The mission of the Office of Facilities and Property Management (OFPM) is to advance NIST's mission success by planning, building, operating, maintaining and servicing facilities that provide a safe, secure, and sustainable environment.

Duties

Complete assigned repairs under the guidance of a WG-10 automotive mechanic or supervisor Remove, replace, adjust, or clean defective parts and components to conduct repairs Assist with complex repairs involving major assemblies or systems such as engines and transmissions Obtain standard parts using manuals or sample comparisons for components like water pumps and alternators Use diagnostic equipment, onboard computers, and electronic analyzers to troubleshoot issues Select appropriate tools and techniques to perform tasks Make adjustments and settings according to specifications and manufacturer's manuals Test completed repairs to ensure conformance with quality standards Adhere to established safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment Utilize required safety equipment and clothing to prevent accidents and injuries

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment
• Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment medical examination
• Must possess valid driver's license
• Bargaining Unit Position: Yes - Washington Area Metal Trades Council (WAMTA), AFL-CIO

Qualifications

There are no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform automotive mechanic duties, such as conducting basic automotive repairs, without more than normal supervision. ***SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR*** APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION Applicants must meet the screen out elements and achieve an overall score of at least fifty (50%) or higher Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done. We will credit all qualifying volunteer experience in your application. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Facilities Services Division 100 Bureau Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20899 US
• Name: Nicole Kiess
• Email: [email protected]