Job opening: HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Salary: $75 508 - 87 968 per year
Published at: Oct 05 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to To troubleshoot, overhaul, repair, modify, and maintain a variety of types of heavy mobile and automotive equipment.
Duties
- Performs heavy mobile equipment mechanic work including troubleshooting malfunctions, determining the type and extent of repair required, repairing, and maintaining equipment including, but not limited to, 25,000 (25K) and 60,000 (60K) pound capacity aircraft platform loading deck cargo loaders, 50,000 (50K) pound capacity container handlers, bulldozers, power shovels, road graders, mobile cranes, and other types of material handling and construction equipment. Repairs, overhauls, tears down/rebuilds, modifies, and maintains a variety of systems and components including diesel, multifuel, and gasoline engines (both supercharged and turbocharged); tracked vehicle systems; hydrostatic drives; transmissions and gear reduction systems, including those with torque converters; planetary gears and power take offs; drive line assemblies including differentials, power dividers, and dual speed axles; electrical and electronic systems and accessories including ignition systems, charging and starting systems, and wiring and lighting systems; carbureted and fuel injection systems; and emission control systems. Interprets and applies manufacturers' repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics, engineering drawings, diagnostic codes, and environmental and safety manuals. Conducts functional and performance tests (including test drives) on completed work products using a variety of test procedures and equipment.
- Performs automotive mechanic work including troubleshooting malfunctions, determining the type and extent of repair required, repairing, and maintaining vehicles including forklifts, tow tractors, truck tractors and trailers, sweeper trucks, wreckers, busses, vans, ambulances, pickup trucks, sedans, and hybrid vehicles. Repairs, tears n/rebuilds, overhauls, and maintains a variety of systems such as gasoline and diesel engines, transmission and gear reduction systems, drive line and rear axle assemblies, transaxles, hydraulic power-assist systems, fuel injection systems, exhaust and emission control systems, and related electrical, electronic, high-voltage electrical, hydraulic, fuel, and other assemblies. Connects, meshes, aligns, and adjusts components and systems to ensure proper operation of vehicles. Conducts functional and performance tests on completed work products using a variety of test procedures and equipment.
Uses diagnostic tools, orders parts, completes documentation, and provides training and assistance to others. Uses diagnostic computer printouts, reports, visual inspection, auditory tests, and test equipment such as computerized engine analyzers, compression testers, test benches, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and special feeler and dial gauges. Researches and orders parts using appropriate technical orders, repair manuals, and manufacturers' catalogs. Obtains authorization for parts purchases as necessary. Documents time spent during the duty day on each piece of equipment worked on.
- Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing. Uses and maintains specialized tools. Responsible for proper handling and disposition of hazardous materials. Participates in interior and exterior grounds and facility maintenance and cleaning as determined by shop leadership.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- Must meet all certification requirements of the position.
- Must receive training on the handling and disposition of hazardous materials.
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
- This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.
- Incumbent must possess or have the capability to acquire an appropriate Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and any required endorsements within 12 months of assignment. This requirement is a condition of employment.
- Employee is required to utilize security and safety practices and procedures at all times. Must wear protective safety equipment and clothing when appropriate.
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
- This position requires a physical/medical examination. The physical requirements of this position as determined by the
manager are: The employee works in tiring, awkward, or uncomfortable positions for long periods of time.
- Incumbent will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the 5803 - Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work without more than normal supervision
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of a variety of types of heavy and light vehicles and vehicular equipment sufficient to troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, modify, tear down/rebuild, and maintain systems and components.
2. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures and environmental directives pertaining to handling hazardous materials.
3. Skill in troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in a variety of types of heavy and light vehicles and vehicular
equipment.
4. Skill in using a variety of hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and diagnostic test equipment.
5. Ability to interpret and apply manufacturers' repair manuals, technical specifications, schematics, safety manuals, and similar guides sufficient to effectively maintain, repair, overhaul, and tear down/rebuild equipment components and systems.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, provide training to others, and maintain records.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Physical Effort
The employee works in tiring, awkward, or uncomfortable positions for long periods of time. Work is performed on top of, under, and in tight compartments of vehicles. Frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, and crouching is required. Frequent lifting, handling, and carrying of parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds is required. Similar effort is exerted in pushing, pulling, and positioning heavy parts, assemblies, and equipment.
Working Conditions
Usually works indoors on concrete surfaces and is exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and loud noise. When working outside, the employee is exposed to inclement weather conditions. The worker is constantly exposed to irritations and discomfort from dirt, dust, and fumes. Worker is subject to cuts, burns, chemical irritations, bruises, electrical shock, and injuries from falls. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as protective ear devices, hard hats, har
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Contacts
- Address Travis AFB
540 Airlift Drive
Travis AFB, CA 94535
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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