MACHINIST

Government Publishing Office; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government Publishing Office is seeking a skilled Machinist to join their Agency Support Operations in Washington, DC. This role involves maintaining and repairing various machinery, requiring analytical and troubleshooting skills. Ideal candidates will have experience working independently and interpreting technical drawings. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovative services in printing and publishing.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently as a Machinist.
• Experience in maintaining and repairing machinery.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex configuration problems.
• Troubleshoot machines and determine repair processes.
• Maintain and repair printing and binding machinery.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Job description

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.

Position: Machinist

This position is part of the Agency Support Operations at the Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia.

Qualifications:

To qualify for the Machinist position, you must meet the following requirement:

Screen-out Element #1: Ability to do the work of a Machinist without more than normal supervision. Applicants must have experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to perform duties independently. Examples include:

1. Analyzing complex configuration problems to determine effective solutions;
2. Troubleshooting a wide range of machines and determining repair processes in conjunction with engineering and technical authorities;
3. Maintaining and repairing various printing, binding, and related machinery and equipment (e.g., printing and bindery, industrial trucks, power plant, and air conditioning machinery);
4. Making independent interpretations of drawings and specifications lacking in dimensions, tolerances, and fit types, and making repairs.

Experience:

Experience includes paid and unpaid work, volunteer work through programs like Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, and other organizations. Volunteer work helps build skills and provides valuable training and experience that can translate to paid employment. Credit is given for all qualifying experience, including volunteer work.

Important:

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement to be considered.