Recreation Assistant (Automotive)
Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy
This job in plain English
This is a one-vacancy Recreation Assistant (Automotive) job in Colts Neck, NJ, with Commander, Navy Installations Command, in the Mid-Atlantic Region Fleet and Family Readiness Program. The job helps active duty and retired military members and their eligible family members with automotive tools and repair advice. It is a permanent, intermittent job with irregular hours, and it is open to the public.
Can you apply?
Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.
- Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.
The job is open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S.
What you would do
- Advise patrons on automotive repair, sharing only information you know is correct and safe.
- Check tools out and in using custody receipts.
- Operate shop machines and teach patrons how to use them safely.
- Help with preventive maintenance and records for Mid-Atlantic vehicles.
- Collect fees, run the cash register and record sales.
- Keep the facility clean, check security and lock up at closing.
Do you qualify for NF-2?
With education: This job has no education requirement. Education cannot replace the required knowledge of automotive tools and equipment.
Licenses and certifications you need:
- Valid state driver's license
How to apply well
What to send:
- Resume showing experience, knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs)
- Proof of education, training or licensure, such as college transcripts and licenses, as applicable
- DD-214 (Member-4 page) and supporting papers if you claim veterans' preference
- Notice of separation if you claim NAF BBA priority consideration
- Sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate if you claim military spouse preference
- Most recent SF-50 or PAR if you are or were a federal employee
How you will be rated: Your resume and questionnaire are checked for eligibility, then rated on knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). The best qualified applicants go to the hiring manager, who may interview them. Missing required documents may affect your eligibility.
Tips for this job:
- Describe your automotive tool and equipment knowledge clearly and specifically in your resume.
- Submit both the online questionnaire and all required documents by the closing date, or your application may not be considered.
- Include proof of your state driver's license and any licensure or education papers you need to support your application.
Good to know before you apply
Schedule: Intermittent schedule with irregular work hours.
Conditions of employment:
- Pass a records and background check
- Pass the E-Verify employment check; any discrepancies must be resolved
- Valid state driver's license must be kept
- Able to lift up to 45 pounds unassisted; heavier loads are assisted
- Irregular work hours
- REAL ID-compliant license or other accepted ID needed for base access starting May 7, 2025
- Federal drug-free workplace; drug use can lead to removal
- Selection may be tentative pending requirements such as medical screening or drug testing
We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.
Job details
- Salary
- $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
- Pay scale and grade
- NF-2 · Nonappropriated fund
- Location
- Colts Neck, New Jersey
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Work schedule
- Intermittent
- Service
- Competitive
- Openings
- 1
- Security clearance
- Other
- Travel
- Not required
- Drug test
- Not required
- Supervisory
- No
- Occupation
- Recreation Aid And Assistant (0189)
- Announcement
- 26-12990631
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