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U.S Air Force

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC

U.S Air Force, Biloxi, Mississippi, United States, 39531

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About the position This position is Non‑appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Bay Breeze Golf Course on Keesler AFB, MS. This is a Regular Part time position. You are guaranteed 20 hours a week. You will be offered Health insurance, life insurance, 401k, and Retirement.

Requires frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, crawling under vehicles, and working in tight spaces. Frequently lifts, handles, and carries parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Duties Inspects, diagnoses and repairs mechanical defects in diesel, electric and gasoline powered vehicles, trucks, trencher, sweepers, rollers, mowers and other mechanical equipment used in utility work; sharpens mower blades; disassembles motors and performs general overhauling; grinds valves; repairs transmissions, differentials, carburetors, distributors, fuel pumps, steering systems, starters, generators, universal joints, hydraulic systems and high pressure pumps and valves; installs and adjusts brakes; installs batteries, tires, wiring and glass; welds and may do some machining work in making fittings used in maintenance equipment; frequently makes emergency repairs on the course. Interprets and applies manufacturers' repair manuals and technical specifications schematic, engineering drawings, diagnostic codes, computer printouts and environmental and safety manuals to ensure complex work meets manufacturer's specifications. Maintains a preventive maintenance program on all equipment purchases, repaired parts and replacement supplies; maintains a complete set of records for equipment and parts inventory, parts purchased, equipment conditions, cost of repairs and preventive maintenance for all equipment; spot checks equipment for performance in the field; services or supervises servicing of equipment prior to use and is responsible for shop maintenance. This program includes the repair of broken or failing equipment, keeping records of parts and labor needed to maintain each piece of equipment and placing orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment or service. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing. Uses and maintains hand and power tools. Maintains records and documents actions. Complies with environmental directives pertaining to handling hazardous materials and hazardous waste. Performs grounds maintenance work such as mowing, weeding, watering, pruning and trimming, selecting and applying established gardening methods. Uses and maintains a variety of hand and power‑operated garden tools. Operates a farm‑type tractor and towed or attached equipment on level or rolling terrain typical of a golf course. Performs maintenance on the equipment. The employee works from oral assignments or work orders. The incumbent makes independent judgements and decisions concerning the type and extent of the repairs needed. Completes repairs and adjustments in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and service bulletins and ensures that vehicle systems (e.g. lighting systems, steering mechanisms, mechanical/hydraulic braking systems, exhaust systems) function in accordance with safety regulations set by various regulatory agencies. Completed repairs are made with little or no check during progress or upon completion. Supervisor assures overall work meets accepted trade standards.

Requirements

This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.

This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

This position requires the incumbent to have a valid driver's license.

This position requires the incumbent to satisfactorily complete a pre‑employment physical.

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