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Performs equipment services work including repair, maintenance, and operation of various types of equipment.
Official OPM qualification standards for GS-1670
Individual Occupational Requirements:
Education:
OR
Experience: Experience in equipment management, maintenance coordination, or logistics.
Education and Experience Requirements (Group Standard):
This is a two-grade interval series. Positions follow the GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, GS-12 progression pattern.
| Grade | Education | Experience | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS-5 | Bachelor's degree in any field from accredited college/university | 3 years progressively responsible experience, 1 year equivalent to GS-4 | Equivalent combinations qualifying |
| GS-7 | 1 full year graduate education OR Superior Academic Achievement | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-5 | Combinations of graduate education and experience |
| GS-9 | 2 years graduate education or master's degree | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-7 | Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-7 requirement) and experience |
| GS-11 | 3 years graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 | Combinations of graduate education (excess of GS-9 requirement) and experience |
| GS-12+ | Not applicable | 1 year specialized experience equivalent to next lower grade | N/A |
Superior Academic Achievement (for GS-7):
Graduate Education: One year of full-time graduate education is the number of credit hours the school determines represents 1 year of full-time study. If unavailable, 18 semester hours satisfies the 1-year requirement.
Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
Military jobs that transition to GS-1670
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services positions may involve water treatment equipment. Technical certification often required.
Moderate alignment. Note: Most federal mechanic positions are Wage Grade (WG-5823), not GS. GS-1670 Equipment Services involves equipment management, not hands-on repair. ASE certification enhances federal competitiveness.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services positions value utilities experience. Note: Direct repair positions are typically Wage Grade.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services may include power generation. Hands-on generator repair typically Wage Grade positions.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services includes heavy equipment management. Note: Direct repair positions (WG-5803 Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic) are Wage Grade.
Moderate alignment. GS-1670 Equipment Services involves equipment management, not hands-on repair. Direct diesel mechanic positions are typically Wage Grade. USMAP apprenticeship credit valuable.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services positions value electrical knowledge for equipment management. Less hands-on than rating work.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services values mechanical systems knowledge. Direct machinist/propulsion work typically Wage Grade. Good for equipment management career path.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services involves facilities/equipment management. Direct welding/metalwork positions are typically Wage Grade. HT skills valuable for maintenance supervision.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services positions value AD mechanical knowledge. Direct aircraft engine work typically Wage Grade. Good for maintenance management career path.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services for aviation electrical equipment management. Hands-on electrician work typically Wage Grade.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services for aircraft structural work management. Direct sheet metal and structural repair typically Wage Grade.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services positions value CM mechanical expertise. Direct vehicle/equipment repair typically Wage Grade.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services positions value EO equipment knowledge for fleet management. Supervisory path for experienced EOs.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services positions may value SW structural fabrication knowledge. Direct welding/structural work typically Wage Grade.
Moderate alignment. Equipment Services positions value UT mechanical systems knowledge.
š” Tip: Your unique military experience may qualify you even if your MOS isn't listed.
Ability to manage equipment inventory and lifecycle.
Skill in coordinating equipment maintenance.
Knowledge of equipment acquisition processes.
Ability to track and account for equipment.
Skill in working with equipment vendors.
Ability to manage equipment budgets.
Skill in maintaining equipment records.
Ability to resolve equipment issues.
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