Summary The position is located within Facilities Management Service at the Kansas City VA Medical Center and supports the Grounds and Transportation function. The purpose of the position is to independently perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, overhaul, repair, and rebuilding of gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles, grounds equipment, tractors, hydraulic systems, and small-engine equipment used in support of facility operations. Responsibilities The incumbent maintains operational readiness and safety of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment and serves as a technical resource in the maintenance and operation of grounds and snow-removal equipment. Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Independently troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment systems including engines, transmissions, differentials, fuel, hydraulic, brake, steering/suspension, electrical, air conditioning, and lift/positioning systems. Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on tractors, grounds equipment, snow-removal equipment, hydraulic equipment, industrial equipment, and small-engine equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and accepted trade practices. Services include tune-ups, brake replacement, fluid changes, carburetor rebuilds, starter repairs, hydraulic repairs, and seasonal equipment servicing. Operates tractors, mowers, snow-removal equipment, and related grounds equipment on an incidental basis to support equipment testing, maintenance verification, snow removal, and operational requirements. Maintains accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and inventory records for all assigned vehicles and equipment. Manages stock levels of spare parts, supplies, and equipment for tractors, mowers, and vehicles. Uses hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and testing devices to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair duties. Performs other related duties as assigned to support Facilities Management Service operations. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM Position Description Title/PD#: Automotive Mechanic/PD026980 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will 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 qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/09/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Without more than normal supervision 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Work requires heavy physical effort, with frequent lifting and moving heavy equipment and materials. Work often requires tiring, awkward, and uncomfortable positions. Incumbent may stand for long periods of time, bending, stooping, be under vehicles or in tight spaces to make repairs. incumbent must be in good physical condition and ableto lift 75 lbs. routinely. Working Conditions:Incumbent works outside in hot, cold and rainy weather, possibly for long periods of time Incumbent is continually exposed to dirt dust and grease and to potential burns chemical irritations shocks bruises cuts and strains Incumbent may be requested to report to work at any time to help with emergencies or snow removal. Education Additional Information Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
