Department of the Air Force

AUTOMOTIVE WORKER

Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts Full time

AUTOMOTIVE WORKER

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts

Salary Range: $22.89 - $24.79 Per Hour

Job Summary: About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Auto Skills Center at Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. This position will be filled as a full time regular position offering a full benefits package. Requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, crawling and working under vehicles and working in tight spaces. Frequently lifts, handles and carries parts and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs

Major Duties:

  • This position performs and instructs patrons in minor motor vehicle repairs and maintenance on a variety of motor vehicles and motorized equipment that includes cleaning, reinstalling or replacing parts or components and systems such as fouled spark plugs, leaky wheel cylinders, corroded mufflers, and worn brake shoes. Locates worn, dirty, or poorly adjusted parts through visual check or use of a small variety of test equipment (timing lights, feeler gauges and circuit testers). Uses a variety of common hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, brake tools, ignition tools, screwdrivers etc If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12830086

Qualifications: Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 11/19/2025 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference 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 the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must hold a minimum of two (2) ASE certifications. Must have experience in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline powered engines and automotive equipment. This experience must have provided a thorough knowledge of and the ability to remove, replace, clean and install parts, components and accessories; determine when parts should be cleaned and reinstalled or replaced; basic understanding of electricity and hydraulics and the skill to make adjustments and settings; basic understanding of on-board computer diagnostic systems, and other test equipment; skill in using basic automotive tools; read and interpret parts manuals and manufacturer's repair manuals.

How to Apply: To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/19/2025 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy. It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Application Deadline: 2025-11-19