About the position: This position will be assigned to the 773 FSS Outdoor Recreation on JBER, AK. This is a Regular Full-Time position. Regular Full-Time employees have a regular and continuous work schedule of at least 35 hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week. You are eligible for the following benefits and compensation: Health and Life Insurance, Awards, Leave, Retirement, 401K, Overtime Pay, Workers' Compensation, Shift Differential, Sunday Premium Pay, Holiday Pay.

Duties

Operate snow making equipment for creating manufactured snow from water resources to produce quality snow through the use of air, water, and fan equipment. Perform daily pre-operation inspections and post-operation shutdown procedures snowmaking systems and maintain all appropriate records and documentation regarding operations. Place snow guns and hoses appropriately maintaining/adjusting, turning, or moving of snow guns, sometimes by hand, to maintain efficiency. Maintain all safety, barriers, padding, and guards around equipment. Operate, and repair the lifts for extended periods of time ensuring the safe and continuous operation. Utilize and maintains a variety of vehicles, equipment, machinery and tools ranging from snow cats, electric snow making machines, chairlift, rope tow, pick-up truck with snowplow, snowmobiles, high pressure air/water pumps, air compressors, after coolers and miscellaneous power tools to facilitate the snowmaking process or repairs. Operate high voltage equipment and high pressure air and water systems utilizing appropriate safety precautions. Responsible for conducting regular maintenance checks and upkeep of equipment to make sure they are in good mechanical and safe operating condition. Performs routine inspection and maintenance on equipment. Document and report mechanical/safety issues, complete maintenance logs and checklists. Communicate and organize repairs and maintenance of snowmaking system and chair lift. Implements corrective actions within authority to resolve work problems. Inspect all trails, snowmaking equipment and pipes on a regular basis throughout assigned shift. Maintain load and unload ramps in areas around lift stations in various weather conditions including shoveling and/or raking snow, remove snow around snowmaking equipment and other areas around the resort as needed. Ensure the goals of snow plan are being met. Assist with regular operations and handle any issues that may arise. Monitor the snowmaking system on a continuous basis for water consumption and availability in relation to usable pumps, air consumption and availability, and to ensure that snowmaking is carried. Other duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12284856

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug test. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.

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, 01/24/2024 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 have functional experience and demonstrated a mastery of facility/equipment maintenance. Must have demonstrated the ability to troubleshoot and determine the need for repair and servicing of facilities, utilities, equipment. This experience must have provided a thorough knowledge of and the ability to test and troubleshoot components and systems to locate equipment defects; interpret and apply manufacturer's repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics, diagnostic codes, and safety manuals; operate electronic test equipment. Mush have a basic knowledge and skill in the use of tools of the trade. Must be able to lift, bend, and work in awkward positions both indoors and outdoors. Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier with assistance. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI). This is a drug testing designated position.

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.

Contacts

• Address JBER Elmendorf Community Services Flight 773 FSS/FSCN, 10480 Sijan Ave. Ste 202 JBER, AK 99506-0000 US
• Name: Elmendorf-Richardson NAF HR Office
• Email: [email protected]