Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, San Diego Sector, Mission Readiness Operations Division (MROD), Fleet Management in Chula Vista, CA.

Duties

This position is located within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Custom and Border Protection (CBP), United States Border Patrol (USBP), Mission Readiness Operations Division where you will be responsible for body repair projects and assignments delegated by the shop foreman or the shop supervisor. This position starts at an hourly rate of $30.90 (WG-10, Step 1) to $36.02 (WG-10, Step 5). As a Mobile Equipment Metal Mechanic, you will be working with manufacturer's representatives, commercial maintenance establishments and sources, and a variety of top management officials at sector, regional, and central office levels. Your duties will include: Utilizing industry standard techniques to complete final repairs on fleet vehicles to include, cars, trucks, vans, mobile construction equipment, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and specialty vehicles. Utilizing metal inert gas (MIG) welders, as well as acetylene and plasma torches to complete major metal repairs. Ensuring the final appearance is original equipment manufacturer (OEM) quality and meets or exceeds vehicle fleet standards. Utilizing techniques similar to OEM repair procedures, state standards, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) body and frame repair standards, and MIG welding techniques. Plan and layout the work from blueprints and sketches provided by the supervisor with minimal oversight and assistance while interpreting the necessary vehicle body repairs based off prior training and experience.

Requirements

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. To minimally qualify for the WG-10 grade level you must meet the Screen Out Element(s): Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision Ability to inspect Ability to instruct Ability to provide production support services Ability to lead or supervise To meet the Screen Out Element(s), you should have experience performing the following duties. Failure to meet these Screen out Element(s) will result in an ineligible rating. Assessing collision damage and wear and tear on government owned vehicles and accurately completing damage estimates and reports by determining replacement parts and corresponding part numbers; Identifying dents, waves, punctures, and other standard sheet metal and paint defects and preparing vehicle surfaces by removing and repairing any rust damage; Straightening, reinforcing, sectioning, fabricating, repairing and replacing sheet metal and components, as necessary while employing standard body repair techniques to utilize hand tools, porta-powers, power posts, shears, air hammers, rivet guns, and other commonly used body and frame repair tools and equipment; Applying and shaping body fillers, fiberglass and epoxies, as necessary, to ensure preparation has been completed and components are masked off and prepared for priming and painting; Identifying factory paint codes to mix while properly measuring blend bases, colors, additives, and hardeners to manufactures specifications before using high volume low pressure (HVLP) equipment to spray automotive grade primers, colors, and clear coats. In addition to the experience described above, you will also be evaluated on the basis of your overall level of competency (knowledge, skills, and abilities) in the following areas: Skill in metal working, body repair, and the mechanical work directly related to body repairs. Skill in refinishing and paint work, including the application of plastic fillers, sanding, metal preparation, and application of primers, topcoats, and sealants. Knowledge of mobile equipment body construction to determine the extent of damage and most economical methods of repair. Ability to research repair procedures and utilize computerized estimating systems properly. Ability to interpret written instructions and carry out verbal orders. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible. Please see the "Required Documents" section below for additional resume requirements. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process by 08/02/2024. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. For additional information, review the following links: Background investigation and the e-QIP process. Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency waiver by meeting one or more of the following conditions: Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military A dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. government Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university Working as a contractor, intern, consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. government Probationary Period: All employees new to the federal government must serve a one year probationary period during the first year of his/her initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Current and former federal employees may be required to serve or complete a probationary period.

Education

Please see the Qualifications and Required Documents sections for more information if education is applicable to this position.

Contacts

• Address United States Border Patrol Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20229 US
• Name: CBP Hiring Center
• Phone: 952-857-2932
• Email: [email protected]