Summary You will serve as a Mobile Equipment Servicer in the Public Works Department of NAVFAC SOUTHWEST, in Ventura, CA. Responsibilities You will test, recharge and properly dispose of storage batteries. You will dismount tires from rims by use of hand or power tools. You will service and repair charging systems. You will replace, adjust, and clean terminal, cables, alternators and belts as necessary. You will replace, adjust, and clean radiators, hoses, pumps, and belts as necessary. You will check and maintain all fluids to proper level and type. You must be able to read, understand and use technical publications and schematics, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) operation and maintenance manuals. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: KNOWLEDGE OF EQUIPMENT ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION, REPAIR, ETC. Removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective parts or components on automotive, specialized, weigh and material handling, construction and allied equipment. I work under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=Overview Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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. Education Additional Information This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. May be required to operate a field service vehicle that has a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating in excess of 26,000 pounds. The field service vehicle is classified as a commercial motor vehicle and requires the operator to possess a California Class "B" Commercial Drivers License in order for the servicer to test vehicles for proper operation. Possess an Optional Form 346 (OF346) with forklift endorsement to operate forklifts rate up to 15,000 pounds. May be required to possess a California Class "B" Commercial Drivers License. Works under and around heavy equipment. May be required to work outdoors and may be exposed to varying weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, burns, skin irritations, bruises, electric shock, and sprains while repairing/inspecting equipment. Operate vibrating tools such as pneumatic and electric impact wrenches, dollies, hand trucks, mobile hoists, and jib cranes for movement of heavy equipment. Work requires sitting, kneeling, crouching, stooping, pulling, pushing, climbing and assuming strained or awkward positions to accomplish work for long periods. May be required to work at high elevations (from ground level to 100ft high). The normal use of hands, arms, and legs is required. Normal vision and hearing, with or without corrective devices is required. Relocation incentives as described in 5 USC 5753 may be authorized in accordance with applicable regulations. PCS is not authorized. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. If you are unable to apply online and request information about the Alternate Application process, please contact the Department of Navy's Employment Information Center. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating of 85 or higher. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/ictap/