- Position Title
- Automotive Worker
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- IM-1538-PAIS-24-12202961-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, November 27, 2023 to Friday, December 8, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Assessment 1
Ability to do the work of an Automotive Worker, WG-5823-08 without more than normal supervision (Screen-Out).
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience requirements for an Automotive Worker, WG-5823-08 position. Read all of the responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered ineligible and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Assemble and install parts, components, and systems related to a variety of mechanical and electrical systems in vehicles and equipment.
3.
Troubleshoot and repair parts, components, and systems related to a variety of mechanical and electrical systems in vehicles and equipment.
4.
Remove, replace, and install parts in a variety of vehicles and equipment.
5.
Rebuild components of small engines for utility task vehicles and yard equipment.
Technical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Conduct independent research and determine the best method of diagnosis or repair of automotive equipment.
7.
Provide accurate and prompt part order requests for repairs.
8.
Provide guidance and training on correct technical repair procedures to lower graded mechanics.
9.
Prepare accurate and prompt reports for completed work.
10.
Perform preventative maintenance on utility task vehicles, pickup trucks, sedans, and other similar equipment.
11.
Perform fieldwork in difficult environmental conditions and work safely in remote locations.
Use of Measuring Instruments
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Use and read disc brake micrometers, brake rotor /ball joint gauge sets.
13.
Use and read Vernier Calipers, bore gauges, dial indicators and timing gauges.
Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprints reading)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Read and interpret schematics, and diagrams related to automotive mechanic work.
15.
Troubleshoot problems and make repairs following guidance in technical manuals, bulletins, and written work orders. Must be able to work from verbal instructions.
16.
Work from work orders created from Facility Management Software System (or equivalent).
17.
Utilize manufacture's recommended guidelines from operating manuals to perform timely preventative maintenance on a fleet of vehicles.
18.
Utilize equipment manuals to make repairs on gasoline and diesel engines.
Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Use hand and power tools associated with automotive and equipment mechanic work such as impact, torque, and adjustable wrenches, sockets, ratchets, pliers, screwdrivers, brake tools, drills, cutting torches, welding equipment, battery chargers.
20.
Operate tire changing machine to remove and install tires from rims for a fleet of vehicles including heavy equipment.
21.
Operate tire balancing machine to balance tires on a fleet of vehicles.
22.
Install, operate, and remove snowplow and sand spreading attachment on 1-ton pickup.
Trouble shooting
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
23.
Conduct tests on vehicle systems and components using a variety of test equipment.
24.
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical problems in vehicles, utility task vehicles, and other equipment.
25.
Operate electronic hand-held diagnostic equipment to conduct tests and analyze test results on vehicle systems and components.