Automotive Mechanic Helper NA-05 Job in Vicenza, Italy

Vacancy No. O5NAFJN-24-12602416 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $19.73 to $23.02 Grade 5 to 5
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 11/6/2024 Close Date 11/20/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Vicenza, Italy


Summary

This position is located at the Auto Skills.

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Duties

  • Assists automotive mechanics in performance of maintenance and repair on all combustion powered vehicles.
  • Helps with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective parts or components such as fouled spark plugs, worn brake shoes, water pumps, engine gaskets belts and hoses, etc.
  • Under the direct supervision of the automotive mechanic or higher grade worker, removes and replaces with standard parts, items such as spark plugs, fan belts, starters, carburetors, fuel pumps, water pumps, mufflers, tail pipes, etc.
  • Assists in making settings and adjustments such as setting distributor and voltage regulator points, gaping spark plugs, setting engine idle and time, and taking up on brakes.
  • Observes environmental, safety, and security rules and regulations.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Incumbent may also be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.
  • RESPONSIBILITY: Works under the direct and constant supervision of an automotive mechanic or higher-grade automotive worker. Work is constantly reviewed for adherence to instructions
  • PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work requires standing, stooping, bending, stretching, crawling under vehicles, and working in tight spaces or tiring and uncomfortable positions.
  • Frequently lifts parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally lifts items 50 pounds or more with mechanical devices or with assistance from other workers.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS: Usually works indoors on concrete surfaces. Continually exposed to dirt, drafts, noise, dust, grease, and to the potential for burns, chemical irritations, shocks, bruises, cuts and strains.
  • Occasionally works outside under adverse weather conditions.
  • Required to follow safety procedures and use standard safety equipment such as gloves, ear protectors, and safety glasses and exercise proper handling of equipment and hazardous materials to avoid serious injury in the work area.
  • In consideration of COVID-19, personnel within this area may routinely wear personal protective equipment (cloth face coverings, latex gloves, and face shields) while performing their regular duties.
  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Duty hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Rotating Schedule.
  • Mission Soggiorno
  • Official No-Fee Passport and Mission VISA
  • Citizenship eligible under country SOFA Agreement
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2.

Qualifications

Candidates must:
1. Applicant must have completed high school or the equivalent in a trade school.
2. Creditable job related experience may be substituted for the education requirement.
3. Must have 6 months of progressively general experience plus a minimum of 6 months of specialized experience in general automotive work.

Skill and Knowledge:
A basic knowledge of automotive repair such as could be gained at the high school or trade school level.
Ability to use standard and metric automotive hand and powered tools.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
A driver's license is required.

Qualifying experience must be clearly described in resume. Failure to clearly describe qualifying experience in resume, may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Education

At minimum a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required.

Proof of positive education must be uploaded at the time of application and prior to closure of vacancy announcement

Please see the Applicant information kit for additional information on education.

Prior to on-boarding the official school record must be provided.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is Vicenza, Italy. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP), Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) and Family Member Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Manual Applications:
  • If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 13:00 on11/20/2024 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
Allowances, Incentives, and PCS Costs:
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
  • Employment Overseas provides a lot of additional benefits & entitlements, for information click here
  • Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program, for information click here
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement. In NATO countries, employment under U.S. conditions is restricted by the NATO SOFA to individuals who are nationals of a NATO country. These individuals may not be employed under U.S. employment conditions in the country of their citizenship.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Family Member Preference (OCONUS ONLY)
  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)


Your questionnaire responses will be verified against the information submitted in your application. If multiple resumes are submitted, only the most recent will be reviewed (verified by time stamp).Referral lists are based on the qualifications stated in the job announcement. Your qualifications MUST be fully described in your resume. In describing your experience, be clear and specific. NO ASSUMPTIONS WILL BE MADE REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume


The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Licenses, certifications, training transcripts
  • PCS Orders
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply

You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): O5NAFJN-24-12602416. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 11/20/2024 to receive consideration.
-Click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Click this link to preview the application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12602416.
-Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
-You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account, or your application will be incomplete.
-It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that the application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
-Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.

2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information

Reagan McGlasson
Address
JN-NAF-W6E7AA USAG VICENZA
DO NOT MAIL
APO, AE 09630
US
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Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.