Tools and Parts Attendant (Motor Vehicle Operator)

Summary NIST's Site Services Group is seeking an employee to support reliable campus operations by ensuring technicians have timely access to tools and equipment needed to maintain facilities and infrastructure. This position also supports official transportation services and special events, helping ensure safe, professional transport for visitors and NIST officials while maintaining accountability of government property. Duties In this position, you will: - Assist in the obtainment of tools and standard parts, such as water pumps, wheel bearings, fan clutches, brake linings, tailpipes, thermostats, master cylinders, windshield wiper motors, starters, alternators, batteries, drive line components, and other components of similar complexity by looking up replacement information in parts manuals or by making comparison with samples. - Prepare, maintain and file required documentation; verifies items and documentation received. - Follow up to assure return of nonexpendable items; verifies returned items for serviceability and prepare appropriate documents such as repair orders and report of survey. - Operate vehicles with a gross weight exceeding 26,000 pounds used to conduct special VIP tours and provide official passenger transportation in the National Capital Region. - Ensure vehicles are clean and serviceable by conducting premaintenance checks before operation. - Inspect fueling facility's tanks, pipes, and dispensers daily to ensure no deficiencies exist. - Record all findings on a daily inspection checklist. -Follow established safety rules and regulations, maintain a safe and clean work environment, use and assure proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. citizenship Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment medical examination Must possess a valid state driver's license. Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License ( CDL) within the first 6 months of employment. Designated and/or random drug testing required Bargaining Unit Position: Yes - Washington Area Metal Trades Council (WAMTC), AFL-CIO Qualifications All applicants must submit a resume NOT TO EXCEED two pages on standard-size paper. If the resume exceeds two pages, only the first two pages will be reviewed for qualifications or assessment determinations. There is no specific length or level of experience requirement. The applicant's overall background of experience, education and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position, such as perform automotive mechanic work, without more than normal supervision. AND Driver's License (Screen-Out): A valid state Driver's License is required for this position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs; therefore, please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your valid state-issued Driver's License. AND Applicants must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License within the first six months of employment. Applicants must meet the screen out elements and achieve an overall score of at least fifty (50%) or higher 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration Additional information This position is covered by the Federal Wage System. The FWS is a uniform pay-setting system that covers Federal appropriated fund and non-appropriated fund blue-collar employees who are paid by the hour. For more information regarding the FWS, visit http://www.opm.gov/oca/wage/. We may share your application package with other selecting officials at NIST with opportunities like this one. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy. Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions. You MUST select at least ONE ELIGIBILITY in order to be considered for this position. All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible in order to make qualification or eligibility determinations. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:- your performance and conduct;- the needs and interests of the agency;- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. This position has physical requirements which include but may not be limited to: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds Light lifting, under 15 pounds Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over Moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds Light carrying, under 15 pounds Straight pulling (0.5 hours) Pulling hand over hand (0.5 hours) Pushing (0.5 hours) Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking (4 hours) Standing (4 hours) Crawling (1 hours) Kneeling (2 hours) Repeated bending (2 hours) Climbing, use of legs and arms Both legs required Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4 Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other Both eyes required Depth perception Ability to distinguish basic colors Ability to distinguish shades of colors Hearing (aid may be permitted) This position has environmental factors which include, but may not be limited to: Outside and inside Excessive heat Excessive cold Excessive humidity Excessive noise, intermittent Dust Silica, asbestos, etc. Fumes, smoke, or gases Solvents (degreasing agents) Grease and oils Radiant energy Electrical energy Slippery or uneven walking surfaces Working around machinery with moving parts Working around moving objects or vehicles Working on ladders or scaffolding Working with hands in water Explosives Vibration Working closely with others Working alone Chemicals (e.g. Freon) This position requires the passing of a drug test. 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 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 windowLearn more about federal benefits. NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities such as: ? Telework Flexible work schedules Paid parental leave Paid vacation Sick leave Family-friendly leave Childcare subsidy program for qualifying families Back-up child care program Child and elder-care resources On-site childcare center Lactation spaces Wellness programs Fitness center Employee assistance programs Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.