Small Engine Mechanic Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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The primary purpose of this position is to provide a Small Engine Mechanic Supervisor for oversight of inmate personnel.
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Duties
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• Maintain and repair garden and small construction equipment.
• Monitor the maintenance performed by personnel in the motor pool.
• Provide technical and limited administrative supervision of personnel engaged in the maintenance and repair of 2 and 4-cycle gasoline powered lawn care equipment and other miscellaneous equipment with capabilities.
• Operate a variety of gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of more than 10,000 and up to 26,000 pounds.
• Determine all requirements in equipment and manpower for performance of assigned tasks.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service. See Legal and Regulatory Guide
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments is required
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• May assist higher grade mechanics work on more complex repairs.
• The duties of this position require the employee to operate a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Federal Wage System Qualification Standards WG-8600 - Engine Overhaul Family
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-8600. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training, that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to remove, replace, clean, and install a variety of components, accessories, and parts of systems, such as wheel cylinders, universal joints, wheel bearings, springs, shock absorbers, catalytic converters, clutch assemblies, mufflers, components of air conditioning and heating systems, carburetors and suspension systems, etc. Using tools and equipment both standard and metric (e.g., torque wrenches, brake tools, analyzers, circuit testers, dwell meters, tachometers, etc.); on-board computer diagnostic systems and other test equipment; operate diagnostic equipment, gauges, and meters; use of test equipment such as test lamps, timing lights, tachometers, multimeters, and dial gauges. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Ability to do the work of a Small Engine Mechanic without more than normal supervision. (Screen Out Element)
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair and use and ability to use maintain tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of technical practices associated with the small engine mechanic trade.
• Ability to interpret instructions and specifications and troubleshoot small engine equipment.

Conditions of Employment Continued:
This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
Physical Effort: Work requires standing, stooping, bending, stretching on concrete surfaces. Frequently lifts, handles, and carries parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Occasionally, they may lift and carry items that weigh up to 50 pounds with the aid of mechanical lifting devices or assistance from other workers.
Working Conditions: Usually works indoors on concrete surfaces bay area, exposed to drafts, noise, and auto fumes. Continually exposed to dirt, dust, grease, and to the potential for burns, chemical irritations, shocks, bruises, cuts, and strains. Occasionally works outside under adverse weather conditions. Required to follow prescribed safety procedures and may be required to use safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, and respirators.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Applications will be accepted from United States citizens (U.S. citizenship required at time of application).
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here.
For information on veteran's preference click here.
120-DAY COMPETITIVE CERTIFICATE: This vacancy announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for 120-days from the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as/if additional vacancies occur during this period.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated in the "Highly Qualified" or "Best Qualified" Category on the rating criteria for this vacancy. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
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