Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer

Who May Apply: US Citizens Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army. ** This is an open continuous vacancy announcement. 1st cut-off will be 26 December 2023 Applicants will be referred as vacancy come open. Final application disposition will be completed once the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement. **Modified Term Position is temporary and may be extended up to a maximum of eight (8) years. THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE SOLICITATION – These positions are being advertised through the Direct Hire Authority (DHA) for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Facilities. Under this authority, competitive rating/ranking and veterans’ preference procedures do not apply. 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) Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer ~ without more than normal supervision. Qualifying work is defined as common Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer tasks assisting higher grade mechanics in the repair, rebuild, and overhaul, and testing of various fuel and electric/subassemblies associated with specific type of engine, such as turbine or reciprocating, gear boxes, transmissions and various automotive vehicle components and work performed in an assembly line area, rebuilding a variety of vehicles such , automobiles, heavy mobile equipment, combat and tactical vehicles and interpreting technical manuals, standard operating procedures, drawings and shop project orders. Qualifying work is performed under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. – Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The position Without More Than Normal Supervision PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work involves standing, bending, working in cramped position. Constantly lifts items weighing 15-25 pounds and occasionally is required to lift items in excess of 45 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in building that is moderately heated, lighted, and ventilated. Work is dirty and greasy and incumbent is subject to cuts and bruises from use of tools and equipment. Exposure to hazardous materials/waste is possible, wears protective clothing and equipment (e.g., rubber boots, coveralls, goggles, aprons, respirator, etc.) as situations warrant.
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 (DIB) Facilities to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.