Who May Apply: US Citizens
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Maintenance Mechanic~ without more than normal supervision. Possess the ability to perform common structural repairs such basic drywall repair, applying paint to various structures that are indoors and outdoors, and plan work sequences for repair and fabrication of structures. Perform basic electrical installation and maintenance, and basic plumbing. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
To meet the basic eligibility, you must receive at least two points on the screen-out element indicated above and must have an average of two points on all the job elements listed below. Your application will be further evaluated to determine if you meet the best qualified cut-off for referral to the selecting official.
- Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen Out
PHYSICAL EFFORT: The work requires considerable standing, walking, stooping, climbing, reaching, and bending. The employee will frequently be required to lift materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. The employee will operate a farm tractor with attachments over rough terrain which results in the employee being jolted.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is primarily performed outdoors which exposes the employee to all types of weather. The maintenance mechanic will be subject to loud noises made by the numerous military weapons systems and vehicle movements. The range environment will subject the employee to dust, mud, extreme heat and humidity, cold or wind depending on the type of weather. During the performance of duties, the employee will be subjected to the possibility of cuts, bruises, scrapes, and falls.