The primary purpose of this position is to troubleshoot, overhaul, repair, modify, and maintain a variety of types of heavy mobile and automotive equipment.

Duties

Performs heavy mobile equipment mechanic work including troubleshooting malfunctions, determining the type and extent of repair required, repairing, and maintaining equipment. Performs automotive mechanic work including troubleshooting malfunctions, determining the type and extent of repair required, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. Uses diagnostic tools, orders parts, completes documentation, and provides training and assistance to others. Utilizes .safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Must meet all cert1ficat1on requirements of the position
• Must receive training on the handling and disposition of hazardous materials
• The employee may be required to drive a motor vehicle An appropriate. valid driver's license is required

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5800 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is ability to do the work of a WG-5803 HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC more than normal without supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: I. Knowledge of a variety of types of heavy mobile equipment and automotive vehicles sufficient to troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, modify, tear down/rebuild, and maintain systems and components. 2. Knowledge of safety practices and procedures and environmental directives pertaining to handling hazardous materials. 3. Skill in troubleshooting and repairing malfunctions in a variety of types of heavy mobile equipment and automotive vehicles. 4. Skill in using a variety of hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and items of test equipment. 5. Ability to interpret and apply manufacturers, repair manuals, technical specifications, schematics, safety manuals, and similar guides sufficient to effectively maintain, repair, overhaul, and tear down/rebuild equipment components and systems. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, provide training to others, and maintain records. Physical Effort The employee works in tiring, awkward, or uncomfortable position for long periods of time Work is performed on top of, under, and in tight compartments of vehicles Frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, and crouching is required Frequent lifting, handling, and carrying of parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds is required Similar effort is exerted in pushing pulling, and positioning heavy parts, assemblies, and equipment. Working Conditions Usually works indoors on concrete surfaces and is exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and loud noise When working outside, the employee is exposed to inclement weather conditions. The worker is constantly exposed to irritations and discomfort from dirt, dust. and fumes Worker is subject to cuts, burns, chemical irritations, bruises, electrical shock, and injuries from falls Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as protective ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, gloves, respirators, and protective clothing Some of these safety items may be uncomfortable to wear or use. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst 2903 McGuire Blvd JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ 08641 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]