About the Position: The installation rests in the beautiful 'hill and lake' country of Central Texas between Killeen and Copperas Cove and is approximately 60 miles north of the capital city of Austin, 50 miles south of Waco, 160 miles south of Dallas, and 150 miles north of San Antonio.

Duties

Repair of electronic-solid state control devices, fuel, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems of heavy mobile equipment. Remove and rebuild major components and assemblies, such as engines, transmissions, transfers, differentials, hydraulic cylinders, etc., and to reinstall, align, and mesh such components and assemblies. Troubleshoot, disassemble, repair/replace, overhaul, assemble, and/or install engines, transmissions, transfer cases, axle assemblies, and differentials on the full range of tactical and commercial vehicles and/or equipment. Troubleshoot, repair, and replace electronic components such as Hydraulic Control Units (HCU), Engine Control Units (ECU), Transmission Control Units (TCU), etc.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Pre-employment physical required in addition to an annual physical. Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license and any installation and/or DoD license required for the type of equipment being operated or repaired.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain forklift training certification and license.
• This position requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as, over the ankle safety shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, hard hats, respirators, dust mask, goggles, apron, gloves, welding hood, etc.
• Must obtain and maintain Professional Qualifications for Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) II within 18 months of employment. Qualifications must comply with the current standards outlined in NFPA-1071 IAW AR58-1, 11-4 d. page 42.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Army Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) EmployeeCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Mobile Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Mobile Equipment Mechanic duties. I can perform necessary troubleshooting, maintenance repair, and overhaul of heavy combat and tactical wheeled vehicles for industrial, commercial support type vehicles, and material handling equipment. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Trouble ShootingUse of Measuring Instruments Physical Efforts: Work requires constant standing, kneeling, crawling, laying, and walking on concrete floors. Required to lift, carry, and position objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Items weighing more than 40 pounds are normally lifted with assistance of another worker or with a mechanical device. Requires prolonged working in cramped, awkward, tiring and uncomfortable positions. May be required to work in restricted or confined spaces. Requires frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, stretching, and climbing on or under large vehicles. Some overhead work is required. May be required to work from ladders or work platforms at varying heights. Requires good hand, eye, and foot coordination in the manipulation of gears, pedals and steering wheel of fork lift, motor vehicle, and other equipment operation. Working Conditions: Works inside and outside. Inside work areas are frequently inadequately heated and cooled. The incumbent is exposed to extreme temperature changes, drafts, chemical, and exhaust fumes. Incumbent is exposed to some inclement weather such as rain, snow, cold and freezing temperatures; and may be required to work in dirty, muddy, wet or icy areas when outdoors. May be required to work in awkward positions and cramped quarters for short periods of time. Frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, cold, fumes, and from hard, damp floors or ground. Typically works with equipment systems and parts which are dirty, oily, or greasy. Frequently exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, bumps, bruises, sprains, strains, electrical shock, skin irritation, eye damage, and hearing loss while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Often exposed to possibility of receiving burns and skin irritations from acids, fluids and lubricants.

Education

There is no education substitution for this position.

Contacts

• Address EF-APF-W6YRAA LOG READINESS CTR FT CAVAZOS DO NOT MAIL Fort Cavazos, TX 76544 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk