Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. About the Position: This position is located in the Directorate of Public Works, Operations & Maintenance Division, Building & Ground Branch Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington.

Duties

Works under the general supervision of a supervisor who provides oral or written instructions concerning overall responsibilities, policies and procedures. Acts as the section lead mechanic and makes daily oral or written assignments to subordinate personnel and is available for guidance on unusual problems. Performs quality control checks of subordinate personnel work assignments. Performs assignment independently selecting tools, materials, parts, methods and techniques to use and completes the work. Completed work is subject to review upon completion for acceptability and adherence to established trade practices and standards.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or able to obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles prior to on- boarding.

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 Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-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 EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) 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 Maintenance Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Select tools to maintain (or repair) wood or wood-like structures, brick or stone structures back to full functionality. Paint structures for aesthetic appeal, following standard trade practices and utilizing tools of the trade - 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.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments PHYSICAL EFFORT Work on hard surfaces, at benches, or where material is on supports. Incumbent may work from ladders, scaffolding and platforms, and where the parts of the systems worked on are in hard to reach places. Is required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools, equipment, and parts that weigh up to 50pounds and occasionally heavier. WORKING CONDITIONS Working both inside and outside. When outside, incumbent is exposed to rain and wind. Inside work is usually in adequately heated, lighted and ventilated buildings. Work areas may be noisy, dirty, dusty, greasy, or smoky. Exposed to the possibility of broken bones. Is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises. May be required to wear protective clothing and equipment (i.e., respirator and eye/hearing protection devices) that may be confining, restricting, and uncomfortable. Exposure to hazardous materials is possible. Injuries may occur when lifting heavy pieces of lumber or equipment. Subject to cuts and bruises when using hand tools and equipment. More serious injuries may occur when operating power tools. Is subject to skin and lung irritations and possible poison from exposure to paint fumes, roofing compounds, adhesives, solvents and other caustic materials.

Contacts

• Address EU-APF-W12KAA JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD DO NOT MAIL Tacoma, WA 98433 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk