Powered Support Systems Repairer

Federal Emergency Management Agency; Round Hill (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC) seeks a Diesel Mechanic to repair and maintain diesel engines and related systems under varying conditions. The role requires adherence to safety procedures and the ability to work in a high-demand environment near critical facilities.

The incumbent will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose diesel system issues, and ensure reliability of fuel, heat exchangers, and exhaust subsystems in both indoor

Qualifications

• Duties emphasize repair and maintenance of diesel engines and related fuel, heat exchangers, and exhaust systems.
• Applicants must demonstrate the knowledge and skill level required for the target trade.
• Applicants must provide exact dates of employment (MM/YY) and hours per week when requested.
• Safety practices and protective equipment are required during maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain diesel engines and associated systems as part of the Mount Weather Diesel Section.
• Work may be inside or outside, in variable weather, with exposure to dust, noise, and hazards.
• Follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.

Job description

In this position you will work as a member of the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC), Facilities Management Division, Diesel Section team. The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability and skills to repair and maintain diesel engines and associated systems such as fuel, heat exchangers, and exhaust systems.

The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standard. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, 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 perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Working Conditions

Powered support systems mechanics may work inside or outside. Inside, they are frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperature, and loud noise. Outside, they may work in bad weather, in rain or snow, or in wet or icy areas. Both inside and outside, the mechanics are frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and hard damp floors or surfaces. Mechanics work on parts and systems which are dirty and greasy, and which may be dangerous to operate or repair because of defects. They are frequently exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, burns, bruises, strains, and electrical shock while repairing, positioning, adjusting, and moving equipment, and are exposed to the possibility of receiving bums and skin irritations from acids, fluids, and lubricants. To reduce the dangers and irritations from the above conditions, the mechanics follow numerous safety procedures and wear equipment such as protective eyeglasses, ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, respirators, gloves, and clothing. Some of these safety items may be uncomfortable to wear or use and may be worn or used for long periods.

Physical Effort

Mechanics perform work which involves frequent bending, reaching, crouching, standing and arm movement. They sometimes must work in awkward positions or cramped areas. They frequently lift and carry items weighing up to about 18 kilograms (40 pounds) and lift heavier items using jacks, hoists, or helpers.

Experience

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. For a brief video on How to Create a Federal Resume, click here.

Current or former FEMA Reservists/Disaster Assistance Employee (DAE)

To accurately credit your experience for these intermittent positions, make sure to list the dates (from MM/YY to MM/YY) of each deployment, along with the job title and specific duties you were responsible for during each deployment. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification.