Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to operate airfield clearing equipment, auxiliary equipment, and service and operate aircraft deicer vehicles during the aircraft deicing operations and to perform Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) flight line dispatch functions and AGE service inspections. Responsibilities Operate deicer GL-1800 and performs deicing duties on F-22, C-17, and F-15 aircraft. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and maintains tools and equipment. Performs dispatch driving of Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE). Maintains records and documents action. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length 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 you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the Ability to Do the Work of an Airfield Equipment Operator without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of technical practices associated with repair and maintenance of deicer trucks. Ability to drive safely, interpret/apply instructions required for flight line deicer truck operation, and demonstrate reliability and dependability as a deicer truck operator. Ability to use and maintain tools and special equipment needed to repair and maintain deicer vehicles and interpret instructions, specification, and schematics associated with deicing trucks. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation. Ability to use and maintain power/hand tools required for operator maintenance of equipment. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Moderate physical effort is used by the operator in reaching, bending, turning, and moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls to operate the equipment and attachments while sitting for extended periods of time. Requires moderate to heavy physical effort in climbing ladders and trucks to service tanks. Weight lifted seldom exceeds 50 pounds. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the jerking and jolting from operating over rough surfaces. Frequently required to work in awkward or strained positions while installing items, reaching, lifting, and bending while using hand/powered tools. Eyestrain is probable when operating vehicles during adverse weather conditions. WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee works outside in all kinds of weather, often in an open driver's seat. The operator is exposed to injury due to the possibility of the equipment overturning, and to slipping and sliding on ice or snow. Employee is subject to noise, dirt, dust, dirt, and fumes from the motor and exhaust and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents while operating or servicing vehicles. May be required to wear protective clothing. 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. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information 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 well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. 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 here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.