Bowling Equipment Mechanic

Summary

This position is located within Commander, Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program. The purpose of this position is to assist the higher grade mechanics in maintaining and repairing all bowling and facility electrical, mechanical and computerized equipment.

Duties

• Installs, repairs, maintains, adjusts, overhauls and regularly inspects all bowling facility electrical, mechanical and computerized equipment which includes, but is not limited to automatic pinsetters, automatic ball returns, speed cradle stops, tele score units, automatic ball cleaners, lane maintenance machines, hole borers, etc. Establishes a regular preventive maintenance schedule according to the suggested manufacturer’s recommendations, adjusting as necessary.
• Diagnoses malfunctional equipment referring to manufacturer’s diagrams and specifications, schematics, and wiring diagrams using test equipment such as continuity testers, voltmeters, and feeler gauges.
• Disassembles and replaces or repairs mechanical and electrical components or parts using soldering irons, wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers and other hand tools.
• Cleans and lubricates machines.
• Measures and regulates sweep of rake on automatic pinsetters using hand tools and gauges.
• Runs automatic pinsetter through compete cycle and inspects for pin setting accuracy.
• Inspects bowling lanes and approaches daily.
• Ensure they are prepared in accordance with appropriate technical manuals.
• Conditions, maintains and repairs bowling pins and lanes, repairing cracks, chips and splinters using wood and plastic lane stock, sanding and recoating surfaces.
• Performs regularly scheduled weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual maintenance services required.
• Maintains, rotates, restores, patches and cleans blowing pins and recommends replacement as necessary.
• Oversees the work of one or more lower graded workers engaged in minor repair, cleaning or lubricating equipment, keeping them informed of any operation and maintenance changes.
• Conducts on-the-job training for mechanic trainees and bowling equipment workers.
• Maintains required records and reports.
• Orders parts and maintains recommended stock levels for parts necessary on all equipment.
• Ensure that parts are charged against proper machine, and spare parts inventory is accurately maintained.
• Keeps supervisor advised of maintenance problems and cost factors.
• Prepares and submits reports of parts used, cost, machines serviced and reasons for any variance in usual operations.
• Conducts daily fire and safety inspections.
• Ensures all flammable and hazardous materials are handled under approved conditions and properly stored to guard against fire and safety hazards.
• As assigned, safety officer duties, immediately reporting any hazards, improperly working safety equipment, or failure to use safety equipment by any staff member to the supervisor.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly state.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

How You Will Be Evaluated

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume.

Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

• Resume
• Proof of education/training/licensure: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s) and licensure as applicable
• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
• If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor’s Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
• If claiming Veteran’s Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
• If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
• NOTE: Failure to provide the required documents may impact eligibility, qualifications determination.
• Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRMA Installations.
• This applies to everyone, including the following: but not all inclusive: Vendors Dependents aged 18 and older Service Providers Veterans with service-connected disabilities Contractors Visitors (includes visitors in same vehicle with CAC holder) Transportation services (taxi, limo, ride share) Agent, Assist, Aid, Care Giver Letters Au Pairs, Child Care Providers What are acceptable alternative forms of identification for base access?
• If you don’t have a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, you can use one of the following: U.S. passport or passport card Military ID card (Common Access Card or CAC, DoD retired ID card) Permanent resident card (Green Card) Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL) Other forms of identification accepted by the Department of Homeland Security How can I obtain a REAL ID-compliant license?
• To obtain a REAL ID-compliant license, you’ll need to visit your state’s driver’s license agency with the following documents: Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport) Proof of Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card) Two proofs of residency (e.g., utility bills, bank statements)