- Position Title
- STUDENT TRAINEE (LABORER)
- Agency
- Air Force Materiel Command
- Announcement Number
- AFMC-12689289-PATHWAYS-MCC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, February 12, 2025 to Thursday, June 12, 2025
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Eligibilities
Please answer the following questions by selecting the appropriate response(s). NOTE: Applicants are responsible for claiming their appropriate eligibility/eligibilities. Veterans' Preference is NOT an eligibility; it is a hiring preference, where applicable. You must select at least one eligibility to receive consideration for this position. If you do not have one of the eligibilities listed, you are not "eligible" to apply for this position and your application will not be referred to the hiring manager.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or those you fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or those you fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
US Citizen - Are you a US citizen (either by birth or naturalization) or national of the United States?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
3.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
4.
I am a current permanent or former federal employee with less than 52 weeks break in the competitive service and I am applying for this position to be considered as a:
5.
I am a current or prior military member of the Armed Forces that is retiring or has been retired less than 180 days. Hiring (appointments or transfers) of retiring or retired members of the Armed Forces to positions in any DoD Component during the 180 days immediately following retirement may only be made IAW DoDI 1402.01 and may require a waiver for appointment prior to the 180 days from official military retirement.
6.
Are you retired from the Federal civilian service or are you in a phased retirement and receiving an annuity?
7.
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 employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories below, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
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Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
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Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
-OR-
Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Conditions of Employment
All applicants must complete the following section. This section will be used to determine your ability and willingness to accept certain conditions of employment or meet certain requirements of the position. Please respond 'Yes' or 'No' to the following statements. Failure to respond to this section will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
I am able and willing to accept a temporary position/appointment.
2.
I am able and willing to submit to an extensive background investigation to verify my suitability for employment.
3.
I have a valid, current state driver's license or I am able and willing to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
4.
I am able and willing to submit to a pre-employment physical as a condition of employment.
5.
I am able and willing to submit to pre-employment drug testing (urinalysis) as a condition of employment. This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP) and I am able and willing to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and if requested, to submit to random drug testing (urinalysis) on a recurring basis. Further, I am able and willing to sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP and understand I am subject to random drug testing as a condition of employment.
6.
I am at least 16 years old.
7.
Are you in good academic standing, generally at least a cumulative 2.0 GPA for undergraduate programs and a 3.0 for graduate programs on a 4.0 scale?
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the experience or training needed to qualify for a Laborer, WG-3501-01/2/3/4. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
From the descriptions below, choose the letter that BEST describes your level of education for the Student Trainee (Laborer), WG-3501-01 grade level. Please select one response. NOTE: Your resume and transcript(s) must support your response at the time of application.
2.
From the descriptions below, choose the letter that BEST describes your level of education for the Student Trainee (Laborer), WG-3501-02 grade level. Please select one response. NOTE: Your resume and transcript(s) must support your response at the time of application.
3.
From the descriptions below, choose the letter that BEST describes your level of education for the Student Trainee (Laborer), WG-3501-03 grade level. Please select one response. NOTE: Your resume and transcript(s) must support your response at the time of application.
4.
From the descriptions below, choose the letter that BEST describes your level of education for the Student Trainee (Laborer), WG-3501-04 grade level. Please select one response. NOTE: Your resume and transcript(s) must support your response at the time of application.
The following section is used to determine your minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) or academic standing for the Pathways Internship Program. Please select the most appropriate response below.
5.
Are you currently in good academic standing?
6.
Select the one statement that best describes the highest level of experience that you possess and which demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of Laborer, WG-3501-01/2/3/4 grade level or equivalent without more than normal supervision. Note: Your resume must support the response you select.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Lift and carry light to medium weight packages, materials and tools.
8.
Open and unpack cardboard cartons by hand and remove contents.
9.
Use handtruck to move bulky, but light loads.
10.
Pick up trash and paper from grounds.
11.
Rake leaves and grass, pull weeds, water and trim grass.
12.
Spread pre-mixed weed and/or pest control solutions under controlled conditions and under supervision.
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Spread abrasives and/or chemicals on icy surfaces.
14.
Wash motor vehicles by hand.
15.
Use safety equipment such as safety gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses, steel-toe shoes and/or respirators appropriately.
16.
Operate hand tools and/or power tools.
17.
Operate walking-type power mowers, edgers, weedeaters, hedge trimmers and/or mechanical spreaders.
18.
Use handsaws, chainsaws, hatchets, picks, shovels and clippers.
19.
Complete assignments that involve remembering steps, sequences, and phases
20.
Contact others orally to obtain information.
21.
Notify individuals or groups orally of problems or further actions needed.
22.
Understand common signs and read general instructions
23.
Follow safety and security instructions.
24.
Follow routine maintenance procedures for power equipment operated.
25.
Make adjustments to hand tools and power equipment to ensure proper operation
26.
Perform work under all kinds of weather conditions
27.
Routinely perform duties which require constant walking, pushing, bending, stooping, reaching and standing.
28.
Operate hand tools in a safe manner
29.
Assure proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing
30.
Apply established safety regulations.
CERTIFICATION: I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.