This position is located within the Maintenance & Operations (M&O) Section of the Engineering Service at the Marion VA Medical Center in Marion, IL. The Automotive Worker performs skilled but less complex automotive repair and maintenance work on gas, diesel and electric-powered vehicles and small engine equipment under the direction of M&O supervisors.
Major duties include but are not limited to: Performs scheduled preventive maintenance and routine servicing on a variety of vehicles and equipment, including electric and gas carts, maintenance trucks, passenger vehicles, mowers, small tractors, forklifts, grounds equipment, plows and portable engine powered devices; Performs basic inspections, filter changes, lubrication, replacing belts/hoses, simple adjustments, and operational checks; Performs maintenance and minor repairs on small engine equipment such as mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, sprayers, spreaders and generators; Cleans carburetors, replaces small mechanical components and conducts operational tests; Identifies readily apparent mechanical problems using standard tools and established procedures; Troubleshoots common malfunctions in engines, brakes, cooling systems and electrical components; Replaces standard parts such as batteries, spark plugs, sensors, alternators, belts, light assemblies, hoses and similar items; Troubleshoots hydraulic lifts, loading equipment and related mechanical systems; Performs operational checks and maintenance to ensure functional safety and reliability; and Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
VHANationalRecruitmentCenter@va.gov · (844)456-5208
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $30.54 – $35.68/hr.
Applications close on 2026-10-19.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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