Recreation Equipment Repairer
Job Location:
Air Force Academy, CO - USA
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Job Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Air Force Academy CO.
- This position does not include benefits.
- Mounts bindings and reconditions skis.
- Uses proper tools to mount ski bindings IA W the ski and bindings manufacturers specification.
- Effectively uses professional calibration equipment to test ski bindings for release within specific tolerances and parameters based on size and ability of user.
- Performs complete maintenance and reconditioning on over 500 pair of skis in a timely manner.
- Replaces ski boot buckles liners heel plates ski poles baskets etc. as needed.
- Properly performs complete reconditioning mounting and testing of skis as requested.
- Performs maintenance and repair of other recreational equipment.
- Accomplishes timely maintenance and repair on various recreational items such as stoves lanterns heaters etc.
- Performs minor sewing in tents tarps and dining canopies as required.
- Effectively replaces lawn chair webbing backpack straps and buckles sterilizes canteens and water coolers.
- Performs minor maintenance on other items as required.
- Recommends contract repair of items not repairable in-house.
- Performs maintenance and repair of small electrical and gasoline powered gardening equipment and travel trailers.
- Performs routine periodic maintenance and makes mechanical or electrical repairs of two and four-cycle gasoline powered engines i.e. log-splitter roto-tillers lawn thatchers chain saws aerators lawn mowers etc.
- As required replaces internal engine components i.e. rings pistons valves gaskets rods and bearings according to manufacturers specifications when required.
- In a timely manner prepares power equipment for winter storage.
- Cleans equipment changes oil and drains gas from system.
- Properly prepares power equipment for winter storage.
- Changes oil spark plugs filters belts as required.
- Checks all equipment and tightens loose components.
- Properly prepares campers and trailer for winter storage such as draining water systems and cleaning interior.
- Properly prepares trailers for summer use in a timely manner i.e. checks and repairs as necessary electrical and plumbing connection/components repacks wheel bearings changes tires and other repairs as required.
- Effectively performs general maintenance throughout the season to ensure equipment is maintained in serviceable condition.
- Performs customer service duties in the Outdoor Recreation Center.
- Effectively issues recreational items and other equipment to customers.
- Properly instructs customers on safety rules use and care of issue equipment.
- Provides patrons prompt courteous information on ski and camping areas current ski lift rates equipment fees and some accommodations infonnation.
- Accurately sets ski bindings to proper release tension based on customer skill height weight age and properly fits ski boots.
- Thoroughly checks equipment when turned in for cleanliness and damages.
- Maintains accountability of funds resale items and equipment.
- Accurately records transactions and fees collected.
- Verifies accuracy against receipts on daily basis.
- Ensures cash tickets receipts etc. are securely maintained. Promptly collects fees from patrons.
- Promptly prepares cashier reports and makes bank deposits.
- Prepares timely accurate monthly activity reports as required.
- Conducts monthly and semiannually inventories and assists in the accurate control of issue equipment.
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- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date 07/31/2026
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:
- Applicant must have knowledge of equipment assembly to troubleshoot maintain and repair.
- Experience fixing small electrical or gasoline powered gardening equipment or similar equipment is required.
- Ability to read and interpret manufacturers part lists specifications and repair manuals is required.
- Knowledge of types use care and safety of recreational equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Cash handling experience is required.
- Subject to satisfactory completion of a Local Files Check (LFC) and National Agency Check (NAC).
- Requires standing in the operation of electrical tools sanders jigs vises calibration equipment and various hand tools.
- Works inside and outside in all kinds of weather.
- Subject to cuts scrapes bruises and burns.
- Must have a knowledge of and ability to apply proper lifting techniques.
- May be subject to an uncommon tour of duty.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
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.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
- Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installations decision on the 3-year residency requirement..
- 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 Governments 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 is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
- Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
