FABRIC WORKER HELPER

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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 assist with the process of layout, construction, and repair of various items including containments/tents, glove bags, protective curtains, protective suits, boat covers, awnings, and canopies.,You will perform operations to manufacture the more simplistic articles of upholstery, equipment and machinery coverings, back packs, and tool/equipment bags.,You will utilize knowledge of hand, electric, and air-powered tools along with industrial sewing machines and their uses to intelligently produce a quality product in a timely fashion.,You will apply various fasteners such as eyelets, grommets, rings, snaps, zippers, rivets, turn buttons, and other hardware.,You will perform sewing applications with precision by utilizing methods such as topstitching, hemming, seaming, gluing, binding, and applique.,You will perform simplistic embroidery operations.,You will be assigned work by written or oral instructions.,You will assist the Fabric Worker Mechanic with planning, layout, and completing installation and repair projects based on technical knowledge of the trade.,You will be required to comply with EEO and shop policies and promote professionalism.,You will assist in providing guidance to lower graded employees in the simplistic aspects of the trade.,You will be required to obtain and uphold computer access.,You will be responsible for following safe work practices including the use of appropriate personnel protective equipment (PPE).,You will be required to perform duties with the highest level of attention to safety and health and will take the initiative to make the work area safe for all.,You will be responsible for following all requirements concerning the use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.