Powered Support Systems Mechanic

Summary Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with: US ARMY IMCOM JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WA DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC WORKS Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. A tier 2, non-sensitive, moderate risk background is required throughout the appointment. The work requires the employee to operate a forklift up to 15,000 pound capacity to move heavy power support equipment. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a Forklift Operator Certification. A state drivers license is required throughout the appointment. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter. This position has a requirement to lift up to 50-75 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer. 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) Powered Support Systems Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Diagnose repair, replace or adjust equipment such as powered and motor generators containing electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, and internal combustion systems, air conditioning and cooling systems. Maintain a variety of dual function air conditioning or heating units used to cool and heat to include thermostats, pressure stats, circuit breakers, hemostats, relays, switches, rectifiers, phase sequence correctors and transformers. Drives vehicles with a gross vehicle weight less than 10,000 LBS to transport equipment and operates fork lift trucks capable of lifting loads in excess of 10,000 lbs.- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort: Work requires frequent bending, reaching, stretching, climbing and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions for long periods. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 75 pounds; occasionally handles heavier items. Uses lifting devices such as overhead cranes, hoists and forklifts to lift and position heavy items. Working Conditions: Works in a large maintenance building which is generally well lit and heated. Exposed to exhaust fumes, chemicals, excessive noise, dirt, oil, grease, etc. Subject to cuts, bruises, back strains, shocks, burns and skin irritation. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment as required. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. Student Loan repayment MAYBE authorized. Salary negotiations for new to federal service MAYBE authorized. Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service determining annual leave accrual rate MAYBE authorized. 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 FC18 - Engineers & Scientists (Construction) Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. 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