Powered Support Systems Mechanic

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 DIB & MRTFB to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is located at the DIRECTORATE OF INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Must be willing to undergo pre-employment and annual physical examinations. Must be willing to travel (TDY) up to 20% of the time. Qualifications This is a term position not to exceed 13 months. Term positions may be extended up to a maximum of 6 years, and MAY NOT be converted to permanent. Term employment is subject to a one-year trial period. Employees serving a trial period can be removed with limited appeal rights. 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 an Powered Support Systems Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Can perform the common range of work relative to the diagnosing, repair or adjusting and testing of mobile equipment and equipment such as powered and motor generators containing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and similar systems. Work under the supervision of a work leader or journey- level employee who reviews my work for completion.- Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort Work involves frequent bending, reaching, crouching, standing and climbing over and around equipment. Sometimes work is in cramped areas where awkward positions are assumed during performance. There is frequent lifting of items weighing up to 40 pounds. Heavier items are moved with assistance of others or by materials handling equipment. Working Conditions Work is performed inside or outside. Inside areas are usually well lighted and heated, however, they are subject to drafts and changing temperatures. Outside work may require occasional exposure to inclement weather. There is frequent exposure to loud noise, dust, fumes, grease, dirt, and hard surfaced floors. There is possibility of cuts, burns, bruises, strains, electrical shock, and broken bones from falls. Incumbents may be required to wear various protective and safety devices or clothing which may be uncomfortable. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. 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 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. 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. Read more 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 window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our 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.