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HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Omaha District Operations Division, Big Bend Project Office, Technical Support Section
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Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: Serves as a Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic in the Outside Maintenance Section at the Omaha District, Operations Division, Big Bend Project.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
06/27/2024 to 07/11/2024
Salary
$30.04 to - $35.05 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Thompson, SD
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
CERH241630040828HW
Control number
797641900

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens

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Duties

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  • Perform the full range of overhaul and repair work on heavy-duty mobile equipment and vehicles powered by internal combustion engines.
  • Replace starters, generators, ignition, and wiring.
  • Remove transmission, completely disassemble, replace defective selector rods, gears, pressure pump, bearings, clutch discs, pressure plates, bands, clutches, pumps, starters, bearings, valve bodies, etc.
  • Replace and adjust tracks; replace and adjust road wheels, road wheel bearings, idler wheels, idler bearings and oil seals; replace suspension arms, torsion bars, stabilizer bars, etc.
  • Repair braking systems.
  • Repair and adjust power and mechanical steering systems and as required.
  • Diagnose and repair all types of failures in electrical systems.
  • Inspect and test equipment and units which will not operate or operate improperly.
  • Repair and replace wiring; removes, tests, repairs, and replaces defective assemblies and parts, i.e., line switches, relays, etc.
  • Diagnose and repair fuel system failures.
  • Repair and replace carburetors, fuel pumps, and fuel lines.
  • Perform engine tune-ups and final adjustments.
  • Perform maintenance and repair of automotive vehicles.
  • Operate, navigate, and is responsible for maintenance of several types of boats and floating equipment.

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.
  • Pre-employment and annual physical required.
  • This is a random drug and alcohol testing position under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218.
  • Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.
  • Incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) depending on weight of vehicles operated and assigned location.

Qualifications

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 have the ability to perform common maintenance functions of disassembling, repairing, and/or assembling major systems, components, and/or operating mechanisms on heavy mobile equipment. Ability to perform maintenance such as changing oil, lubricating and repairing tires, and repairing carburetors, fuel pumps and fuel lines. Must have a good understanding of mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic theory applying to heavy duty vehicles. Work under close 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.

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) Installation Management Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction.htm for more information.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
  • The Defense National Relocation Program (DNRP) is not authorized.
  • Not eligible for telework.
  • The following incentives may be authorized: Student Loan Repayment, Advanced In-hire, Relocation Incentive, Recruitment Incentive or Advanced Leave Accrual.

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.

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

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