AIRFIELD CLEARING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Location: Elmendorf AFB, Alaska
Description: Department of the Air Force is at the momment seeking for AIRFIELD CLEARING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR right now, this occupation will be situated in Alaska. Detailed specification about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. The mission of the United States Air Force is to
fly, fight
and
win
Â…in air, space and cyberspace.
To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values --
integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
IF APPLICABLE
:
Military service member's "Statement of Service" will be accepted up to 120 days prior to separation date IF a terminal leave form or DD214 cannot be provided.
The "Statement of Service" must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your rank, dates of active duty service, the Type of Discharge and Character of Service (i.e. honorable).
WHO MAY APPLY:
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here
fo! r more information.
You MUST have one or more identif! ied eligibilities in order to be considered.
**Air Force is not responsible for erroneous eligibilities you list or fail to list**
Air Force Employee (Current, Permanent, Competitive Service, Career/Career-Conditional Employee)
Hourly Salary: $26.21
- $30.60
U.S. Citizenship Required
Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid
Alaska is a high cost of living area
This is a permanent winter seasonal position
This position requires a current Secret clearance
DUTIES:
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THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT ELMENDORF AFB ALASKA:
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The primary purpose of this position is: Operate a variety of diesel and gasoline powered snow removal and engineering utilized for snow removal of roads, parking areas and airfields.
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Operates snow removal equipment such as 3,000 ton per hour rotary ! snow blowers, snow plows with attachments (rollover and angle plows, under bodies, wings and sanders).
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Operates air blast/rotary type brooms, chemical dispensers and multi-purpose sweepers.
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Operates chemical dispensers such as sanders, Epokes and Ice Eagle, to combat snow and ice conditions and to improve traction.
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Operates equipment such as dozers and graders. Utilizes dozers to push and pile large quantities of snow in snow storage areas.
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Performs operator maintenance, such as checking brake fluid levels and air pressure in tires, cleaning and washing of vehicles. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following safety rule and regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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EXPERIENCE:
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C; (e.g. WG-
5767,
AIRFIELD CLEARING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR!
, dated
May, 2009
). Although a specific le! ngth of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which they are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out elements for this position is the Ability To Do The Work Of
AIRFIELD CLEARING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Without More Than Normal Supervision.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of and skill in operating one or more gasoline and diesel powered snow removal equipment such as 3,000 ton per hour blowers, plows with attachments, graders, dump trucks, dozers! , and chemical dispensers.
2. Knowledge of snow and ice control chemicals.
3. Knowledge of traffic and safety regulations, practices and procedures pertaining to motor vehicle operation.
4. Knowledge of airfield snow removal operation. Ability to judge road and traffic conditions and read installation maps to determine the shortest and safest route.
5. Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. related to motor vehicle and preventive maintenance.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE
:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
:
1. Must be able to acquire an Alaska drivers license and commercial class A license. Position requires he ability to discern colors, contrast and depth.
2. Ma! y be required to work uncommon tour of duty, irregular hours and holida! ys. Shift work may be required.
3. May be required to train/guide other personnel.
4. Must pass flight line/runway crossing and authorization test and obtain Secret clearance.
5. May be required to travel TDY for training via commercial and military transport.
6.
Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
The employee works outside in all kinds of weather frequently exposed to dust and dirt. Works near moving parts of equipment and machinery. Employee is regularly exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, and bruises, falls, falling
material , or injury from equipment. May be exposed to grease, fumes, solvents, high noise, vibrations, and exposure to critical injuries from the possibility of the equipment overturning. The exposure to injury, overturning, noise and vibration
is increase when operating larger and more complicated equipment in more ! difficult circumstances. May be required to wear protective clothing, such as hard hats, steel-toed shoes , and gloves
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Heavy physical effort is used by the operator in constantly reaching , bending, turning , and moving hands, arms, feet, and
legs to handle different sets of controls to operate the equipment and attachments. Considerable strain is caused to handle
different sets of controls to operate the equipment and attachments. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration
of the equipment and the jerking and jolting from operating over rough surfaces. Work becomes increasingly strenuous
because of the larger type of equipment handled and the requirements for more frequent adjustments under adverse
operating conditions. The employee frequently
lifts ,
carries and handles items weighing up to 40 pounds. May be required
to do repairs to both flexible a! nd rigid pavements
Your latest resume will be used to determin! e your qualifications.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
To determine if you are qualified for this position, your resume will be reviewed and compared to your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
Applicants, who disqualify themselves, will not be evaluated further.
BENEFITS:
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Benefits of Working for the Federal Government -
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for an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.
OTHER INFORMATION:
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
For additional information, click
here
.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):
For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click
here
.
To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 8
! 0
or above on the rating criteria for this position.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants)
: Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click
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for more information.
Incentives
: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.
90-Day Register:
This announcement may result in a 90-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 90 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
DIRECT DEPOSIT
: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
HOW TO APPLY:
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your R! ésumé
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. A! dditional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)
The complete Application Package
must
be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on
Monday, April 08, 2013
To begin the process, click the
Apply Online
button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the
Submit My Answers
button at the end of the process.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, click
here
for the required cover page.
This Vacancy ID is
863904
. Fax your documents to
1-478-757-3144
.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the questionnaire
View Occupational Questionnaire
2. OPM Form 1203-FX must be provided to show your responses to the occupational qu! estionnaire.
The numbering sequence on the OPM Form 1203-FX will not match the Occupational Questionnaire.
Section 25 of the Occupational Questionnaire restarts with number one, so when entering your responses please continue regardless of number sequence.
This issue has been identified and will be resolved as soon as possible. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately.
Click
here
for the OPM Form 1203-FX., and
3. Fax all required documents to
1-478-757-3144
. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will be the cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE:
It is the applicantÂ's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume) is received, accurate and submitted by the closing date.
You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully by clicking
here
.
Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear th! e virus scan.
Faxed documents take 2-3 business days to process.
Human Resources
WILL NOT
modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
The following documents are required and must be provided by the closing date of the announcement.
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Online Application
(Questionnaire)
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Resume
- If you submit a resume with inappropriate material e.g. photos, you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume may be submitted in any format. For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). Resumes that do not contain this information will be marked as insufficient and applicants may not receive consideration for this position.
here
:
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Eligibility Documentation,
SF50, DD214, Proof of Disability, Certification of Job Readiness, etc.
If you are faxing any documents, click
here
for the official cover sheet to print.
The fax number is 478-757-3144
Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and last four digits of your social security number.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
AFPC RSC
Phone: (800)525-0102
TDD: 800-382-0893
Email: CALL_ONLY_DO_NOT_EMAIL_@1800.525.0102.ORG
Agency Information:
Elmendorf AFB
673 FSS/FSMC
8517 20TH STREET STE 203
ELMENDORF,
AK
99505
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please give us your resume,! with salary requirements and a resume to Department of the Air Force.
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