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Automotive Mechanic Helper NA-05
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
Location not specified
Salary
$20.11 - $23.46
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is an entry-level helper role at a U.S. Army base's automotive skills center, where you'll assist experienced mechanics in basic maintenance and repairs on vehicles like cars and trucks.
It involves hands-on tasks such as replacing parts like spark plugs or belts under supervision, while following safety rules.
It's ideal for someone with basic mechanical interest and some prior experience, looking for flexible, part-time work without guaranteed hours or benefits.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or creditable job-related experience substituting for education
- At least 6 months of progressively general experience
- Minimum 6 months of specialized experience in general automotive work
- Ability to assist in removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning vehicle parts like spark plugs, brake shoes, and belts
- Knowledge of basic vehicle repairs such as replacing starters, carburetors, or mufflers under direct supervision
- Familiarity with making simple adjustments like setting spark plugs or brakes
- Adherence to environmental, safety, and security rules and regulations
Full Job Description
This position is located at the USAG Humphreys Automotive Skills Center.
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This is a flexible position with zero guaranteed hours and is NOT COMMAND SPONSORED. The position does not offer SOFA status, installation access or a Letter of Employment (LOE).
Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. Resumes must be two pages (or less).
Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: 1.
Applicant must have completed high school or the equivalent in a trade school. Creditable job related experience may be substituted for the education requirement. 2.
Must have 6 months of progressively general experience plus a minimum of 6 months of specialized experience in general automotive work. Major Duties:
- Assists automotive mechanics in performance of maintenance and repair on all combustion powered vehicles.
- Helps with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, replacing, adjusting, or cleaning defective parts or components such as fouled spark plugs, worn brake shoes, water pumps, engine gaskets belts and hoses, etc.
- Under the direct supervision of the automotive mechanic or higher grade worker, removes and replaces with standard parts, items such as spark plugs, fan belts, starters, carburetors, fuel pumps, water pumps, mufflers, tail pipes, etc.
- Assists in making settings and adjustments such as setting distributor and voltage regulator points, gaping spark plugs, setting engine idle and time, and taking up on brakes.
- Observes environmental, safety, and security rules and regulations. Performs other duties as assigned.
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