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Laborer (Machinery & Equipment)
- Pacific Air Forces (Elmendorf AFB, AK)
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Summary About the position: This position will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK. This a Regular Full-Time position. Regular Full-Time employees have a regular and continuous work schedule of at least 35 hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week. You are eligible for the following benefits and compensation: Health and Life Insurance, Awards, Leave, Retirement, 401K, Overtime Pay, Workers' Compensation, Shift Differential, Sunday Premium Pay, Holiday Pay. Responsibilities Performs significant labor involved with recreational equipment, campgrounds, and facility grounds maintenance. Operates forklift to move trailers and campers, operates snow blowers, generators, riding lawn mowers and similar types of specialized motorized equipment and require constant attention to working space and environment. Operates various controls and levers to maneuver equipment and lift, lower, adjust, engage, and disengage components or attached devices when working around: electrical, snowy, icy, slippery, dusty, and wet areas, fence lines, banks and hillsides, trenches, slopes, curbs, rocks and other visible obstacles. Determines and selects the most appropriate type of equipment to accomplish each phase of the work in the most productive and cost-effective manner. Completes all aspects of special assignments involving several steps, phases or detailed procedures (e.g., cleaning campers, doing minor repairs to campers' boats and other trailers, lights, air up tires, and staging equipment). The laborer cleans campers, campgrounds, facility, removes snow in the winter from walkways and designated areas puts down ice melt and uses hand tools when needed and may be asked to operate other equipment. Assists with conducting routine inspection and minor maintenance checks on ODR equipment, vehicles, rental equipment, and hand tools. Maintenance may include oil changes, battery checks, filling tanks with gasoline, checking fluid levels, hoses, and filters, and replacing lights. Assists with the upkeep of equipment to make sure things are in good mechanical and safe operating condition. Document and report mechanical/safety issues. During winter season, this position may be tasked with assisting with snow removal for other activities. Maintain snow by clearing doors in the winter and around certain areas that have been designated to be clean and clear. Assist with regular operations and report any issues that may arise to lead mechanic or Mechanic Supervisor. Assists front counter with checking in & out equipment as needed, to include loading and unloading of bouncy houses, lawn mowers, generators, weed trimmers, and various other rental equipment. Be alert at all times for unsafe conditions, mechanical malfunctions and possible injury to customers and co-workers through their own negligence. Answers a variety of questions from patrons on equipment operations. Advises supervisor of any condition or occurrence that may adversely affect the safety of equipment operation. Follows procedures as defined in the SOP. Keep area of responsibility in a high state of cleanliness both inside and outside. Keep shop and work area organized and help to manage workflow in an efficient manner. Perform a variety of maintenance work at ODR and other areas as directed and needed. Cleans bathhouses at campsites, latrines, campers, and trailers. Makes minor repairs to boats, tables, grills, life preservers and other equipment rented out by ODR. May occasionally assist with roads and grounds clearing parking/storage lots, mowing grass, removing overgrown bushes and shrubs, fills and level holes, or use motorized paint sprayer to line RV storage lot. Provide superior service to customers (internal and external) at all times. Follow the ODR Etiquette and Guidelines while interacting with the customers and responds to all customers and co-workers in a courteous, efficient manner. Provides assistance to customers by answering questions about facilities, giving directional information, setting up camping/party/playground areas and equipment, explaining rules and regulations etc. Enforces safety, hygiene and health standards, policies, and regulations. Load, unload, or relocate heavy or bulky equipment including but not limited to: 10-place kayak trailers, rafting/ATV trailers, boats utilizing 1 Ton vehicle. Load/offload utility trailers with variety of outdoor equipment. Operate various heavy equipment and/or vehicles to locations both on and off base in a variety of weather conditions. Conduct assigned tasks and operate assigned equipment and vehicles in a safe manner. Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications 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, 07/28/2025 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and 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 the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must have experience which demonstrates knowledge of: large, complex equipment/machinery and similar types of specialized mowing equipment; skill in operating various controls and levers to maneuver equipment and lift, lower, adjust, engage and disengage components or attached devices; skill in controlling and maneuvering large, complex mowing equipment; ability to independently complete assignments involving several steps, phases or procedures; ability to follow written and/or oral instructions; ability to lift and move heavy objects weighing over 50 pounds. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement.. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
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