Automotive Mechanic

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at Auto Hobby, Spangdahlem AB, Germany.

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 pounds. Occasionally, moves moderately heavy items with assistance or with mechanical devices, including objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds

MSP is lost if selected for this position.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, 06/22/2026

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany. Legal U.S. residents must possess a social security number or green card and must be:
-A US citizen,
or- A citizen of NATO country,
other than the host country (Germany),

These individuals may be eligible for employment under the Local National (LN) program; you may contact the LN Team at 06565-61-6080 or DSN 452-6080 for more information on eligibility requirements. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• 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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

• Knowledge 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
• Ability to read and interpret parts manuals and manufacturer's repair manuals.

Education:Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.Employment Type: OTHER