U.S. Nationals; no prior Federal experience is required.