About the position: This position will be assigned to the Auto Skills Center at Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. This position will be filled as a flex position with the possibility of converting to regular employment after acceptable 90 day evaluation rating. Requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, crawling and working under vehicles and working in tight spaces. Frequently lifts, handles and carries parts and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs

Duties

This position performs and instructs patrons in minor motor vehicle repairs and maintenance on a variety of motor vehicles and motorized equipment that includes cleaning, reinstalling or replacing parts or components and systems such as fouled spark plugs, leaky wheel cylinders, corroded mufflers, and worn brake shoes. Locates worn, dirty, or poorly adjusted parts through visual check or use of a small variety of test equipment (timing lights, feeler gauges and circuit testers). Uses a variety of common hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, brake tools, ignition tools, screwdrivers etc If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12248251

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position requires a pre-employment physical
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 01/15/2024 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must hold a minimum of two (2) ASE certifications. Must have experience in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline powered engines and automotive equipment. This experience must have provided a thorough knowledge of and the ability to remove, replace, clean and install parts, components and accessories; determine when parts should be cleaned and reinstalled or replaced; basic understanding of electricity and hydraulics and the skill to make adjustments and settings; basic understanding of on-board computer diagnostic systems, and other test equipment; skill in using basic automotive tools; read and interpret parts manuals and manufacturer's repair manuals.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Hanscom Community Services Flight 66 FSS/FSMH, 20 Schilling Circle Hanscom AFB, MA 01731-2800 US
• Name: Hanscom NAF HR Office
• Email: [email protected]