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Department of the Air Force
Air Education and Training Command
56 Force Support Squadron

Summary


About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Falcon Dunes Golf Course on Luke AFB, AZ.

This is a Regular Part-Time position, guaranteed 20 hours and entitled to benefits.

Handle materials weighing up to 100lbs, and occasionally heavier items with assistance. Works in cramped and inconvenient positions for prolong periods. Work requires standing, stooping, bending, knelling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/02/2026 to 03/09/2026
Salary
$24.80 to - $24.80 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NA 8
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Luke AFB, AZ
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Part-time - Regular Part-Time guaranteed 20 hours per work week
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
26-7IFSWGM219594
Control number
859524000

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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Dusts, sprays, and fogs pesticides, herbicides and insecticides to control pest common to this geographical area on the golf course, such as ants, army worms, wasp, sodweb worms, beetles, grubs, mole crickets, and other turf injuring or disease carrying insects found in buildings, warehouses; as well as a variety of lawn, bush, and tree insects. Sets out bait/traps to catch rodents, and muskrat. Applies restricted use pesticides for weed and ground control around the golf course. Selects, mixes and applies herbicides to areas of foliage to kill or prevent growth of noxious plant life and weeds.
Selects mixes and applies solutions, emulsions, suspensions, dust, and baits of varying percentages from concentrates or technical grade materials. Performs arithmetic calculations to determine rate, use and quantity of pesticides, and to mix and apply pesticides using specific product label instructions to adhere to legally mandated requirements and to avoid misapplications which can present hazards to human health and environment. Exercise caution and consideration in disbursing pesticides in areas where contamination or damage to property is likely or frequented by personnel, domestic animals, or desirable wildlife. Wears such protective devices as respirators, ear protectors, eye guards, goggles, face shields, coats, and coveralls. Cleans/changes daily. Performs operator maintenance on application equipment, such as changing nozzles, valves, and hoses. Lubricates motors, pumps and agitators using hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers. Maintains daily records of pesticides used and pest control work accomplished, keeps records of inventory of chemicals and adjusts records accordingly as chemicals are used.


If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12900721

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
  • Satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
  • Must be able to pass state and DoD certification test for required applicators license within 6 months of hire date.

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, 03/09/2026

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:
Experience which provided a knowledge of the methods employed in the location, recognition, control and prevention of common pests to this ornamental and turf plant pest. Ability to perform arithmetic computations to properly mix and apply chemicals. Ability to distinguish different colors as spraying is done with marking colorant.

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.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.
  • 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.
  • This position is included in a bargaining unit.
  • Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Number 1543.
  • Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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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