Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard
Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand
Sitting for extended periods of time
Demonstrated experience as an assembler, foreman, or similar hands-on production role within a manufacturing or modular assembly environment
Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time
Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction
High School Diploma / GED required with 10+ years of experience or 5+ with a Bachelor's degree
Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense
Ability to coach and assess others in a hands-on, shop-floor environment
Deep understanding of the principles of Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence efforts
Comfortable enforcing standards and making pass/fail readiness decisions
Identify and understand the speech of another person
Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing
Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse skill levels
Strong working knowledge of assembly tools, fasteners, torque practices, and quality expectations

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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Quantico, VA 22134

$51,632-$92,219/yr

Bilingual PreferredHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Border Patrol Agent - Law Enforcement

US Customs and Border Protection

Waldorf, MD 20602

$63,148-$120,145/yr

~ 32 min OnsiteBilingual PreferredHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Age Restriction : In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11, $63,148 - $120,145 per year
This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12.
GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:
Residency : You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Overtime Pay: Up to 25%
A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014.
Relocation may be required.
GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as:
Veterans' Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.
Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.
Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.
The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location.
You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.
Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English.
Citizenship : You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
***Recruitment Incentive*** Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102) will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive.
***Retention Incentive*** Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.