Mechanical Equipment Repairer

Description:

About the Position: Sierra Army depot is located in Herlong, Ca, a rural town in Northern California. Herlong is approximately 60 miles north of Reno, NV, and 35 miles of Susanville, Ca. The depot serves as an Army Expeditionary Logistical Support Center. Employees work Mon-Thurs, 0630-1700 hrs. Youth Facilities and childcare available. Mass transportation is available at minimal cost. Surrounding area boasts a full range of outdoor sports/recreation activities.

Requirements:

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) Mechanical Equipment Repairer ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common tasks which include correcting inspection discrepancies for organization and performing maintenance to complete trip tickets. I am skilled in performing minor repairs for safe operations. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work assignments involve standing and working on concrete and asphalt for long periods, climbing, reaching, sitting, laying, bending, and occasionally working in cramped, awkward positions. Continuously uses hand and arm dexterity. Pulls, pushes, and lifts items weighing up to 45 pounds. For heavier items, two or more workers lift or move.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside in warehouse shops that are occasionally hot, cold, damp or drafty. Works outside frequently in all types of weather. Subject to cuts and abrasions when using tools and is exposed to grease, oil, dirt, acids, paints, etc. Must observe existing safety rules related to wearing of protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes and wearing of helmets and earplugs when assisting crane operator.