Automotive Helper

About the role

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) MWR Naval Air Facility Atsugi. Incumbent performs a variety of duties in support of automotive mechanics in performance of maintenance and repair on all combustion-powered vehicles.

Helps with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective parts or components such as fouled spark plugs, worn brake shoes, water pumps, engine gaskets, belts and hoses, etc.

What you will do

• Assists automotive mechanics in performance of maintenance and repair of all combustion-powered vehicles.
• Helps with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective parts or components such as fouled spark plugs, worn brake shoes, water pumps, engine gaskets belts and hoses, etc. Under the direct supervision of the automotive mechanic or higher grade worker, removes and replaces with standard parts, items such as spark plugs, fan belts, starters, carburetors, fuel pumps, water pumps, mufflers, tail pipes, etc. Assists in making settings and adjustments such as setting distributor and voltage regulator points, gaping spark plugs, setting engine idle and time, and taking up on brakes.
• May assists higher grade mechanics and workers in making service calls.
• May be required to operate a light truck or van to answer trouble calls or transport personnel and materials to and from jobs.
• May assists with use of on-board computers and electronic analyzers to help diagnose problems with automatic computer control systems and emission systems.
• May perform maintenance on lawn cutting equipment, such as cleaning filters, spark plugs, and sharpening blades.
• Observes environmental, safety, and security rules and regulations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

This position does not have an education qualification requirement.

How you will be evaluated

Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualification: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic Use of measuring instrument Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment Trouble shooting Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for: Ability to use standard and metric automotive hand and power tools A basic knowledge of automotive repair

Documents you must provide

• Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts.
• You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA): priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation.
• If claiming Military or Family Member Preference and/or Proof of SOFA Status: provide a copy of PCS orders and Family Entry Approval (Military) or Sponsor's Letter of Employment (Civilian).
• If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.).
• If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
• If required under "Qualifications Required": Proof of Education such as high school diploma/GED, clinical licensure, awarded/ conferred academic degree transcript(s) and/or *related coursework transcript(s) relevant to the position.

What to expect next

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.

Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement.

Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Additional information

Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required.

Non-US Citizen or Non-US Bona Fide Resident Alien (Non-Green Card Holder) applicants who are SOFA sponsored must provide a completed police record check with at least seven (7) years of history from the embassy/consulate of their country of citizenship upon receipt of a formal job offer.

Employees (and their family members) who require medical or dental care in Japan may experience severe limitations accessing medical care both on the military installation and the local economy, and also could incur costly medical expenses.

Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.