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ELECTROMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Department of the Army
Army Tank-Automotive and Armament Command (TACOM)
Mobile Equipment Branch 3R2

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for DIB & MRTFB to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: The Anniston Army Depot is located in Anniston, Alabama in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountain chain half way between Atlanta, GA and Birmingham, AL just off of Interstate 20. The depot is the largest employer in Calhoun County with approximately 4000 employees.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
03/19/2026 to 03/26/2026
Salary
$30.32 to - $35.37 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Anniston Army Depot, AL
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
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
MCGM-26-12911590-DHA
Control number
861681700

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens

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Duties

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  • Independently performs organizational and field maintenance to electric-powered material handling equipment and other self-propelled electric mobile equipment such as forklifts, rack loaders, pallet lacks, golf and battery chargers.
  • Perform overhauls, repairs, or makes modifications to complex electronic integrated systems and components.
  • Uses electrical/electronic test equipment such as multimeters, meggers, shunt meters, and test lights and other specialty tools and equipment.
  • Use specific factory-developed test equipment when needed.

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.
  • Federal Wage System employees, WG/WL/WS etc, must satisfactorily complete the appropriate annual Depot Medical Examination.
  • Position requires a valid State Drivers License.

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) ELECTROMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common repair and overhauls Alternating Current/Direct Current (AC/DC) electrical driven warehouse equipment. I can replace head gaskets and timing belts/chains on electromotive equipment. Remove rebuilds and installs hydraulic cylinders such as tilt, stirring, side and main lifting cylinders. Answer service calls. Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment in field/shop location as needed. 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: Work assignments involve bench work, standing, sitting and sometimes bending and occasional work in cramped and awkward positions while working on equipment. Work performed frequently requires the lifting of items weighing from 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally objects weighing in excess of 40 pounds.

  • Working Conditions: Work is performed both inside and outside. Work outside is normally done in good weather, however emergency situations sometimes require outside assignments during inclement weather. Work in shop is performed in building that is moderately heated, lighted, and ventilated. The floor is of concrete and causes fatigue from long periods of standing. Incumbent is exposed to dirt, grease, odor, and fumes of motors and is subject to cuts and abrasions from use of tools and equipment. Assignments also involve a thorough knowledge of hazardous materiel handling and related activities. Incumbent is required to successfully complete a variety of hazardous material classes. There is a possibility of exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes from spills and/or leaks and Incumbent may be required to wear protective clothing (e.g., rubber boots, coveralls, goggles, aprons, gloves, respirator, etc.). Work is normally performed in shop that is moderately heated, lighted, and ventilated. This factor is considered substantially the same as the WG-08 Level of reference.

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) 17 Logistics Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Recruitment and Relocation may be authorized.

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.

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. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

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.

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

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