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. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : Provides instruction to patrons, and performs duties such as: troubleshooting, rebuilding and repairing automotive engines, major assemblies and components. Utilizes test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, compression gauges, exhaust electrical test stands, electrical testers, special feeler and dial gauges, exhaust and analyzers, engine and chassis dynamo-meters. Troubleshoots defects, diagnoses malfunction, and determines type and extend of repair(s) necessary. Tear down, rebuilds or replaces complex components, such as engines, transmissions, differentials, axle assemblies, power steering mechanisms, braking systems, cooling systems, wheels and bearings, and hydraulic and electrical systems. Hooks up fuel, oil, hydraulic and electrical systems to repaired unites and makes adjustments to assure proper operation of units. Maintains order in the facility, enforces applicable fire, safety and good housekeeping rules and regulations. Performs cleanup duties as required. Keeps tools and equipment in good condition by periodic and preventative maintenance Recommends replacement/repair and/or acquisition of tools and equipment. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13112968 QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : 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, 12/07/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens. 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: Must have experience in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline powered engines and automotive equipment, to include the full range of repairing, disassembling, troubleshooting and overhauling of these engines. Knowledge of the makeup, operation and installation of complex major systems and assemblies to troubleshoot and repair a variety of systems or to rebuilding one or more systems. Knowledge to test and troubleshoot components and systems to locate equipment defects Ability to interpret and apply manufacturer's repair manuals and technical specifications, schematics and e

Salaire : $25 – $25/Per Hour

Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF). Spangdahlem Air Base is located near the small German town of Spangdahlem. Larger cities nearby include Bitburg, about 20 minutes away; Wittlich, about 20 minutes away; and Trier, about 30 minutes away. Spangdahlem currently includes about 1,282 acres of land (two square miles), a 10,000-foot primary runway, an 8,074-foot secondary runway, and over 500 buildings. The base is now home to approximately 5,000 US active-duty members and 7,000 dependents. Spangdahlem lies in the southwestern portion of the country in the Rhineland-Palatinate state (Rhineland-Pfalz, in German) - not far from the borders of Belgium, Luxembourg, and France. Although Rhineland-Pfalz is one of the smaller German States, the region also contains more than two-thirds of all the vineyards in the Federal Republic of Germany. The area around Spangdahlem is commonly referred to as "The Eifel". Germany is a beautiful country, wit