Automotive Mechanic

Summary

Joining the Secret Service, Secret Service Police, Office of the Chief will allow you to become an essential part of the Secret Service protective mission by performing operational maintenance of all fleet and armored vehicles that are essential to support the United States Secret Service (USSS) mission.

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Duties

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The selectee will serve as an Automotive Mechanic in the Secret Service Police, Office of the Chief. Typical work assignments include:

• Performing required regular technical maintenance and modifications using complex tooling to solve unique mechanical issues that are specific to the armored vehicle platforms.
• Serving as parts and supply room attendant and receives, stores, issues, requisitions, inventories, and monitors various tools, equipment, parts, and shop supplies to facilitate the upkeep of all assigned vehicles
• Responsible for use of and applying technical maintenance to special purpose protective vehicles, armored vehicles and or vehicles deemed essential to support the USSS mission such as buses, motorcycles, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV), Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs) and or other small engine equipment that support protective operations.
• Thoroughly inspect(s) armored/special purpose vehicles to ensure peak operation and protective function to certify asset reliability.
• Troubleshooting and repairing all major components and subcomponents using a range of test procedures. These include but are not limited to (sensors, water pumps, spark plugs, brake shoes, mufflers, radiator caps, condensers, engine gaskets, a variety of belts and hoses, and complete assemblies such as removing old engines and replacing them with new engines).

Apply for this exciting opportunity to impact the Secret Service's initiatives in the technical maintenance of vehicles in support of its protective mission. This Automotive Mechanic position starts at a per hour wage of $34.71 (WG-10 step 01), with potential to $40.55 (WG-10 step 05).

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service

If selected for this position, you will be required to:

• Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Tier 5 clearance. For more information visit OPM Mythbuster Page.
• Submit a credit check after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted.
• Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
• Posses three (3) or more National Institute of Automative Service Excellence (ASE) certifications or equivalent before being appointed.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To be considered qualified for this position you must meet the following qualification requirements for the respective grade level in which you are applying.

Screen-Out Element: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the screen out element. You qualify at the WG-10 level (starting hourly rate of $34.71) based on having sufficient training and experience when comparing your application to the Applicant Assessment Questions. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating and those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements.

The screen-out element for this position is:

• Ability to do the work of an Automotive Mechanic without more than normal supervision.

To meet the Screen-out Element, you should have experience performing the following duties:

• Perform common Automotive Mechanic duties to include maintenance, repair, overhaul, replacement, installation on major components, assemblies, and other systems such as engines, transmissions, electrical, exhaust, brakes.
• Use test equipment and machine tools to conduct diagnostic testing and perform necessary repair work.
• Interpret repair manuals, technical specifications, and safety manuals.

Selective Placement Factor: In addition to the screen-out element described above, you must meet the following requirement(s) to be considered qualified for the position: Applicant must possess and maintain a current and valid U.S. driver's license. Please indicate license numbers, state of license, and expiration dates.

Job Elements: Those who meet the minimum level of experience and training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each of the following job elements:

Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)

Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.

Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic).

Troubleshooting.

Use of Measuring Instruments.

Physical Requirement: This position requires more than a moderate degree of physical exertion and includes standing, stooping & bending, stretching, kneeling, crouching, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The work is performed overhead spaces or in hard-to reach and cramped locations. Frequent lifting of parts and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds is required and occasionally may lift and carry heavier items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions: Work may be done inside a shop or outside, exposing the incumbent to prevailing weather conditions. Exposure to drafts, vehicle fumes, dirt, grease and dust is common. May stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time, crawl under vehicles, and may be required to work under vehicles exposed to dampness, heat or cold. Vehicle fluids, battery acids and solvents may cause burns or skin irritation. Incumbent is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, bums, strains while working. Independent judgment is used centered on provisions in technical manuals and recognized trade practices. The incumbent is required to use all personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and respirators in accordance with all safety and environmental control programs.

The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

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.

Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience aloneno substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act may submit a written complaint to View email address on click.appcast.io.

More than one selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade and unit occur.

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.

The Secret Service prohibits employees from having visible body markings (including but not limited to tattoos, body art, and branding) on the head, face, neck, hand and fingers (any area below the wrist bone) (exception: a single conservative and unobtrusive tattoo in the form of a ring is authorized on one finger).

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.

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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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.

Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

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.