Automotive Mechanic

Pacific Air Forces

Alaska

On-site

USD 34,000 - 40,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Pacific Air Forces in Alaska is seeking an Automotive Mechanic to perform troubleshooting, repair engines, transmissions, and major assemblies using a range of diagnostic test equipment. The role involves dismantling, rebuilding, and reassembling complex components to manufacturers' specifications.

This federal position offers a guaranteed 20 hours per week at a pay rate of $25.19 to $29.38 per hour, with eligibility to apply through the Public path.

Qualifications

Experience diagnosing and repairing automotive systems.
Ability to use test equipment and diagnose malfunctions.
Must be 18+ years old.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction to patrons and perform troubleshooting, rebuilding and repair of automotive engines, major assemblies and components.
Utilize test equipment to diagnose defects and determine repair needs.
Repair engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, cooling and electrical systems per manufacturer specs.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Compression gauges

Electrical test stands

Job description

Schedule: This position is guaranteed 20 hours per week.

The Auto Hobby shop provides the bays and equipment you need to get your vehicle back on track. Helping our dedicated military members and their families by providing guidance and assistance to fixing their automotive needs. Must be 18+ years of age.

Key Responsibilities

Provides instruction to patrons, as requested or as deemed appropriate, and on a regular and recurring basis, performs such duties as: troubleshooting; rebuilding and repairing automotive engines, major assemblies, and components. Utilizes test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, compression gauges, exhaust electrical test stands, electrical testers, special feeler and dial gauges, exhaust and analyzers, engine and chassis dynamo-meters.

Troubleshoots defects, diagnoses malfunction, and determines type and extent of repair(s) necessary. Tears down, rebuilds, or replaces complex components, such as engines, transmissions, differentials, axle assemblies, power steering mechanisms, braking systems, cooling systems, wheels and bearings, and hydraulic and electrical systems. Aligns, meshes, and connects repaired units to related mechanisms and effects adjustments according to manufacturers' specifications.

Hooks up fuel, oil, hydraulic, and electrical systems to repaired units and makes adjustments to assure proper operation of units. Maintains order in the facility; enforces applicable fire, safety, and good housekeeping rules and regulations. Performs cleanup duties as required. Keeps tools and equipment in good condition by periodic and preventive maintenance. Recommends replacement/repair and/or acquisition of tools and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program.

It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Pacific Air Forces, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $25.19 – $29.38/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-29.

What is the work schedule?

This is a This position is guaranteed 20 hours per week. position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.