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Automotive Helper

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations
CNRJ Naval Air Facility Atsugi N922
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Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) MWR Naval Air Facility Atsugi. Incumbent performs a variety of duties in support of automotive mechanics in performance of maintenance and repair on all combustion powered vehicles. Helps with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective parts or components such as fouled spark plugs, worn brake shoes, water pumps, engine gaskets belts and hoses, etc.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
06/26/2025 to 07/10/2025
Salary
$20.11 to - $20.11 per hour

Plus Non-Taxable Post Allowance, if eligible

Pay scale & grade
NA 5
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Atsugi Naval Air Facility, Japan
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
FFR25-0653
Control number
839510000

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Who May Apply: Applicants residing within the local Kanto Region (including those with current Military Spouse Preference, Family Member Preference, and current Federal employees) and Seeking SOFA Applicants

Duties

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  • Assists automotive mechanics in performance of maintenance and repair of all combustion powered vehicles.
  • Helps with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective parts or components such as fouled spark plugs, worn brake shoes, water pumps, engine gaskets belts and hoses, etc.
  • Under the direct supervision of the automotive mechanic or higher grade worker, removes and replaces with standard parts, items such as spark plugs, fan belts, starters, carburetors, fuel pumps, water pumps, mufflers, tail pipes, etc.
  • Assists in making settings and adjustments such as setting distributor and voltage regulator points, gaping spark plugs, setting engine idle and time, and taking up on brakes.
  • May assists higher grade mechanics and workers in making service calls.
  • May be required to operate a light truck or van to answer trouble calls or transport personnel and materials to and from jobs.
  • May assists with use of on-board computers and electronic analyzers to help diagnose problems with automatic computer control systems and emission systems.
  • May perform maintenance on lawn cutting equipment, such as cleaning filters, spark plugs, and sharpening blades.
  • Observes environmental, safety, and security rules and regulations.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • A driver's license is required

Qualifications

  • A basic knowledge of automotive repair such as could be gained at the high school or trade school level.
  • Ability to use standard and metric automotive hand and powered tools.
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Non-US Citizen or Non-US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder)applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least seven (7) years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required
  • Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualification:

  • Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision and any of the below
    • 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
    • Trouble shooting
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:
  • Ability to use standard and metric automotive hand and power tools
  • A basic knowledge of automotive repair

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