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Automotive Worker Supervisor

Department of the Air Force
U.S. Air Forces, Europe
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Summary

About the position: This position is located at the Auto Hobby Facility on RAF Lakenheath, UK.

This position requires shift work to provide coverage on days, evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Scheduled hours will be 20-34 hours per week. This position comes with the opportunity to elect benefits and annual/sick leave.


Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
06/27/2025 to 07/14/2025
Salary
$24.64 to - $24.64 per hour
Pay scale & grade
NS 5
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Lakenheath, United Kingdom
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Part-time - 20 Hours
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
Announcement number
259OFSW904304
Control number
839616500

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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Responsible for providing technical and administrative supervision to subordinates engaged in operating the Auto Hobby Complex who perform minor motor vehicle repairs, maintenance and auto parts sales. Plans the use of workers, equipment, facilities, materials and tools of the facility needed to accomplish the work on a day-to-day or project-by-project basis. Accountable to management for the quantity and quality of work performed and for ensuring efficient and economical work operations. Plans, schedules and coordinates work operations and personnel while adhering to work priorities, project schedules, resources and work plans established by higher level supervisors. Assigns, directs and reviews the work of subordinates. Observes work, resolves problems, makes adjustments and redirects resources as necessary to meet schedules and overcome problems such as equipment failures, material delays or unplanned absences. Inspects completed work for quantity and quality of work performed. Establishes internal procedures to assure effective control and direction of work activities. Explains and gains the support of subordinates for management policies, programs and goals. Motivates, disciplines and recommends administrative actions to management to assist in the retention or separation of personnel. Approves/Disapproves leave schedules/request and/or other absences from work ensuring efficient operations are maintained. Investigates grievances and complaints. Advises employees of performance expectations and explains new work techniques. Assigns work to individuals and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes. Oversees day to day operations of the Auto Hobby Complex parts store and tool counter. Conducts inventories, maintains, updates all facility program books pertaining to the activity such as Safety, HazMat, Building Manager, vehicle inspection, etc. As needed operates one or more types of gasoline, diesel vehicles typically having a gross vehicle weight less than 10000 lbs. to deliver/pick up supplies or escort contractors. Performs other related duties as assigned.

If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12756109

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
  • Must be able to satisfactory complete a pre-employment physical.
  • Must have a valid US Driver’s License and 3rd AF license.
  • This is a drug testing position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

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, 07/14/2025

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and must possess a social security number and card. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

  • Business Based Action
  • Family Member Preference
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:
Must have Knowledge of principles, processes, and techniques of automotive repair, auto sales tore operations. Must have knowledge of safety regulations, practices and procedures. Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices and procedures. Must have knowledge of the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, equipment, and precision measuring and/or test equipment common to automotive repair work. Knowledge of inventory, replenishment and new items receipt documentation. Must have the ability to plan and organize work assignments to accomplish the mission. Practical knowledge of recreational activities, rules and procedures. Ability to safeguard and handle cash and skill in the use and maintenance of various recreational equipment and facilities are desirable. However no experience is required.

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 in order to qualify.

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

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
  • All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
  • Probationary period may be required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • 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.
  • LQA is not authorized.
  • Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
  • 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.

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 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 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.

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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