Automotive Mechanic Gs​/Talent Network; Skillbridge

Position: AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC GS-1670 7/9/11/12 MULTIPLE LOCATIONS TALENT NETWORK (SKILLBRIDGE ONLY)
Please note:
This is NOT a vacancy announcement. By submitting your resume and questionnaire, you are joining our repository of interested applicants who can be considered to fill current and future Automotive Mechanic opportunities.
This posting is for active service members approved or in the approval process to participate in the DOD's Skill Bridge Program who already possess an active Top-Secret Clearance. Skill Bridge candidates are applying to a six-month internship functioning as an Equipment Specialist - Automotive (Automotive Mechanic).
Opening Date: 10/07/2025
Closing Date:
When a sufficient candidate pool has been reached
Job Title AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC GS-1670 7/9/11/12 MULTIPLE LOCATIONS (SKILLBRIDGE ONLY) Location Multiple U.S. Locations Working Hours 8:15am - 05:00pm Job Type Full Time NTE 6 months Who May Apply Open to ALL U.S. Citizens Salary GS-7 $ 42,679.00 - $55,486.00
GS-9 $ 52,205.00 - $67,865.00
GS-11 $ 63,163.00 - $82,108.00
GS 12 $ 75,706.00 - $98,422.00
JOB SUMMARY
DOD Skill Bridge programs provide our retiring and transitioning Service members the opportunity to participate in industry training programs while transitioning out of their Military careers.
DOD covers Military pay and benefits during a Service member's time in a Skill Bridge program, providing an invaluable experience for the Service member and the Industry partner.

KEY REQUIRMENTS

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance
• Some travel may be required
• Must be Approved or in the approval process to participate in the DOD's Skillbridge Program
• Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid driver's license
• Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, burns and strains
• Frequently makes repairs and may assist other workers in making repairs while vehicles are overhead, and where parts worked on are often in hard-to-reach places
• Required to stand, stoop, bend, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time
• Frequently lifts parts and equipment that weigh up to 20 pounds and occasionally lifts and carries items that weigh 50 pounds or more
• Exposure to vehicle fluids such as battery acid and hydraulic fluid that may cause burns or irritate the skin or be otherwise hazardous to health

MAJOR DUTIES

• Responsible for maintaining the operational readiness of the automotive fleet and related equipment
• Inspects, tests, and performs corrective actions, and prepares new vehicles for assimilation into the fleet
• Conducts technical research, obtains additional facts, determines past equipment performance and previous correction actions; determines if the current problem warrants immediate
  corrective actions; and evaluates the actions for cost effectiveness and technical efficiency
• Ensures assigned vehicles are operational in accordance with manufacturer's specifications
• Ensures appropriate registration to include tags, titles, and any necessary state inspections are completed

QUALIFICATIONS AND EVALUATIONS
Please ensure that your specialized experience and requirements are clearly identifiable in your resume. Your application will be evaluated using the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documents will be reviewed to verify that you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared against your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. If your self-assessment in the vacancy questions is not supported by details in your resume or supporting documents, you may be disqualified from the Most Competitive category.

Veteran's preference will be applied.
All applicants will be rated on the following

Competencies:

Customer Service
Organizing and Planning
Problem Solving/Judgment
Vehicle Maintenance
HOW TO APPLY
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