Small Engine Mechanic jobs in Nevada

Small Engine Mechanic repairs fractional-horsepower gasoline engines used to power lawnmowers, garden tractors, and similar machines. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being a Small Engine Mechanic may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty with 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Small Engine Mechanic relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Small Engine Worker
  • US Air Combat Command
  • Nellis, NV FULL_TIME
  • Duties

    Performs a variety of maintenance and mechanical duties pertaining to repairs to building and equipment at Services Equipment Rental. Maintains recreation support equipment, including gas powered lawn equipment, fishing boats with engines, ski equipment, rotor tillers, edgers, etc. Handles all minor repair problems (where economically feasible) pertaining to a large variety of camping equipment, home repair items, and outdoor recreational equipment, including camp trailers, gas engine repairs, etc. Assembles all new equipment, such as bikes, trailers, canoes and gas powered equipment. Assists in minor repair work on the Services facility. This encompasses painting, minor carpentry work, laying tiles, etc. Courteously and tactfully instructs and advises patrons in boating safety and the safe use of other equipment. Receives, inventories, and delivers supply items to NAF activities when required. Turns-in and picks-up equipment from Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO). Prepares required paperwork for disposal or procurement as necessary. Maintains assigned vehicle for daily readiness. Identifies vehicle malfunctions and reports needed to repairs to supervisor.

    If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12351753

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment

    • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
    • This position has physical requirements which require the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
    • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
    • The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess a valid state driver's license.

    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, 03/25/2024

    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:

    Practical working knowledge of recreational activities, rules and procedures. Must have the ability to become skilled in the use of tools and test equipment to diagnose ski equipment. Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical skills required to repair and maintain Services equipment. Knowledge of supply system, including lead time required for ordering bench stock or replacement parts.

    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.

    Additional information

    • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
    • 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 position is included in a bargaining unit.
    • Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Number 1199.

    • Benefits

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    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

    Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

    You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

    To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

    • Benefits

      Review our benefits

    • Required Documents

      As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

      Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

      • Driver's License
      • Resume


      Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

      Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

      • Cover Letter
      • DD-214/ Statement of Service
      • Diploma/ GED
      • Disability Letter (VA)
      • License
      • Driver's License
      • Other (2)
      • PCS Orders
      • Professional Certification
      • Proof of Marriage Status
      • Resume
      • Separation Notice (RIF)
      • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
      • Transcript


      As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

      NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
    • How to Apply

      To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

      The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/25/2024 to receive consideration.

      To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

      Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

      After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

      You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.

      It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

      Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

      To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status


      Agency contact information

      Nellis NAF HR Office

      Email

      99FSS.NAF.HRO@US.AF.MIL

      Address

      Nellis Community Services Flight
      99 FSS/FSMH, 4475 England Ave, Ste 141 and 150
      Nellis AFB, NV 89191-6524
      US

      Next steps

      If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

    • Fair and Transparent

      The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

      • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
      • Reasonable accommodation policy
      • Financial suitability
      • Selective Service
      • New employee probationary period
      • Signature and false statements
      • Privacy Act
      • Social security number request

    Required Documents

    Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

    • Driver's License
    • Resume


    Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

    Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

    • Cover Letter
    • DD-214/ Statement of Service
    • Diploma/ GED
    • Disability Letter (VA)
    • License
    • Driver's License
    • Other (2)
    • PCS Orders
    • Professional Certification
    • Proof of Marriage Status
    • Resume
    • Separation Notice (RIF)
    • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
    • Transcript


    As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

    NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.


    Help

    This job is open to

    • The public

      U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

    Clarification from the agency

    Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

  • 1 Month Ago

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Small Vehicle Mechanic
  • kinross.valhalla.stage
  • Round Mountain, NV FULL_TIME
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  • 11 Days Ago

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Experienced Diesel Mechanic
  • Diesel Mechanic
  • Spring, NV FULL_TIME
  • Duke's Diesel Repair is a locally owned and operated, award winning, diesel repair specialist that prides itself on delivering top-notch service to our clients. We are dedicated to maintaining the hig...
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Delivery Driver Warehouse Specialist, Las Vegas
  • Solar Engine
  • Las Vegas, NV FULL_TIME
  • Looking to join a purpose-driven, operationally focused, and growing team making a positive impact in the world? Thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, the Delivery Driver / Warehouse Speci...
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Inventory Specialist
  • Shelf Engine
  • Reno, NV PART_TIME
  • **Please apply directly on our website at: https://ats.rippling.com/shelfenginecareers/jobs/d2051cdd-fe00-48c6-ab6c-af354b01be3f At Shelf Engine, our mission is to reduce food waste through automation...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Technician/Mechanic, Component/Engine Rebuild - Shop - Reno, NV
  • Empire Southwest
  • Reno, NV FULL_TIME
  • JOB DETAILS: Shift Multiple Shifts Available Location In-Shop Schedule Schedule to be provided by leader Salary Range $19.00 - $54.00 Per Hour JOB SUMMARY: Troubleshoot, repair, recondition, and servi...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Gautreaux's Outdoor Power
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • Job Description Job Description Our Baton Rouge location is growing rapidly! We are looking to add to our mechanic staff...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Mow Better
  • Griffin, GA
  • Job Description Job Description Mow Better Small Engine Repair is a family owned and operated sales and service shop for...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Ready Equipment LLC
  • Meredith, NH
  • Job Description Job Description Ready Equipment is the go to source for top notch professional equipment in Central NH. ...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Small Engine Mechanic
  • High Performance Mowchines
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • Job Description Job Description LAWN MOWER SHOP LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED RESPONSIBLE SMALL ENGINE REPAIR MECHANIC FULL OR...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Argo Power Equipment Inc
  • Trussville, AL
  • Job Description Job Description Small Engine Technician We are an outdoor power equipment dealer for Exmark, Stihl, Cub ...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Small Engine Mechanic
  • HE Equipment Inc
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Small engine mechanic for a growing rental fleet. Job experience is preferred but not a ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC
  • MOWERS INC
  • Sarasota, FL
  • Job Description Job Description If you think your Boss is an A$$ and the place you work $uck$, give us a call and we can...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Small Engine Mechanic
  • Ace Hardware
  • Gardendale, AL
  • Description: Ace of the South is a unique store that will offer not only hardware but unique items such as name brand ap...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Nevada is almost entirely within the Basin and Range Province, and is broken up by many north-south mountain ranges. Most of these ranges have endorheic valleys between them, which belies the image portrayed by the term Great Basin. Much of the northern part of the state is within the Great Basin, a mild desert that experiences hot temperatures in the summer and cold temperatures in the winter. Occasionally, moisture from the Arizona Monsoon will cause summer thunderstorms; Pacific storms may blanket the area with snow. The state's highest recorded temperature was 125 °F (52 °C) in Laughlin (e...
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Income Estimation for Small Engine Mechanic jobs
$35,473 to $41,833

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