Automotive Worker

About the role

This position is located at the James E Van Zandt VA Medical Center, in the vehicle maintenance section (Garage) and is under the direct supervision of the Boiler Plant and Garage Supervisor. The incumbent is responsible for transportation, landscaping, snow removal and installs, maintains, repairs and performs preventive maintenance on a wide variety of new and existing equipment that is used. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/22/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Troubleshooting 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Frequently stands for long periods of time, bend, stoop, crawl under vehicles and make repairs in other tight spaces. Frequently lift, handle and carry parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally moving moderately heavy items with assistance of mechanical devices, including objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds.

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