Maintenance Mechanic (Motor Vehicle Operator)

Summary About the Position: This position is with the Defense Health Agency, Defense Health Network East. It is located at the Martin Army Community Hospital within the Directorate of Resource Management Logistics Facility Management located on Fort Benning, Georgia. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Student Loan repayment may be authorized. Learn more about this agency Duties Install various types of systems to perform heating, cooling, humidifying, and dehumidifying functions within an organization. Read instructions such as blue prints and sketches to determine how to safely complete repairs. Troubleshoot plumbing for leaks by applying prescribed testing procedures and equipment. Prepare surfaces for paint application. Operate vehicles such as pickup trucks, flat-bed truck, dump truck, and low boy to transport materials. Determine and install wiring, conduit, fixtures, transformers, and other electrical devices in the size, type, and arrangement needed for proper and safe operation of electrical systems. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. A Personnel Security Investigation is required. This position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Lifting up to 40 pounds may be required. This position has mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire). The work of this position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Employee shifts are rotated on a regularly scheduled basis. This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules. This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations, the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. This position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions. 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) Maintenance Mechanic (Motor Vehicle Operator) ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common maintenance tasks such as replacing electrical fixtures and controls, installing flooring and fixtures, and fitting pipes for plumbing fixtures. I can apply paint and wall materials, and make repairs to ventilation equipment with instructions. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments PHYSICAL EFFORT: Moderate physical effort is required in the frequent handling of objects weighing up to 20 pounds and the occasional handling of objects weighing over 40 pounds while loading and unloading cargo, Making couplings between vehicle and towed equipment requires moderate physical effort in that heavy chains, bars, hooks, etc., must be lifted and properly secured. Requirements for standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Works in stretched, cramped and awkward positions. Considerable standing while working on ladders or scaffolds, concrete floors, and climbing stairways. Frequently subjected to sudden temperature changes when working with freezer units. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside and outside in all kinds of weather. Comes in contact with running motors, pumps, and machinery. Cuts, bruises, and broken bones may result from accidents. Subject to possible injury from vehicle accident. Works in cramped quarters inside and outside; exposed to mud and water; dirty, dusty and greasy conditions and injury from use of power and hand tools and occasional use of caustic soda and hot lead. The incumbent is provided the appropriate protective clothing and/or equipment to minimize or eliminate hazardous conditions and its use is mandatory. All established safety procedures must be observed. 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. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. 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. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. 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 Review our benefits