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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: ?The position is located at the Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Fleet Management Expansion, Fort Moore, GA. Responsibilities Perform field level maintenance and repair on heavy mobile equipment and vehicles such as track vehicles, tanks, and combat vehicles. Perform operational inspections and troubleshoot in order to diagnose and repair vehicles. Conduct services and repairs, including, but not limited to, removing and replacing new or rebuilt assemblies such as regulators, generators, alternators. Trace and locate defects which cause hydraulic and other major systems to fail or not perform to specifications regarding power output, speed and pressure. Analyze functions and determine the extent of repairs by visual and auditory examinations. Use a wide variety of diagnostic equipment such as electronic test equipment and diagnostic analyzer, diagnostic breakout assemblies, etc. Replace and repair controller units on transmission solenoids of transmissions. Select the tools, test, and measuring devices(s) needed to diagnose the malfunction of heavy mobile equipment and/or vehicles. Troubleshoot heavy mobile equipment systems in order to determine the extent of required services and/or repairs. Perform road tests and other requirements as needed. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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) Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer (Motor Vehicle Operator) without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer (Motor Vehicle Operator) duties. Assist higher level mechanics to disassemble engines, gear boxes, transmissions or other heavy mobile equipment and vehicle components. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort - Works in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods of time. The work requires frequent and prolonged standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching. Works on top of, under, and in tight compartments of vehicles in cramped or awkward positions. Performs strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting. Frequently lifts and carries unassisted, items weighing up to 40 pounds, and often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning parts, assemblies, and equipment. Frequently lifts and moves heavier items with the assistance of others, or with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists, and cranes. Works from ladders or work platforms at varying heights. Working Conditions - Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. When indoors, is frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above. When outdoors, occasionally works in inclement weather, in heat, mud or snow, and in wet or icy areas. Both indoors and outdoors, exposure to irritations and discomfort from dust, grease, heat, asbestos, and fumes. Typically works on parts and systems which are dirty, oily, or greasy. Is subject to cuts, burns, chemical irritations, bruises, electrical shock, and injuries from falls while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as protective hearing devices, hard-toe shoes, and other safety equipment. Some of these safety items may be uncomfortable to wear or use and may be worn or used for long periods of time. Education 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. 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 Materiel Maintenance Management Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. 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. This is a bargaining unit position. BUS Code: AR2585 - Union for all FWS/WG employees on Ft. Moore: Federal Employees Metal Trades Council (FEMTC)