Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

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 Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Perform common Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic duties. Analyze malfunctions and determine the extent of repairs necessary by visual and auditory examinations; trace and locate defects which cause hydraulic and other major systems to fail or not perform up to specifications and select and comply with technical manuals, illustrations, specifications, diagrams, schematics, and similar guides to make repairs and modifications according to specifications and procedures. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Efforts: Works in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods, with frequent bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching. Sometimes works on top of and under vehicles in cramped or awkward positions. Performs strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting. Frequently lifts, carries, and pushes and pulls items weighing up to 50 pounds and carries them distances of approximately 10 feet. Uses hoist and jacking equipment to lift and move heavier items. Often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, turning, and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment, and tools. Sometimes lifts and moves heavier items with the assistance of other workers. Subject to physical strain from swaying motions and jarring movements of trains. Working Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outside in all kinds of weather. When inside, employee is frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise above which it is difficult to talk. When outside, works in inclement weather at times, such as mud or snow, and in wet or icy conditions. Inside and outside work involves frequent exposure to irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and hard, damp floors or ground and works on parts and systems that are dirty, oily, or greasy. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, burns, bruises, and sprains while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Often exposed to possible burns and skin irritations from acids and other fluids and lubricants. Subject to injury as a result of mounting and dismounting standing and moving trains, walking along tracks, coupling and uncoupling cars, and blocking wheels. Conducting rail operations involves loud noise from operating trains, whistles, and horns; exposure to serious accidents; as well as hazards involved in transporting ammunition and explosives. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as protective hearing devices, hard hats, hard-toed shoes, respirators, and protective clothing that may be uncomfortable to wear or use and may be worn or used for long periods of time.
Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base Facilities and Major Range and Test Facilities Base, NDAA 1125 (a) and (c). About the Position: Serves as a Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic with the Joint Munitions Command located at Crane Army Ammunition Activity, Crane, IN.