GARAGE ASSISTANT

United States Postal Service
External Publication for Job Posting 11692316

If this job requires qualification on an examination, the number of applicants who will be invited to take or retake the

examination may be limited.

Branch

Maryland District

Job Posting Period

04/05/2024 – 04/19/2024

This job has an exam requirement. Currently, applicants for this posting who do not yet have an exam score are being

invited to take the exam. Examining will continue until capacity has been reached.

Job Title

GARAGE ASSISTANT

Facility Location

CAPITAL HTS MD VMF

9111 EDGEWORTH DR

CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20790

CONTACT INFORMATION: Local Services Maryland District | Localservicesmarylanddistrict@usps.gov

Position Information

Title: GARAGE ASSISTANT

FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt

Occupation Code: 6955-02XX

Non-Scheduled Days: SATURDAY, SUNDAY

Hours: 0600 – 1430

DRIVING REQUIRED: Applicants must have a valid state driver’s license, a safe driving record, and at least two years of
unsupervised experience driving passenger cars or larger. The driving must have taken place in the U.S. or its possessions

or territories or in U.S. military installations worldwide.

SALARY RANGE: Starting annual salary $50,934 paid bi-weekly

FINANCE NUMBER: 237485

BENEFIT INFORMATION: This is a career position which offers excellent benefits. Newly hired employees are covered by

the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Upon hire, employees are eligible to contribute into the Thrift Savings

Plan (TSP) which is similar to 401(k) plans. We also offer the option to enroll into the Federal Employees Health Benefits

(FEHB) program as well as the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI). Dental, Vision and Long-Term Care

Insurance Programs as well as Flexible Spending Accounts to cover eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent care

(day care) expenses are also available. We offer eleven paid federal holidays as well as accrued vacation and sick leave.

Persons Eligible to Apply

All U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent resident aliens, citizens of American Samoa or other territory owing permanent allegiance

to the United States. Applicants entitled to veterans’ preference and/or covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunity
Act may apply for any posted position. Applicants must apply online at www.usps.com/careers to be considered for this

employment opportunity. You must have a valid email address to apply as communication regarding employment

opportunities, examinations (when applicable), and background checks will be sent by email. Please add the following email

domain addresses to your contact list to allow all correspondence to be received – @usps.gov @psionline.com

@geninfo.com @uspis.gov. EXAM: If an exam is required and you are invited to take the test, instructions regarding the

exam process will be sent to you via email. Please ensure you can receive email messages from our test vendor and follow

instructions carefully so you can be considered for this employment opportunity. SCREENINGS: You may receive multiple

requests for background checks in regards to this employment opportunity. Respond to all requests quickly as we anticipate

filling our vacancies quickly and nonresponses may result in disqualification for this opportunity.

Background Check

The Inspection Service criminal background check is conducted using United States information resources only (e.g., FBI
fingerprint check, state and county checks). A criminal background check involves a 5-year inquiry for any location where
the individual has resided, worked or gone to school within the United States or its territories. As a result of this limitation,
the criminal background checks of individuals who have not resided in the United States or its territories for the preceding
5-years may not be considered complete. The Inspection Service may be able to process inquiries for U.S. Citizens only,
but only if their time spent out of the country was spent as: a trailing spouse or dependent of someone working for the U.S.
government (military or civilian), a missionary, a student attending school in a foreign country, a Peace Corps participant, or
as an employee of a U.S.-based employer/company. If the Inspection Service is unable to perform a complete background
check because of residency outside the United States, such individuals will be ineligible for Postal employment.

Functional Purpose

Assists with, and performs a variety of routine preventive and corrective services in the maintenance of USPS motor vehicles.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lubricates trucks in accordance with lubrication charts and type of truck.

2. Changes crankcase oil and filter cleaners and cleans case in conformance with instructions and vehicle mileage.

3. Changes tires and makes necessary repairs.

4. Washes and steam-cleans trucks.

5. Assists automotive mechanics.

6. Fuels and oils trucks.

7. Cleans garage, garage office, swing room, and washroom, as assigned.

8. Follows established safe work methods, procedures and safety precautions while performing all duties. Complies with all

postal, local, state and federal environmental regulations and policies.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION

Supervisor, Vehicle Maintenance, or other designated supervisor.

The United States Postal Service has the following excellent and challenging employment opportunity for highly motivated
and innovative individuals. Successful candidates must demonstrate through a combination of education, training, and
experience the following requirements:

Requirements

1. BARGAINING UNIT QUALIFICATION STANDARD 6900c (6955-02XX) GARAGEMAN

DOCUMENT DATE: November 3, 2012

FUNCTION:

Assists with, and performs a variety of routine preventive and corrective services in the maintenance of USPS motor vehicles.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

See the Standard Position Description for the occupation code given above.

REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, and ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

This section is composed of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs) that are required to satisfactorily perform the tasks of the

position. Individuals must demonstrate that they possess a sufficient level of each KSA, to include at least minimum

competency for senior-qualified positions to enable them to perform these tasks satisfactorily. Successful completion of the

applicable testing procedure(s) is sufficient to demonstrate the KSAs listed below. In certain circumstances, applicants may

demonstrate these levels by describing examples of experience, education, or training, any of which may be non- postal.

Failure to demonstrate any KSA is disqualifying.

1. Knowledge of tools, parts and equipment related to automotive repair.

2. Knowledge of mechanical principals related to vehicle maintenance.

3. Skill in operating power-driven and hand tools.

4. Skill in servicing vehicles by changing oil and filter and changing or repairing tires.

5. Ability to read and follow instructions.

6. Ability to work without supervision.

7. Ability and willingness to be responsible and dependable in the performance of work duties.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:

Applications must successfully complete Postal Service Test 945 to demonstrate their knowledge of automotive systems.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must be physically able to perform efficiently the duties of the position.

ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:

For positions requiring driving, applicants must have a valid state drivers license from the state in which they live for the

types of vehicles used on the job applicants must also maintain a safe driving record. If driving is required under this

qualification standard, applicants must successfully complete the required Vehicle Familiarization and Safe Operation

training.

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Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Services requirement
to be drug free. Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m., Central Time, of the postings closing date. Applicants claiming veterans
preference must attach a copy of member copy 4 (only) of Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form
214) or other proof of eligibility if claiming 10-point veterans preference. The United States Postal Service (USPS) is an
equal opportunity employer. The USPS provides reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, interview, and/or
selection process, please make your request to the examiner, selecting official or local manager of Human Resources. This
request can also be made by someone on your behalf. Explain the nature of your limitations and the accommodation
needed. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (Fair Chance Act) prohibits the Postal Service from inquiring into the
criminal history of applicants before a conditional offer of employment has been made and sets out penalties for individual
employees who violate the law. An applicant who feels their rights under this federal law have been violated has 30 days
from the date of the alleged violation to file a complaint with the Postal Service at FairChanceActSupport@usps.gov. Further
information can be found at www.usps.com.

SPECIAL NOTE: Current career Postal Service employees are ineligible to apply to this posting.