Automotive Mechanic

Summary About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at Auto Hobby, Spangdahlem AB, Germany. Requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, crawling, and working under vehicles and working in tight spaces. Frequently lifts, handles, and carries parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally, moves moderately heavy items with assistance or with mechanical devices, including objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds MSP is lost if selected for this position. Learn more about this agency Duties Demonstrates to patrons, as requested or directed, repairs to automotive equipment that can be accomplished by cleaning, reinstalling, or replacing parts or components and systems, such as fouled spark plugs, leaky wheel cylinders, corroded mufflers, and worn brake shoes. Determines when various parts should be cleaned and/or replaced; exercises a knowledge of such processes; and provides basic instruction in the techniques of engine tune-up. When workload or situation demands, actually locates worn, dirty, or poorly adjusted parts through visual check or use of a small variety of test equipment, for example, timing lights, feeler gauges, and circuit testers. Completes needed repair and makes settings and adjustments, such as setting distributor and voltage regulator points, gaping spark plugs, setting engine idle, and turning and adjusting brakes. Uses a variety of common hand tools, such as wrenches, pliers, brakes tools, ignition tools, screwdrivers, etc. Assures that work performed by patrons or self conforms to specifications in appropriate repair manuals. Assures that patrons observe fire, safety, and good housekeeping practices. Keeps shop in orderly condition. Cleans shop area, as required, or requests patrons to tidy up their own work areas. Issues parts and tools and accounts for same. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12965364 Requirements Conditions of employment This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and one every three years thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health, ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid USAREUR Driver's License to operate vehicles. 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, 06/22/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany. Legal U.S. residents must possess a social security number or green card and must be: -A US citizen, or- A citizen of NATO country, other than the host country (Germany), These individuals may be eligible for employment under the Local National (LN) program; you may contact the LN Team at 06565-61-6080 or DSN 452-6080 for more information on eligibility requirements. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas. Business Based ActionFamily Member PreferenceMilitary Spouse PreferenceOutside Applicant VeteranSpouse/Widow/Parent of VeteranTransition 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: Knowledge in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline powered engines and automotive equipment. This experience must have provided a thorough knowledge of and the ability to remove, replace, clean, and install parts, components and accessories Determine when parts should be cleaned and reinstalled or replaced Basic understanding of electricity and hydraulics and the skill to make adjustments and settings Basic understanding of on-board computer diagnostic systems, and other test equipment Skill in using basic automotive tools Ability to read and interpret parts manuals and manufacturer's repair manuals. 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. Additional information According to Executive Order 14043, "Guidance on Applying Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination Requirements to New Hires": New Department of the Air Force civilian employees must be fully vaccinated by their entry on duty (start) date or November 22, 2021, whichever is later. If a new hire intends to request a medical or religious exemption, the start date will be delayed until the exemption process is complete and applicant is either approved for an exemption, or becomes fully vaccinated. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. 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 are 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. Post Allowance is authorized for this position. Announcement may be closed before stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Qualified applicants will be reviewed and referred to Hiring Manager weekly. Expand Hide  additional information 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. 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.