Automotive Worker NA-5823-09 Job in Fort Greely, AK

Vacancy No. O4NAFEV-24-12578035 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $23.82 to $27.78 Grade 9 to 9
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/16/2024 Close Date 11/4/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Greely, AK


Summary

This position is located at the Automotive Skills Center on Fort Greely, Alaska.

Up to 25% relocation, recruitment, and/or a retention incentive may be authorized.

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This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

Duties

  • Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions/failures and performs required adjustments/repairs. May operate patron/NAF activity motor vehicles for the purpose of road testing or moving the vehicle in or out of the work area.
  • Installs, replaces or repairs items involving moderate complexity within the following systems: ignitions, charging, exhaust, brakes, air conditioning, front suspension, emission control, fuel, starting, and drive train assembly.
  • Adjusts settings, according to manufacturer's specifications for ignition point and timing, voltage regulator, points, gapping spark plugs, engine idle and carburetor air/fuel mixtures, etc.
  • May assist in performing major repairs to engines, transmissions, differentials, and suspensions. May give safety instruction classes to patrons.
  • Troubleshoots malfunctions and isolates problems to defective parts or major assemblies and independently replaces those parts that can be replaced without complete tear down of major assemblies.
  • Use a variety of test equipment, such as tech, dwell, timing light, oscilloscopes, compression gauges, emission analyzers, engine and chassis dynamometers, charging system meters, combustion analyzer, air conditioning, and diagnostic unit.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Stands, stoops, bends, stretches, and works in tiring and uncomfortable positions for prolonged periods of time.
  • Frequently lift, handle, and carry parts and equipment weighing up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds).
  • Occasionally, move moderately heavy items with assistance or with mechanical devices, including objects weighing up to or over 23 kilograms (50 pounds).
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, Chapter 2 to include a medical examination.
  • Incumbent may be required to complete a Tier 1 background investigation for a Common Access Card for physical access to federally-controlled facilities.
  • Work is performed inside a shop or outdoors in areas, which are dirty, oily, and greasy. There is constant exposure to minor cuts, bruises, and burns.
  • Exposure to drafts, vehicle fumes, and may stand on hard surfaces for lengthy periods, crawl under vehicles, and may be required to work under vehicles while exposed to dampness, heat or cold.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as required by local/state or military regulations.

Qualifications

1. Knowledge of the operation and installation of all components, assemblies, and systems of vehicles (such as engines, transmissions, front and rear-end assemblies, power steering and braking mechanisms, electrical and hydraulic systems) sufficient to isolate malfunctions to the defective component(s) and to affect those repairs that can be performed without complete tear down and rebuild of the component.
2. Ability to remove and reinstall major and minor components and to perform required alignment and adjustment.
3. Skill in the use of a variety of test equipment such as compression gauges, thickness, multimeter, and pressure gauges and skill in the use of such tools.
4. Must understand technical manuals and be able to reference parts and materials.
5. Demonstrated work experience directly related to the duties described above that include the skills and knowledge listed.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is defined as the Fort Greely commuting area. (Commuting area is defined as Fort Greely and surrounding communities within 150 miles of the installation.) (Military Spouse Preference (MSP), Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) 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 1200pm 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.
PCS Costs
  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
FWS Allowances and Differentials
  • This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
  • All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
  • Regular full-time, regular part-time (to include those in a limited tenure appointment category) and regularly scheduled flexible employees are entitled to Sunday premium pay when working Sunday shifts. A FWS employee will be paid a night shift differential of 7.5% for the entire shift when a majority of the employee's regularly scheduled non-overtime hours of work occur between the hours of 1500 and 2400. A FWS employee will be paid a night shift differential of 10% of the scheduled rate if a majority of the employee's regularly scheduled non-overtime hours of work occur between the hours of 2300-0800.
Incentives and Bonuses
  • Incentives may be paid.
Please check out our Applicant Information Kit: Other:
  • 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/
  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.

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 - 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)

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
  • DA Form 3434, if applicable
  • Marriage License, Professional Certifications, References, etc
  • 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): O4NAFEV-24-12578035. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 11/04/2024 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/12578035.
  • 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

Alaska NAF CPAC
Address
EV-NAF-W6JSAA USAG FT GREELY
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Greely, AK 99731
US
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Next steps

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