Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic, WG-5803-10 (06359)

The Dalles, ORNorthwestern Division (NWD) - Portland District06359
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Announcement Type

TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

Northwestern Division (NWD) - Portland District

Locations (City, State)

The Dalles, OR

Position Overview/Duties

About the Position: As a journey level Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic for The Dalles Lock and Dam, Operations Division, you will be responsible for performing the full range of overhaul and repair work on heavy-duty mobile equipment and vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. Types of equipment repaired include construction, industrial and marine equipment. You will also be tasked with repair and maintenance of smaller equipment to include mowing equipment, electric scooters and air compressors.

Key Duties:

  • Perform heavy mobile equipment mechanic work including troubleshooting malfunctions, determining the type and extent of repair required, repairing and maintaining equipment.
  • Perform automotive mechanic work including troubleshooting malfunctions, determining the type and extent of repair required, repairing and maintaining vehicles.
  • Operate, navigate and be responsible for maintenance of several types of boats and floating equipment.
  • Remove and repair major systems or components of equipment to include transmissions, starters, generators, carburetors, fuel pumps, braking systems and steering systems.
  • Replace and adjust tracks; replace and adjust road wheels, road wheel bearings, idler wheels, idler bearings and oil seals; replace suspension arms, torsion bars, stabilizer bars, etc.
  • Diagnose and repair all types of failures in electrical systems.
  • Repair and replace wiring; removes, tests, repairs and replaces defective assemblies and parts, i.e., line switches, relays, etc.
  • Diagnose and repair fuel system failures.

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Other Conditions and Requirements

This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY.

WHO MAY APPLY: This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for noncompetitive placements, to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, repromotion to a grade previously held on a permanent basis, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

Minimum Education Requirements: N/A

Minimum Experience Requirements: N/A

Other Conditions and Requirements:

  • How to Apply: Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration. Click the apply button, follow the prompts (fill out the required collect form, attach a resume following the resume format guidance).

  • All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.

  • Hiring incentives such as a relocation incentive and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).

  • Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.

  • A trial or probationary period may be required.

  • Direct deposit of pay is required.

  • 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. Must be able to lift to 100 lbs.

  • This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
  • Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
  • Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
  • This position requires the following training/certifications prior to employment or within a specified period of time after appointment.
    *This position requires you to obtain a Government Small Boat Operators License upon employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements

FWS Qualifications: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=Job-Elements

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.