SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1195000 and is part of the NC G4, National Guard (G4-CSMS/ MD 6021-109).

Duties

• As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, WG-5801-11, you will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and major repair on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical, automotive vehicles; troubleshoot, repair/overhaul mechanically complex major systems; make repairs/modifications to assemblies, troubleshoot equipment with a variety of mechanically complex major systems, diagnose difficult problems, mechanical failures by means of visual/auditory checks; use test equipment such as engine analyzers, compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, pressure gauges, computer diagnostic tools; remove/ disassemble engines/major assemblies, subassemblies components, fuel, hydraulic, oil pressure systems; make appropriate repairs, overhaul, modifications in accordance with proper repair specifications/procedures, improvise repair techniques when standard procedures are not available; reassemble engines, adjust, test, reinstall vehicles/equipment; make adjustments/repairs to electrical/ suspension systems; repair equipment with a variety of interconnected systems, fuel injection, interconnected gear reduction, multiple engine, similarly complex systems; improvise, substitute, alter components/parts to fit into systems which items were not specially designed; perform repairs/maintenance functions in remote locations; provide technical guidance/ specialized team leadership to employee; assist mechanics in performing major repair work on interconnected complex systems; provide Field/limited Sustainment maintenance at unit locations; conduct readiness; ensure vehicles/equipment are properly serviced; inspect supported equipment to ensure it is functioning properly; inspect repair work of lower graded repairer to ensure equipment is being repaired; instruct operator/crew in maintenance equipment, provide technical advice, assist supported units; perform electrical repairs on complex state of art electrical/electronic systems; assist in maintenance of production reports/records, make recommendations to supervisor; plan, organize, perform technical analyses, adjustments necessary to effectively, efficiently/economically accomplish work, maximize production; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Military Grades: Enlisted (E1-E9) or Warrant (WO1) Minimum Requirements: Experience or training which demonstrates knowledge of equipment to be able to do routine jobs, simple preventative maintenance tasks, and is able to use common tools and equipment in the line of work. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: (18 months) Experience or training diagnosing, repairing, overhauling, and modifying more complex vehicles, equipment, and more complicated systems. Experience which has provided a thorough knowledge of diagnostic equipment. Experience applying independent judgment in determining methods and techniques required to solve unusually complex maintenance and repair problems. Experienced in testing, inspecting, and evaluating the work performed on vehicles, equipment and systems.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13039360 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.