Job description
About the Position: This is a permanent position located at Tank-Automotive and Armament Command (TACOM) Field Support Operations, Fleet Management Expansion, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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 an Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer without more than normal supervision. 1) cleaning, repairing, reinstalling or replacing defective parts of components and systems on heavy mobile and track equipment; 2) operating gas and electric welding equipment to perform repairs; 3) determining parts required by review of technical and supply manuals; 4) performing visual and/or mechanical inspection of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems within the turret and gun assemblies of combat vehicles; and 5) performing inspections of engine, power-train, and chassis components before and after support maintenance repair or overhaul. - 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, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Troubleshooting Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Efforts: Works in tiring and/or uncomfortable positions for long periods. Work requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching. Works on top and under vehicles in cramped or awkward positions. Frequently lifts and carries up to 40 to 50 pounds and often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning parts, assemblies, and equipment. Frequently lifts and moves heavier items with assistance of other workers and with lifting devices. May be required to work from ladders or work platforms of varying heights. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside maintenance facility, outside at an unannounced field location, and/or in a lighted shop. When inside, frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above. When outside, sometimes works in bad weather, in mud or snow, and in wet or icy areas. Both inside and outside, workers are exposed to irritations and discomfort from dust, dirt, grease, mud, and a noisy atmosphere. Frequent exposure to the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, strains and injuries from falls while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Work involves constant exposure to exhaust fumes and exposure to weather (hot and cold, rain and snow). Operates vehicles in all types of traffic and weather conditions. Worker is exposed to possible serious accidents.
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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 an Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer without more than normal supervision. 1) cleaning, repairing, reinstalling or replacing defective parts of components and systems on heavy mobile and track equipment; 2) operating gas and electric welding equipment to perform repairs; 3) determining parts required by review of technical and supply manuals; 4) performing visual and/or mechanical inspection of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems within the turret and gun assemblies of combat vehicles; and 5) performing inspections of engine, power-train, and chassis components before and after support maintenance repair or overhaul. - 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, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Troubleshooting Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Efforts: Works in tiring and/or uncomfortable positions for long periods. Work requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching. Works on top and under vehicles in cramped or awkward positions. Frequently lifts and carries up to 40 to 50 pounds and often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning parts, assemblies, and equipment. Frequently lifts and moves heavier items with assistance of other workers and with lifting devices. May be required to work from ladders or work platforms of varying heights. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside maintenance facility, outside at an unannounced field location, and/or in a lighted shop. When inside, frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above. When outside, sometimes works in bad weather, in mud or snow, and in wet or icy areas. Both inside and outside, workers are exposed to irritations and discomfort from dust, dirt, grease, mud, and a noisy atmosphere. Frequent exposure to the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, strains and injuries from falls while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Work involves constant exposure to exhaust fumes and exposure to weather (hot and cold, rain and snow). Operates vehicles in all types of traffic and weather conditions. Worker is exposed to possible serious accidents.