Equivalent to one year of journey-level or skilled experience in the maintenance, repair and operation of scientific or technical equipment in the specialty area to which assigned such as mechanical, electromechanical, electronics or in the specialized category requiring construction and fabrication skills and some precision work, trade or craft skills working with a variety of unique materials, or specialized knowledge and skill related to unusual equipment. Knowledge of specialized ceramics equipment, tools, and facility operations, including equipment installation, preventative maintenance, repair, adjustment, operational safety, and applicable hazardous-material handling and waste-disposal procedures; possess knowledge of kiln controllers, burners, elements, regulators, and safety systems for the Ceramics area.