Fort Sam Houston, TX, 78234, USA
4 days ago
Powered Support Systems Mechanic
Summary About the Position: The primary purpose of this position is to install, repair, and perform organizational maintenance on powered ground and similar support equipment used to support the operation of the Deployable Medical Systems Equipment for Training (DMSET) equipped Combat Support Hospital located at Camp Bullis, Texas. Responsibilities Disassembles, overhauls, reassembles and adjust to specifications equipment assigned to the Deployable Medical Systems Equipment for Training. Inspects, lubricates, adjusts replaces parts as required, and diagnoses malfunctions of hydraulic, electrical and brake systems of transporter and . Diagnose equipment malfunctions using built in test equipment, automatic test equipment, and go/no-go indicators. Repair, and replace over voltage/under voltage assemblies, over frequency/under frequency Powered Support Equipment. Operate a wide range of complex troubleshooting, testing and repairing equipment for mechanical and electrical systems. Update manuals and publications. Understand principles of operation of both AC and DC electric power generation systems, combustion powered reciprocating engines, heating and cooling systems. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Executive Order (E.O.) 12721 Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI) Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement Eligible People with Disabilities, Schedule A Postal Service/Peace Corps and Other Unique Authorities Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Reinstatement Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Powered Support Systems Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Have the ability to perform performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Inspect, lubricate, adjust and replace parts as required, and diagnoses malfunctions of hydraulic, electrical and brake systems of transporter and various dolly systems. Diagnose equipment malfunctions using built in test equipment, automatic test equipment, and go/no-go indicators. Repair, and replace over voltage/under voltage assemblies, over frequency/under frequency Powered Support Equipment. Operate a wide range of complex troubleshooting, testing and repairing equipment for mechanical and electrical systems. Update manuals and publications. Understand principles of operation of both AC and DC electric power generation systems, combustion powered reciprocating engines, heating and cooling systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, pressure regulators, electrical switching, harness wiring and metering systems. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Trouble Shooting Physical Efforts: The employee performs work which involves frequent standing, bending, reaching, crouching, and arm movement. They sometimes work in awkward positions or cramped areas. Frequently, lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds and lifts heavier items using jacks, hoists, or helpers up to 70 pounds. Working Conditions: The employee works inside and outside. Inside the area is well lighted, heated, and ventilated. Outside, the employee may be exposed to heat, cold, rain, and dust. Both inside and outside the employee is exposed to loud noise, fumes and hard damp surfaces, as well as the possibility of cuts, bruises, scrapes, bums, and electrical shock. To reduce the dangers and irritations from adverse conditions, the employee follows numerous safety procedures and wears equipment such as protective eyeglasses, ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, respirators, gloves, and clothing. Some of these safety items may be uncomfortable to wear or use, and may be worn or used for long periods. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. This is an Automotive Mechanic Career Field position. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
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