Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic (6 Month Register)

Defense Logistics Agency; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic Helper/Worker/Mechanic to support assembling, installing, and repairing electronic equipment in a busy warehouse environment.

Applicants should show knowledge of electronics theory, the ability to use hand and power tools, and proficiency with test equipment; work involves standing, lifting, and exposure to shop conditions. Travel to other sites about 50% of the time is required.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling, installing, and repairing electronic equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose faults in electronic systems.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and repair electronic equipment in a warehouse/shop.
• Troubleshoot and test electronic systems to verify proper operation.
• Operate hand and power tools and testing equipment safely.
• Travel to other sites up to 50% as required.

Skills

Equipment assembly

Troubleshooting electronics

Hand and power tools

Test equipment

Electronics theory

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

This is an open-continuous announcement with an established initial cut-off date of 9/18/2026. Please see the \"How You Will Be Evaluated\" section for more information. See below for important information regarding this job.

To qualify for an Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic Helper / Electronic Industrial Controls Worker / Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic, your resume and supporting documentation must support: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required, 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 at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is placed on how you gained the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time, and that you have the required ability or potential to perform the job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element (SOE) will be eliminated from further competition. The SOE and minimum qualifications for this position is: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. and Troubleshooting (Electronic Equipment) Theory of Electronics. Ability to Use Hand and Power Tools - Electronics and Use of Test Equipment: Electronics 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.

Physical Effort Work requires standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, stooping and sitting for extended periods of time working in cramped and/or awkward positions. Lifts and carries items weighing from 10 to 40 pounds, and occasionally objects weighing in excess of 40 pounds. Uses moderate physical effort, fine finger dexterity and close visual attention. Working Conditions Work is performed under shop conditions in an adequately lighted, heated and ventilated warehouse. Subject to loud noises, heat, cold, fumes, dirt, grease and the possibility of cuts, bruises, and injury when using tools and testing equipment. There is the hazard of electrical shock and burns, injury from moving machinery, and falls from heights. Occasionally required to work in other buildings and exposed to noises, fumes, dust and grease. Travel to other sites is required approximately 50% of the time.