Schwergeräteinspektor (m/w/d)

Schwergeraeteinspektor/in

Hohenfels, Germany

Ausschreibungsbereich

WHO MAY APPLY?
Current INTERNAL Local National Employees throughout Germany. This covers all current Local National employees of the U.S. Forces in Germany, including U.S. Air Force and AAFES-Europe within Germany.

AND

EXTERNAL Local National Applicants, who reside in Germany.

Hauptaufgaben

Position performs all equipment inspections on a wide variety of wheeled track, diesel, and electric powered commercial non-tactical use vehicles and special purpose equipment. For example, forklifts, engineering equipment, and steam cleaners subject to major repair, general overhaul and modification. Many vehicles have utility systems or special hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic or mechanical systems designed for construction and comparable heavy duty, industrial or special application.
Inspects the functioning and interaction of power and motion elements, electrical, cooling, and suspension systems, instruments and condition of body and chassis. Diagnoses extent of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and material defects. Determines exact nature and extent of repair work. Estimates costs for man-hours and material. Classifies vehicles and equipment as to economically or uneconomically repairable. Completes inspection sheets stating detail type and extent of repair work. Inspects technical adequacy of completed repair work, makes operational and final road tests. Has signatory authority to certify the safe operational condition and/or final disposition of the inspected vehicle and equipment.
Plans and coordinates for the availability of material and equipment required to perform work. Make parts determination for required repair. Accounts for material, time and equipment used for accomplished repair. Performs equipment inspection and completes inspection reports.
Trains and advises mechanics and/or junior service technicians. Has overall responsibility for safe performance in working area. Performs daily checks and inspections on shop equipment in use in the Maintenance Area for safe and serviceable conditions. Solve finding s on the spot. Advises all users on proper use and operation of equipment and provides training for new personnel.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifikationsanforderungen

Explanations to the E&T Levels (Education & Training Levels) can be found at the link "Description of the Education & Training Levels".
https://portal.chra.army.mil/mnrs?sys_id=0a86e971cd2d2d10aaffb5ebb50f5ac9&view=sp&id=mnrs_kb_article&table=kb_knowledge

C1-5803-05:
E&T Level I, IIA, IIIB, IIIC, IVD and V: not creditable

E&T Level IIB, IIIA: only creditable with certificate of completion in a trade closely related to the position (Automotive Mechanic/ Automotive Electronics Mechanic, Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic) PLUS 3 years experience at the journeyman level

E&T Level IVB, IVC only creditable with certificate of completion in a trade closely related to the position (Automotive Mechanic/ Automotive Electronics Mechanic, Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic).

Current employees who have served one year in the same or similar occupation are qualified for the next higher grade.


C1-5803-5a:
E&T Level I, IIA, IIIB, IIIC, IVD and V: not creditable

E&T Level IIB, IIIA: only creditable with certificate of completion in a trade closely related to the position (Automotive Mechanic/ Automotive Electronics Mechanic, Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic) PLUS 4 years experience at the journeyman level

E&T Level IVB, IVC only creditable with certificate of completion in a trade closely related to the position (Automotive Mechanic/ Automotive Electronics Mechanic, Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic).

Current employees who have served one year in the same or similar occupation are qualified for the next higher grade.



• Applicants must be in possession of a German driver's license class B and CE.

• Forklift operator license desired.

• ADR (hazmat) training/certification is desired.



LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY LEVEL:
English Language Proficiency level B2 AND German Language Proficiency level C2 required.

Description of the Language Levels:
https://portal.chra.army.mil/mnrs?sys_id=13a66d71cd2d2d10aaffb5ebb50f5aa0&view=sp&id=mnrs_kb_article&table=kb_knowledge

Auswahlkriterien auswählen

General Information for LN Job Announcements - please read:

https://portal.chra.army.mil/mnrs?sys_id=77e3ac4a5ce32110924578e08ba9227c&view=sp&id=mnrs_kb_article&table=kb_knowledge

Beschäftigungsbedingungen

Position may be filled at the C-05 or at the full performance level, C-5A. The incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the next higher or full performance level in accordance with regulatory requirements, upon completion of required training, and recommendation of supervisor.


• Employee must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.


WE OFFER:
- a global employer who stands for cultural diversity and equal opportunities
- employment in an international environment with a welcoming atmosphere
- high level of job security and attractive pay under German tariff agreements (CTA II; Protection Agreement) including, but not limited to, the following tariff entitlements:
- 30 days of annual leave; 36 days for severely handicapped employees (additional time-off on 24 & 31 December per tariff agreement)
- vacation and Christmas pay (total of 13 monthly salaries)
- various additional social benefits (e.g., employer pension scheme through Allianz group insurance; property accrual payments)

Beyond the tariff agreement,
- usually time off on 8-9 U.S. holidays due to work hour redistribution (governed by shop agreement)
- employer-specific programs for flexible work schedules; mobile work; length-of-service/performance awards
- health promotion and fitness programs, including free use of employer-run fitness centers.