General Equipment Maintenance Repairer (Leader) NL-09 Job in Fort Wainwright, AK

Vacancy No. O3NAFEV-25-12716214 Department Army Installation Management Command
Salary $26.20 to $30.57 Grade 9 to 9
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 3/21/2025 Close Date 12/31/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Wainwright, AK


Summary

This position is located at Outdoor Recreation on Fort Wainwright, Alaska.

This is an open continuous announcement with an initial cut-off date of03/27/2025. Any eligible applicants who apply on or before this date will be forwarded to management for consideration. Referral lists will be issued after this date as positions become available.

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

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

  • Serve as the working leader over the maintenance section of the Recreation Center assigning tasks to be performed to individual members of the maintenance section.
  • Check work in progress and when finished for compliance to procedures, methods, and specifications according to manufacturer's technical specifications.
  • Repair and maintain a variety of gasoline/diesel powered equipment.
  • Use a variety of test equipment such as equipment analyzers, electric chargers, compression testers, micrometers, and electric circuit testers.
  • Wait on customers, by checking identification, issuing equipment, assistant and providing information at time of issue on proper care, use and responsibility of equipment.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching and working in awkward positions.
  • Occasionally required to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs without assistance.
  • The work is performed either inside or outside. However, it is generally done inside in an area that is dirty, oily, and grassy and there is constant exposure to cuts, bruises, and burns.
  • Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, Chapter 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
  • May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays on a regular basis or as needed.

Qualifications

  • Experience or training that indicates sufficient knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position consistent with acceptable practices of the trade.
  • Position requires a diversity of knowledge and skills in performing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic repairs on equipment operated by diesel/gasoline powered engines.
  • Position also uses welding skills to weld metals and plastics, basic carpentry skills to build benches, basic painting to refurnish bikes and boats, and body work to repair fiberglass boats and skis.
  • Incumbent must use judgement to determine what items should be purchased and/or recommended for purchase.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

  • The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is WORLDWIDE.
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 12:00pm AKT by 12/31/2025 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.
  • Up to 25% relocation, recruitment, and/or retention incentive may be authorized.
Non-Foreign Overseas Allowances
  • Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
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.
  • Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.

Benefits

Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.

Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For additional details regarding these benefits, please click the link below.

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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): 12716214. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 12/31/2025 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/12716214.
  • 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-W6L7AA US ARMY GARRISON FORT WAINWRIGHT
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Wainwright, AK 99703
US

Next steps

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


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