AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC

Air Combat Command; California; On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Eye Insurance

401K

NAF Retirement

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Job summary

Air Combat Command at Beale AFB, CA seeks an automotive technician to troubleshoot, repair, test and overhaul major motor vehicle components. You will use oscilloscopes, gauges, and other equipment to diagnose issues and ensure proper operation.

The role is Regular Full-Time with benefits, offering 35–40 hours weekly. Eligible for health and retirement benefits with the Air Force NAF program and annual leave. Prior federal experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair automotive engines and major components.
• Experience using automotive test equipment (oscilloscopes, compression gauges, diagnostic tools).
• No substitution of education is allowed for this position.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, test, and overhaul major vehicle components.
• Provide instruction to patrons and perform repairs per standards.
• Use test equipment to diagnose malfunctions and determine required repairs.
• Disassemble and rebuild complex components such as engines, transmissions, and hydraulics.

Skills

Automotive repair

Troubleshooting

Test equipment use

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Dial gauges

Engine dynamometers

Job description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Auto Hobby Shop, Beale AFB, CA. This role is for Regular Full-Time employment, offering benefits and ensuring a minimum of 35 hours of work weekly, with the possibility of working up to 40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

The purpose of this position is to troubleshoot, repair, test, and/or overhaul major components on motor vehicles.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.

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.

Health Insurance Dental Insurance Eye Insurance 401K - with up to 3% employer match NAF Retirement Annual Leave Sick Leave

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air Combat Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $25.7 – $29.98/hr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-04.

Who is eligible to apply?

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