This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/524080200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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02/13/2019 to 03/12/2019
$24.80 - $28.83 per hour
WG 08
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
10
No
No
NISTASD-2019-0003
524080200
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
This position Involves maintenance, repair, and overhaul of combustion-powered automotive vehicles, such
as passenger cars, pickup trucks, buses, etc., and other vehicles with similar characteristics,
including their gasoline and diesel engines and other mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and
electronically controlled systems.
The incumbent for this position completes work assigned by the WG-10 automotive mechanic or supervisor. Makes repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective parts or components. Assists WG-10 automotive mechanic in completing more complex repairs involving major assemblies or systems, such as engines, transmissions, differentials, or electronically controlled components.
Obtain standard parts, such as water pumps, wheel bearings, fan clutches, brake linings, tailpipes, thermostats, master cylinders, windshield wiper motors, starters, alternators, batteries, drive line components, and other components of similar complexity by looking up replacement information in parts manuals or by making comparison with samples.
Uses a small variety of test equipment, on-board computers, and electronical analyzers. Selects tools, decides on the techniques to use, and carries out assignments with minimal check during progress. Makes adjustments and settings in accordance with specifications in manufacturers' manuals and tests the completed product.
Follows established safety rules and regulations, maintains a safe and clean work environment, uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing.
Applicants must meet requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Your resume must be complete (i.e., include dates of experience, salary, work schedule, etc.), detailed and relevant to the position.
There is no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform the duties, as described in this announcement, screen out elements:
Ability to do the work of the Automotive Mechanic Position without more than normal supervision.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle as evidenced by a valid state issued drivers license.
Applicants must meet the screen out elements and score at least fifty (50%) or higher in each element category.
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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains Federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the OPM website located at http:///www.opm.gov/qualifications
A probationary period may be required.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must certify that they have registered for the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service Law
This position is covered by the Federal Wage System. The FWS is a uniform pay-setting system that covers Federal appropriated fund and non-appropriated fund blue-collar employees who are paid by the hour. For more information regarding the FWS, visit http://www.opm.gov/oca/wage/.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your application package to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination. Please ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week, duties performed for each position, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level. Please also include in your resume a list of all publications and patents/patent applications on which you are a named inventor and provide the title and patent/patent application number for each. Your application package must support your answers to the occupational questionnaire. If your answers cannot be verified, your rating will be changed to an appropriate level. Best qualified candidates will be forwarded for consideration to the selecting official and may be contacted for an interview.
If you are applying as an Agency Based candidate (i.e., outside the Federal government), your application package will be placed in one of three categories based on your responses to the assessment questions; Gold, Silver, or Bronze. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. More information about the three categories can be found at: Category Rating
All applicants will be rated on the following job elements:
*Ability to do the work of the Automotive Mechanic position without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT)
*Ability to operate a motor vehicle as evidenced by a valid state issued drivers license (SCREEN OUT) Please provide a copy of your valid state issued drivers license with application.
*Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.
*Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
*Use of measuring instruments
*Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc (includes blueprint reading)
*Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
*Troubleshooting
To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as a CTAP or ICTAP candidate for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must submit all requirement documents, satisfy all qualification requirements for the position, and receive a rating of 85 points or higher. Information regarding CTAP and ICTAP appointments and eligibility can be found at - CTAP/ICTAP
The documents you are required to submit vary based on how you're applying (i.e., as a veteran or disabled veteran, current or former Federal employee, etc.). Please review the information on the following link to determine if there are any documents you need to provide - REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Information and eligibility requirements regarding special hiring authorities can be found at:
Veteran Hiring Authorities
Schedule A
Copy of valid state issued drivers license
Failure to submit required documents, based upon how you apply, may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. Please allow adequate time to complete your application.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Complete Resume (For help writing a Federal Resume please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8YX7o1PBoFk)
- Complete Assessment Questionnaire
- Other supporting documentation, as required. Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section to determine if there are other documents that you are required to submit.
Your complete application (resume, assessment questionnaire, and all supporting documents) must be sent electronically by 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online to receive full consideration, however you may also send a complete package by mail.
You may mail your application package (please contact the Agency Contact identified for this vacancy). Your complete application package MUST be received by the closing date of this announcement. Please allow enough time for United States Postal Service delivery.
Problems Completing Your Application
If you have problems completing your on-line application, including problems submitting your supporting documents, please contact the Help Desk by email at mgshelp@monster.com. The help desk is available Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET.
After the announcement closes, your application package will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualification requirements. Best qualified candidates will be forwarded for consideration and may be interviewed. We expect to make a final job offer within 45 days from the closing date of the announcement.
You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points (point of application and qualifications, eligibility, and selection determinations) during the hiring process, as applicable. Stay informed of changes to your application status by signing into your account at www.usajobs.gov and clicking on application status located under the my account tab.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/524080200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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