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Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command
McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, Operations Management Equipment Management Directorate
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Summary

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 DIB/MRTFB Positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
06/10/2024 to 06/24/2024
Salary
$29.88 to - $34.87 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
McAlester, OK
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Term - 1 year 1 day
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
MCGL241251031017HD
Control number
794989600

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Duties

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  • Rebuild, overhaul, and repair gasoline and diesel engine powered heavy mobile equipment and vehicles.
  • Repair automatic and non-automatic transmissions and brake systems.
  • Repair hydraulic operating systems and controls.
  • Test completed repair or modification work.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • This position requires you to wear personal protective equipment as appropriate and complies with safety and health directives.
  • This position requires certification to service and repair Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) type refrigerant motor vehicle air conditioning systems.
  • This position requires you to obtain a government operator’s permit for incidental operation of all equipment maintained and for full operation of vehicles up to 26,000 gross vehicle weight, diesel, and electric forklifts.

Qualifications

About the Position: The Joint Munitions Command provides the Joint Force with ready, reliable, lethal munitions at the speed of war. JMC's mission is to support the production, storage, distribution, and demilitarization of munitions. This position serves as Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic located at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, which is a subordinate installation of JMC.

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) Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Must possess the ability to perform common tasks including performing preventive maintenance for gasoline and diesel engine powered heavy mobile equipment and vehicles for prevention mechanical problems, such as replacing spark plugs and changing or replenishing engine fluids and filters; changing or replenishing transmission fluid and replacing brake pads; and adding hydraulic fluid to hydraulic operating systems. I can use some diagnostic tools such as micrometers, and pressure gauges to determine minimal engine malfunctions for repairs. I work 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.

PHYSICAL EFFORT
The incumbent works in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods, with frequent bending, teaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching; sometimes works on the top of and under vehicles in cramped or awkward positions; does strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting; frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 or 50 pounds, and often puts forth similar effort in pushing, pulling, turning, and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment, and tools; often lifts and moves heavier items with the assistance of other workers and with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists, and cranes. All lifts over 50 pounds will be assisted with a two person lift or using a mechanical handling equipment lifting device. The two person lift limit is 100 pounds and will only be used for single event, non-routine lifts.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed both inside and outside. When inside, is frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above. When outside, may sometimes work in bad weather, in mud or snow, and in wet or icy areas. Both inside and outside, is frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and from hard, damp floors or ground and works on parts and systems which are dirty, oily, or greasy; frequently exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, burns, bruises, and sprains while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Is often exposed to the possibility of receiving burns and skin irritations from acid, fluids, and lubricants.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) Material Maintenance Management Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Relocation (Government Home Sale) Expenses are not authorized.
  • Recruitment, Relocation, and Retention Incentives are not authorized.
  • This position may require overtime work.
  • This position may require you to wear personal protective equipment and/or clothing.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement
  • This is a Bargaining Unit Position AR3135.
  • This position may be filled as a term appointment not to exceed 1 year 1 day. Term appointments may be extended up to a maximum of six years.
  • This position may require shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.

DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicants will receive preference consideration at the full-performance grade level only.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.?

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.

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