Summary
The Automotive Mechanic is responsible for the difference phases of vehicle maintenance, from initial inspection and diagnosis, to coordinating and administering different types of repairs. An associate or bachelor's degree can be used for this position; however, candidates must have experience in the automotive repair/maintenance field or nationally recognized certification in diagnostic scan tool familiarization.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
All U.S. Citizens.
Duties
As an Automotive Specialist you will/are:
- Responsible for maintaining the operational readiness of the automotive fleet and related equipment
- Inspects, tests, and performs corrective actions, and prepares new vehicles for assimilation into the fleet
- Conducts technical research, obtains additional facts, determines past equipment performance and previous correction actions; determines if the current problem warrants immediate corrective actions; and evaluates the actions for cost effectiveness and technical efficiency
- Ensures assigned vehicles are operational in accordance with manufacturer's specifications
- Ensures appropriate registration to include tags, titles, and any necessary state inspections are completed
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid driver's license
- Some travel may be required
Physical Demands
- Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, and stains
- Frequently makes repairs and may assist other workers in making repairs while vehicles are overhead, and where parts worked on are often in hard-to-reach places
- Required to stand, stoop, bend, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time
- Frequently lifts parts and equipment that weigh up to 20 pounds and occasionally lifts and carries items that weigh 50 pounds or more
- Exposure to vehicle fluids such as battery acid and hydraulic fluids that may cause burns or irritate the skin or be otherwise hazardous to health
Qualifications
Desired Skills
Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants.
Desired Skills are:
- Experience in the automotive repair/maintenance field with formal education or nationally recognized certification in diagnostic scan tool familiarization (GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Snap-On, ASE, Military, etc.)
- EPA recognized refrigerant handling certification
- State emissions or state level safety inspection license
- Inspection and maintenance with emergency lighting systems
Note: In your resume, please describe in detail how you meet the SE / GE. You may have acquired the SE / GE through technical school training, in a military occupation and/or employment.
Specialized Experience (SE) and General Experience (GE):
GS 5: Applicant must possess at least three (3) years of GE one (1) of which was equivalent to the GS 4 grade level. GE is:
- Removed, replaced, cleaned, and installed a variety of common parts, components, and accessories such as filters, lamps, fluids, and fuses
- Used basic tools including, but not limited to, wrenches, sockets, torque wrenches
- Interpreted parts manuals and manufacturers' repair manuals in both hard copy and electronic formats
GS 7: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 5 grade level. SE is:
- Performed routine vehicle maintenance and inspections to include oil changes, brake inspections, tire rotations and wheel balancing, predelivery inspections, tire repair, and battery replacement
- Performed operational assessments of vehicles using computer programs and diagnostic systems
- Maintained and updated vehicle records and inventories
GS 9: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 7 grade level. SE is:
- Performed vehicle maintenance and inspections to include anti-lock brakes, air conditioning systems, and anti-theft devices
- Performed operational assessments of vehicles using computer programs and diagnostic systems
- Maintained liaison with internal customers and external vendors to gain information, answer questions, and resolve problems
- Reviewed and analyzed information and documents related to vehicle warranties, services, and supplies
GS 11: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS 9 grade level. SE is:
- Performed vehicle maintenance and inspections to include hybrid vehicles, drive assistance systems, air bag systems, electronic systems, vehicle networks and communication systems
- Diagnosed, troubleshot, and inspected vehicles for assimilation into a fleet
- Reviewed and analyzed technical data to maintain vehicular and non-vehicular equipment
- Maintained liaison with internal customers and external vendors to gain information, answer questions, and resolve problems
- Research industry trends and made recommendations to improve cost effectiveness of work proposed
Education
A DEGREE IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE CAN BE USED IN LIEU OF A DEGREE FOR THIS POSITION.
All degrees must be in a related field related to the position to be filled. The degree must be from an accredited college or university. Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows:
GS 7: Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or one (1) full year of graduate level education. Superior academic achievement is the completion of all the requirements of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average of 3.0 or higher as recorded on an official transcript, or as based on courses completed during the final two years of the curriculum, or (3) honor society membership.
GS 9: Applicant must have a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related.
GS 11: Applicant must have a Ph.D. OR equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related.
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.
Undergraduate Education: Major study -- fields related to the position to be filled in an accredited college or university
Graduate Education: Major study -- fields related to the position to be filled
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.
Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied.
All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:
- Customer Service
- Organizing and Planning
- Problem Solving/Judgment
- Vehicle Maintenance
Required Documents
To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:
- Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates
- A complete assessment questionnaire
- Other supporting documents (if applicable):
- College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement
- Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information
How to Apply
Automotive Mechanic positions are currently open across various locations in the United States. To apply to a specific location, please click the designated link below corresponding to your desired area.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in Atlanta, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in Chicago, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in Cleveland, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in Detroit, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in Los Angeles, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in Miami, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in New Orleans, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in New York, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in San Francisco please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in Seattle, please click here.
To apply for the Automotive Mechanic position in Tampa, please click here.
Next steps
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
|