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Automotive Mechanic
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 1 days ago
On-site Kansas City, MO $35.2 – $41.1/hr Apply by Jul 9, 2026 Automotive Mechanic ESTPISTP OperationsTrades
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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.
What You'll Do
- →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
- ✓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.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 80944777-47d0-4170-901a-eb25c60da96b
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