Small Engine Mechanic

Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation. This position is considered Flex May work 0/hrs. up to 40 hrs./wk. depends on position and mission needs. Duties : Drains and changes lubricants small engines such as lawn mowers, gas edgers, boat motors. Lubricates equipment and replaces oil and air filters, maintains battery levels as appropriate. Changes hoses, spark plug wires, rotors, bearings, bearings, charging units, break assemblies, steering assemblies, starters, motor relays, throttle controls, carburetors, etc., on a variety of outdoor recreation equipment. Diagnoses malfunctions of equipment to determine the source of trouble and to determine the extent of repairs required, including electrical systems, geared units, and components. According to manufactures' manuals or personal experience, tears down, adjusts, repairs, reassembles and runs operations checks on equipment. Uses a limited amount of test equipment such as an electronic multimeter, battery hydrometer, battery cell tester, etc. Uses a limited amount of mechanical hand tools such as grinders, sanders, hammers, chisels, wrenches, sockets, rivet guns, air power tools and air compressors, etc. Maintains the inventory of parts and equipment used in the maintenance of rental equipment and may assist with end-of-month inventory. Maintains maintenance logs on all equipment repaired, annotating manhours, materials, and date of repair. Based on these records, determines bench stock required and maintenance schedules. Maintains hazardous materials in accordance with Safety and HAZMAT requirements. Cleans and maintains boating equipment in working order. Waxes and washes and cleans boats, canoes, ski boats, catamarans, campers, etc. Performs minor repairs such as changing worn carpeting, removing, and replacing seats. Maintains boat trailers in proper order by ensuring rust prevention maintenance is conducted, sanding and repainting metal as needed and ensuring tires are properly inflated. Properly connects trailer hitches carrying boats, barbeque grills, dunking booth, etc., are attached to customer's vehicles correctly. Connects wiring for brake lights and checks to ensure they are in proper working order. Instructs patrons in all phases of safety regulations concerning the use of boats and motors. Maintains the base picnic area a proper and safe working order. Cleans grounds of trash, ensures bathrooms are clean and stocked, and replaces light bulbs. Repairs and/or paints picnic tables when needed. Repairs swimming pool vacuums and slides used at the base pools. Maintains the base swimming pool areas by storing pool furniture during the winter and putting it out in the summer. Ensures pool equipment is in good repair by inspecting items regularly. Ensures the paint ball court is clean and barriers are maintained properly. Disassembles and cleans paint ball equipment as needed. May assist working the front desk in the absence of the Recreation Aid in collecting fees for rental equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12837586 Requirements Conditions of employment This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. 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, 12/09/2025 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: Must have experience in the maintenance, servicing, and repair of a variety of outdoor equipment such as lawn mowers, rotor tillers, and electric and gas powered edgers, paintball equipment, etc. Experience must have provided a thorough knowledge of and the ability to test and troubleshoot components and systems, interpret, and apply manufacture's repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics, diagnostic codes, safety manuals. Must have experience in the operation of electronic test equipment and a variety of hand tools. Must have experience in servicing fluid levels (oil, gas, batteries, etc.) in mechanical equipment such as in lawn mowers, rotor tillers and boats. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Must be able to successfully pass a physical examination. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to provide a copy of current driving record. This is a Position of Trust and requires the employee to satisfactory complete a Tier 1 Background Investigation. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random drug testing. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: 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. 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. Benefits Review our benefits