Automotive Mechanic Helper NA-05

Department of the Army United States Army Installation Management Command (470 current openings) Fort Drum, New York Intermittent Security Clearance: Not Required
Application Deadline:
2026-11-11
Posted:
2026-08-11
Salary: $20.82 – $24.29 per hour (NA-5)

Salary context

Based on 21 hourly jobs in the same occupational series. This role pays below most similar positions.

Job Details

Qualifications & Requirements

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: possess a high school diploma or the equivalent from a trade school (MUST BE UPLOADED AT TIME OF APPLICATION), AND possess creditable job related experience in automotive repair (MUST BE DISCOVERABLE IN YOUR RESUME), AND possess six (6) months of progressively general experience AND a minimum of six (6) months of specialized experience in automotive work (MUST BE CLEARY IDENTIFIED WITH "MM/DD/YYYY - MM/DD/YYYY" IN YOUR RESUME), AND have basic knowledge of automotive repair, AND ability to use standard and metric automotive hand and powered tools, AND ability to operate a motor vehicle. PLEASE NOTE: To be considered for this position, ensure that your resume and application materials clearly demonstrate that you meet all qualifications listed in the job announcement and questionnaire.

Position Overview

This position is located at the Automotive Skills Center within the Business Operations Division. Join our team at the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) at Fort Drum. We are dedicated to enhancing the lives of Soldiers and their Families by providing essential support services and recreational activities that directly contribute to Soldier readiness and well-being. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will NOT be paid.

Duties

  • Assists senior mechanics in performing comprehensive maintenance and repairs on a variety of combustion-powered vehicles.
  • Performs removal and replacement of standard automotive parts such as spark plugs, belts, hoses, brake shoes, water pumps, and mufflers under direct supervision.
  • Aids in making crucial vehicle settings and adjustments, including setting engine idle and timing, adjusting brakes, and gapping spark plugs.
  • Maintains a safe and clean work environment by strictly observing all environmental, safety, and security protocols.
  • Utilizes standard and metric automotive hand and powered tools to complete repairs and maintenance tasks efficiently.