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Automotive Mechanic

Department of the Air Force
Air Education and Training Command
502d Force Support Squadron
This job announcement has closed

Summary

This position will be assigned to the JBSA Fort Sam Houston Golf Course, San Antonio, TX.

This is a Flex category position with guaranteed 00 hours per week, may work up to 40hrs/week. Employees appointed to Flexible category positions are not eligible for benefits.

Requires frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, crawling under vehicles, and working in tight spaces. Frequently lifts, handles, and carries parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
07/03/2025 to 07/11/2025
Salary
$24.58 to - $24.58 per hour

Starting pay is set at Step 1 $24.58/PH. Internal NAF pay setting rules apply.

Pay scale & grade
NA 10
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Fort Sam Houston, TX
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Intermittent - Guaranteed 00 hrs./wk. May work up to 40 hrs./wk. Scheduled as needed.
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
25-9PFSW856612R
Control number
840088900

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

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Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in diesel, electric and gasoline powered vehicles, trucks, trenchers, sweepers, rollers, mowers and other mechanical equipment used in utility work; sharpens mower blades, disassembles motors and performs general overhauling; grinds valves; repairs transmissions, differentials, carburetors, distributors, fuel pumps, steering systems, starters, generators, universal joints, hydraulic systems and high pressure pumps and valves; installs and adjusts brakes; installs batteries, tires, wiring and glass; welds and may do some machining work in making fittings uses in maintenance equipment; frequently makes emergency repairs on the course. Interprets and applies manufactures repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics, engineering drawings, diagnostic codes, computer printouts and environmental and safety manuals to ensure completed work meets manufacturers specifications.

Maintains a preventative maintenance program on all equipment purchases, repaired parts, and replacement supplies; maintains a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory, parts purchased, equipment conditions, cost of repairs and preventative maintenance for all equipment; spot checks equipment; services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use. Program includes repair of broken or failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service.

If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12759004

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • This position requires the incumbent to successfully complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to lift objects weight 40 lbs.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing drug use. Must have a valid driver's license.
  • This position requires the incumbent to have resided in the United States for 3 years and reside in the commuting area of the vacancy location.
  • This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 07/11/2025

Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Requires working knowledge of maintenance equipment and automotive mechanics.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):You qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Ability to communicate effectively and keep business records
2. Skilled in the use of a wide variety of equipment repair tools, various types of mechanical repair
3. Knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment
4. Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work
5. Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions, work orders and specifications related to maintenance of equipment and vehicles.

**NOTE: Those qualified applicants who meet both the minimum qualification requirement(s) and highly preferred criteria(s) will be considered best qualified for this position and will be referred to the selecting official(s) first for consideration. All other applicants will be referred as needed and requested by the selecting official(s).

**Reminder to Applicants: Your experience has to be clearly identified in your resume in order to receive consideration. If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • A probationary period may be required.
  • Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
  • Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

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 you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's 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.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

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