Schwergeräteinspektor/in Vilseck, Germany Ausschreibungsbereich This is a re-announcement of vacancy announcement 24JAN0JJ21TA0X826128 -2. Applications for vacancy announcement 24JAN0JJ21TA0X826128-2 are NOT valid for this announcement, submission of a new application is required. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 Performs initial, in processing and final inspections on a great variety of multi-fuel self-propelled combat equipment and heavy wheeled vehicles, subject to minor or major repairs, modification, rebuild, overhaul and repair of major components and combat equipment, including light and heavy tanks, self-propelled howitzers, tank-recovery vehicles, special purpose container systems like: Forward Repair Systems (FRS), Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Systems (ROWPS), cooling containers, personnel carriers, and special purpose vehicles. Conducts driving tests for assigned personnel as required and serves as inspector of turrets and fire control equipment before, during and after repair and maintenance. Performs inspections on automotive repair work done by others. Inspects the functioning and interaction of power and motion elements, electrical, electronically, cooling, high-pressure hydraulic and suspension systems, instruments and condition of body and chassis. Diagnoses cause and extent of mechanical, electrical, and material defects. Estimates cost for man-hours and material. In case of damages other than fair, wear and tear requests preparation of report of survey or statement of charges. Classifies inspected equipment as to economically or uneconomically repairable. Inspects technical adequacy of completed repair work; makes final road tests. Renders explanation on maintenance procedures to pertinent personnel of permanent and/or frequently changing temporarily assigned organizations. After completion of final inspection, signs inspection reports certifying that vehicle is in satisfactory operating condition or rejects the vehicle and returns same to repair shop along with specific reports prescribing additional repair which is required to bring vehicle up to a satisfactory operating condition. Has signatory authority to certify the safe operational condition and/or final disposition of the inspected vehicle and equipment. Conducts practical training by instructing section's personnel on repair, driving and/or operating of self-propelled combat equipment and heavy wheeled vehicles. Trains new employees for eventual licensing on all military vehicles through instruction on performance of preventive maintenance, safety checks, and complete road tests on approved and officially designated roads within area. Ensures that prospective driver is instructed about correct rules and traffic regulations governing operation of vehicles. Upon completion of driver training fills in applicable section of Equipment Operators Qualification Section and forwards to shop supervisor for further action. Provides technical assistance to all supported units as required/requested on all types of combat vehicles. Assistance is provided onsite or at inspector worksite as may be appropriate. Documents all assistance provided and reports to the Chief on training weaknesses observed. Serves as POC for customer complaints pertaining to quality matters occurred after repair and issue of refurbished equipment by the Maintenance Activity Vilseck. Visits customers and verifies, respectively clarifies quality related issues in view of customer satisfaction. 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-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. 2. Following qualification standards apply for external placement: E&T level I, IIA, III B and C and IV D: Not acceptable for positions in this occupational series. E&T Levels IIB: Only creditable with a directly or closely related apprenticeship or specialization/certification to the trade of the position; PLUS 2 years of creditable experience type a, defined below; and 1 year of experience type b, defined below. E&T Level 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 IV A, B, and C and V: Only creditable with a directly or closely related apprenticeship, specialization/certification or study to the trade of the position; no additional experience required. 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: In the absence of qualified applicants, a waiver of qualification requirements may be initiated • Applicants must be in possession of a German driver's license class CE and C1E. • Physical Exam G20, G24, G25, G37, FEV-T • Master Mech/Service Tech desired. • Office automation skills 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 • If requirement exists, the incumbent of this position is obligated to perform TDY within and outside Germany, shift work, weekend and holiday work. 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.