Maintenance Worker (Motor Vehicle Operator).

U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command is seeking personnel to perform grounds maintenance and related tasks at a facilities site. Responsibilities include mowing, tree removal, brush clearing, and inspecting structures and grounds for safety and condition.

The role requires operating a motor vehicle to move materials and equipment between sites and performing mower upkeep such as sharpening blades and lubrication. Safety and physical requirements apply.

Qualifications

• No formal education qualification is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance (mowing, tree removal, brush clearing).
• Conduct visual and auditory inspections of structures, facilities, and grounds.
• Maintain mowers and equipment (sharpen blades, grease/lubricate).
• Operate a motor vehicle to transport materials and equipment to worksites.

Job description

• Perform grounds maintenance including mowing, tree removal, and brush clearing.
• Conduct a visual and auditory inspection of a structure, facility, and ground.
• Perform maintenance for mower upkeep by sharpening mower blades and greasing/lubricating equipment.
• Operate a motor vehicle to transport material and equipment to a worksite.

Duties

• Perform grounds maintenance including mowing, tree removal, and brush clearing.
• Conduct a visual and auditory inspection of a structure, facility, and ground.
• Perform maintenance for mower upkeep by sharpening mower blades and greasing/lubricating equipment.
• Operate a motor vehicle to transport material and equipment to a worksite.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• One year trial period required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance (Tier 3: Noncritical-Sensitive, Moderate Risk).
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter.
• This position requires the incumbent to possess or be able to acquire a valid State Driver's License.
• This position is mission essential.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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 a(n) Maintenance Worker (Motor Vehicle Operator) ~ without more than normal supervision. Perform basic mower maintenance and repairs; inspect facilities and document defects; safely operate vehicles to load and transport materials and equipment; clear snow using a plow; and assist with preventive maintenance. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Physical Effort

Stands, walks, and bends while performing the work. Lifts and carries equipment and materials weighing up to 40 pounds. The work requires considerable physical effort for long periods in handling materials and operating equipment.

Working Conditions

Works inside and outside in all types of weather. Subject to injury from handling equipment, burns, fumes, noise, falls, cuts, dirt, and grease. May be required to wear protective clothing and equipment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• 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
• This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position.
• 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.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.