This position is located at the Salisbury National Cemetery in Salisbury, North Carolina.

Duties

This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by AFGE. Please note that as provided for in the AFGE/VA Master Agreement the FIRST area of consideration for this position will be permanent employees of the local facility in which this position is being filled, the SECOND area of consideration will be employees at other VA facilities, and the THIRD area of consideration will be all other eligibles. Incumbent must have the skill and knowledge of the tools, testing equipment and methods utilized in the automotive mechanic trade. They must be able to perform all levels of maintenance and repairs to cemetery vehicles. The incumbent must have a thorough knowledge of welding. The incumbent must have a knowledge of various techniques for removing, replacing, cleaning, and installing a variety of parts, components, and accessories such as filters, radiators, engine thermostats, wheel cylinders, universal joints, wheel bearings, springs, shock absorbers, mufflers, components of heating and air conditioning systems, brake components, catalytic converters, clutch assemblies, carburetors, and suspension components such as lower control arms, struts, constant velocity joints (CV Joints), and stabilizer arms. They must have the ability to determine when parts should be cleaned and reinstalled or replaced with standard parts. The incumbent will conduct diagnostic readings on engines to determine what maintenance and repairs are to be performed. They must have a basic understanding of electricity and hydraulics, and the skill needed to make adjustments and settings, such as performing engine tune-ups, setting engine timing according to specifications, and adjusting brakes and power steering mechanisms. They must be familiar with the OSHA compliance regulations pertaining to the automotive mechanic trade. Work schedule: May be required to work Monday through Friday to include occasional weekends. Due to the mission of the National Cemetery, the cemetery cannot be closed for more than 2 consecutive days at any given time. Additionally, when a Federal holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, staff may be required to work on that holiday or a Saturday. All staff is required to work Memorial Day each year. Staff will be required to work overtime, weekends and holidays when necessary to meet the needs of the cemetery. Occasionally staff may be called back to the facility to perform emergency overtime work. Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Available Position Description Title/PD#: Automotive Worker/ PD136600 The full performance level of this position is WG - 08. Relocation Expenses: Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Requirements

• Subject to a background/security investigation.
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job.
• Pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement,08/28/2024. Your background must demonstrate work performing maintenance and repair on automotive, engineering and grounds keeping equipment as well as experience in preventive maintenance and repairs to facilities and infrastructure. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C ( www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c). SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements. The screen-out element(s) for this position are/is: Ability to do the job without more than normal supervision. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. JOB ELEMENTS: Those who meet the minimum level of experience and training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each of the following job elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, RepairInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measuring InstrumentsUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWithout more than normal supervision 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Incumbent frequently lifts and carries objects weighing up to forty (40) pounds, and occasionally moves heavy items with assistance that are over fifty (50) pounds. They must have a full range of upper and lower body movement to work in tiring, awkward and uncomfortable positions. Moderate effort is required in operating vehicles and tools of the trade. Heavy effort is required in major overhauls and extensive welding operation. Stamina, dexterity, and perseverance are required in all aspects of the incumbent's duties. Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in a well-lighted and ventilated shop with concrete floors. The incumbent is subject to cuts, bruises, mashed fingers and loud noises. Mechanical duties are generally dirty and greasy. On occasion, they may be required to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions. There is always the possibility of injury from accidents or failure of equipment. They will be exposed to vibrations, jolts, heat, cold, rain, dust and fumes from chemicals and fuel. To reduce dangers and irritations from these conditions, prescribed safety practices and use of PPE is required. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drugs use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Salisbury National Cemetery 501 Statesville Boulevard Salisbury, NC 28144 US
• Name: NCA Human Resources Center
• Phone: (317)916-3660
• Email: [email protected]