BRIDGE MECHANIC HELPER (MVO).

Duties Perform a variety of manual labor tasks incidental to trade or craft work or warehousing activitiesAssist higher graded bridge mechanics in performing maintenance and repair workClimbs and rig scaffolding along bridges to hook up safety cables for other members of the crew and ensure safety and security.Clean sand and salt concentrations from bridges with high pressure hoses and pumpsPrepare surfaces for painting by chipping, sandblasting and applying base and finish coatsClean and maintain tools and materials and equipmentOperate government vehicles. The motor vehicle duties include operating vehicles with a typical weight 26,500 and up to 65,000 lbs when fully loaded Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver's license.Must undergo and pass pre-employment physical and biennially thereafter.Must be willing to take and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and must be willing and able to pass random drug and alcohol (to include urine analysis) tests thereafter.May be required to serve a one year probationary period. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): The ability to perform the work of a Bridge Mechanic Helper (MVO) independently without more than normal supervision to include tasks such as: performing various repair work, and/or safely operate and maintain small power and hand tools and/or ability to operate pickup trucks, sedans, or flatbed trucks - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort Works in cramped and hard to reach places. This requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently required to lift, carry, and set up materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and over. The incumbent exerts moderate physical effort in operating, turning, backing, and controlling vehicles. Working Conditions Work is performed outdoors and at considerable heights. Danger of serious cuts, bruises and broken bones and falls from high places exists. Use of protective clothing and respirator is required when sandblasting. Subject to skin and eye irritations when using solvents and painting. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.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 information sheet.This is a Material Maintenance Management Career Program position aligned under the Logistics Career Management Directorate.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.