Inspektor (Geraete- & Materialinstandhaltung) Kaiserslautern, 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. Hauptaufgaben Administers and technically controls the accomplishment of current maintenance and repair work on stationary and portable industrial machinery and equipment such as conveyor, sandblasting and automatic car wash systems, cranes, air compressors, hydraulic presses, test stands, galvanizing plant; engine lathes, drilling machines and other hand and machine tools. Formulates on basis of manufacturers technical data and operating instructions detailed inspection and maintenance procedures to fit local maintenance cycles and conditions. Personally inspects equipment and systems in case of major malfunction or breakdown, which cannot be eliminated in the fixed time frame for cyclic inspections. Determines and specifies kind and extent of necessary repair or replacement work, parts and components needed, man-hours required and prepares total cost estimates. Prepares detailed work order for in-house work force respectively notifies contractor of work required. Monitors work accomplishment, makes final inspection of completed work, determines necessary corrective measures. Reviews and certifies contractor's bills for compliance with -actual work done as well as material and man-hours charged. Drafts the technical portion of service contracts for subsequent procurement action. Translates technical instructions and specifications relating to the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and systems from English into German and vice versa using manufacturers' handbooks, technical manuals and the like. Contacts and is contacted by firms and local suppliers on matters concerning particular spare parts and maintenance work requirements. Keeps all pertinent equipment records, maintenance schedules and files current and prepares regular and special reports. Maintains time and attendance records for inspection team members. Provides technical assistance, maintenance and maintains liaison for the USAREUR Protective Mask Surveillance Program. Personal contacts are made with OCONUS, QA Division, Pine Bluff Arsenal, Arkansas. The contacts are mandatory to relay information requested by agencies involved to stratify actions in an effort to enhance facility improvement, to obtain information, to provide guidance, follow-up on suspense actions, to comply with applicable regulations and to agree with standards set by QA Division. Must be thoroughly familiar with correspondence and other administrative procedures, maintenance, verification and components replacement on Defensive Chemical Test Equipment (Tester: Leakage-M14, indicator outlet valve leakage-WA1, Q212; Microphone Q1 2A1). Maintains a log register of the test equipment to record all maintenance and service actions performed. As required administers and coordinates all issues pertaining to a limited number of service contracts to ensure contractors involved meet their responsibilities for product quality. Ensures quality and timely work performance is provided by the Contractor(s). The incumbent initiates corrective action, such as withholding payment, renegotiating of certain clauses, partial or complete contract termination. Notifies the responsible Contracting Officer and contractor of violations and deficiencies noted. Serves as the Contracting Officer Representative and primary source of information to the Contracting Officer in determining and evaluating the contract costs incurred. Follows surveillance techniques and written procedures to use in inspecting the operations or functions under contract to determine efficiency and equitable review appropriate to the service. This includes methods (metrics) for determining acceptability/non acceptability of performance. Is required to verify the validity of all quality assurance related reports and data supplied by the contractor. 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_id0a86e971cd2d2d10aaffb5ebb50f5ac9&viewsp&idmnrs_kb_article&tablekb_knowledge C-05: 1. Following qualification standards apply for internal placements. E&T Levels I: PLUS 3 years of creditable experience as defined below. E&T Levels II: PLUS 2 years of creditable experience as defined below. E&T Levels III A is creditable with a directly or closely related apprenticeship or specialization/certification to the trade of the position; PLUS 1 year of creditable experience as defined below. Creditable experience: Journeyman or equivalent level experience in the trade or in a closely related trade that is to be performed in the position. E&T Levels IV A, B, and C, are creditable with a directly or closely related apprenticeship or specialization/certification to the trade of the position; no additional experience required. E&T level, III B, C and IV D and V are not creditable to use for substitution of experience. Individuals with these E&T Levels must demonstrate knowledge and experience in the trade of the position. Exceptions: (1) Current employees in the same or similar inspector or specialist positions who have served one year in their current grade qualify for the next higher grade, regardless of their E&T Level. (2) Current employees who have served one year in a foreman position without official certification as foreman (Meisterbrief) in the same or similar occupation qualify up to the C-6 level. (3) In the absence of qualified applicants, a waiver of qualification requirements may be initiated in order to promote or reassignment current employees who have already been performing same or similar work. C-5a: 1. Following qualification standards apply for internal placements. E&T Levels I: 3 years of creditable experience type a, defined below; and 1 year of creditable experience type b, defined below. E&T Levels II: 2 years of creditable experience type a, defined below; and 1 year of experience type b, defined below. E&T Levels III A is creditable with a directly or closely related apprenticeship or specialization/certification to the trade of the position; PLUS 1 year of creditable experience type a, defined below; and 1 year of experience type b, defined below. E&T level, III B, C PLUS 1 year of creditable experience type b, defined below. E&T Levels IV A, B, and C, are creditable with a directly or closely related apprenticeship or specialization/certification to the trade of the position; no additional experience required. E&T level, IV D is not creditable to use for substitution of experience. Individuals with these E&T Levels must demonstrate knowledge and experience in the trade of the position. E&T Level V: creditable with a directly or closely related field of study to the trade of the position; no additional experience required. If the study is not in a directly or closely related field, the individuals must demonstrate knowledge and experience in the trade of the position. Creditable Experience Type a: Journeyman or equivalent level experience in the trade or in a closely related trade that is to be performed in the position. Creditable Experience Type b: Experience as an inspector or specialist in the same or similar trade in the same or similar position. Creditable experience must have been gained at a level of difficulty that is comparable to the next lower grade. Exceptions: (1) Current employees in the same or similar inspector or specialist positions who have served one year in their current grade qualify for the next higher grade, regardless of their E&T Level. (2) Current employees who have served one year in a foreman position without official certification as foreman (Meisterbrief) in the same or similar occupation qualify up to the C-6 level. (3) In the absence of qualified applicants, a waiver of qualification requirements may be initiated in order to promote or reassignment current employees who have already been performing same or similar work. • Applicants must be in possession of a German driver's license class B. • Office automation skills are required. LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY LEVEL: English Language Proficiency level B2 AND German Language Proficiency level C1 required. Description of the Language Levels: https://portal.chra.army.mil/mnrs?sys_id13a66d71cd2d2d10aaffb5ebb50f5aa0&viewsp&idmnrs_kb_article&tablekb_knowledge Auswahlkriterien auswählen General Information for LN Job Announcements - please read: https://portal.chra.army.mil/mnrs?sys_id77e3ac4a5ce32110924578e08ba9227c&viewsp&idmnrs_kb_article&tablekb_knowledge Beschäftigungsbedingungen This is a permanent fulltime position (38.5 hrs./week). • 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. • The incumbent of this position is occasionally required to perform TDY (Temporary Duty Travel) within Germany. • If requirement exists, the incumbent of this position is obligated to perform shift work, weekend and holiday work. • On-Call duty required. 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.