Automotive Worker (Helper)

A resume must be no more than two pages. If an applicant's resume exceeds two pages, the USAJOBS database will not allow the application to be submitted. For additional assistance, please visit: USAJOBS Help Center - Update your resume now so it meets new resume requirements While there is no minimum amount of training or experience required, the applicant must have had experience, military or civilian, paid or unpaid, of sufficient scope and quality to perform the duties of a Automotive Worker, WG-5823-05. The applicant must have experience which requires: The applicant must have experience performing duties such as: Performing work requiring light to moderate physical effort and the use of common hand and power tools as well as other automotive and marine maintenance shop equipment and systems Accomplishing minor maintenance services to include check, adjust and changing crankcase, differential, and transmission lubricants; check and adjust fluid levels in brakes, batteries, radiators, and power steering reservoirs Testing, replacing or servicing batteries; replacing oil, fuel, and air filters; installing or replacing accessories; replacing or adjusting drive belts; locating leaks and tightening fasteners to manufacture's specifications; replacing and tightening hose connections; replacing windshield wiper blades, lights bulbs and fuses Inspecting tire conditions, adjust air pressure as well as rotating, mounting, dismounting, repairing, and balancing tube and tubeless tires using tire mounting and balancing machines All requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, the FLETC requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Suitability/Fitness as a condition of placement in this 5N-Non-Sensitive position. This review may include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. Physical Demands: Work requires long periods of standing, walking and handling of heavy objects. Frequently bends, reaches, and works in awkward positions. Work may be performed in lube pits or from racks. The position will be required to lift weighting up to 65 pounds on a regular basis and occasionally be required to lift or move objects weighing 70 pounds or more with the assistance of other positions or with lifting devices. Work Environment: Work is performed inside and outside. Generally, the work area inside is dirty, oily, and greasy. Outside work exposes the position to various weather conditions to include cold, heat, rain, snow, or icy conditions. There is constant exposure to minor cuts, bruises and burns. The position will adhere to safety procedures and may be required to wear safety equipment that is hot and uncomfortable. 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. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP eligible. View information about ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered eligible under ICTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 85 for this position. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this job announcement.