Title 32 Equipment Specialist (Mi Smo)

Army National Guard Units • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

This is an Army National Guard Title 32 excepted service position in the Michigan Army National Guard’s Surface Maintenance Management Office, within the Joint Forces Headquarters-State Logistics Directorate (J-4/G-4). The position provides instruction and assistance to state unit personnel on Army National Guard equipment and maintenance management and serves as an authority on the repair and operation of various types of equipment. Michigan Army National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment is required before the effective date of placement, and the selectee must wear the military uniform.

The Equipment Specialist supports maintenance management, material readiness, cost reduction, and maintenance shop practices. The role provides training and hands-on instruction to unit maintenance personnel, processes equipment readiness reports, evaluates maintenance operations and practices, and recommends changes to improve efficiency and manpower utilization.

This is an excepted service position. Irregular or overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies. The position may significantly affect the environment; the employee is responsible for maintaining awareness of environmental responsibilities under applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Michigan Army National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment is required before the effective date of placement; applicants not currently members must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Michigan Army National Guard.
• Must be within military grade E5–O3 before the effective date of placement. Applicants above the allowed grade must administratively reduce before appointment.
• General experience, education, or training providing knowledge of one or more classes of equipment and standard shop terminology, and a basic knowledge of mechanical principles relating to equipment.
• Experience demonstrating the ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical publications, with knowledge gained through technical training, education, or experience in repairing, overhauling, maintaining, constructing, or inspecting equipment.
• Experience using computer and automation systems.
• At least 24 months of specialized experience applying commonly used equipment, facility, or service principles and concepts; using tools and test equipment; and applying knowledge of maintenance programs and techniques.
• Knowledge and skill in applying principles, concepts, and methods of equipment design.
• Experience developing, installing, inspecting, or revising equipment maintenance programs and techniques.
• Alternatively, for education in lieu of specialized experience: a master’s or equivalent graduate degree, two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or a related LL.B. or J.D.; transcripts or other supporting documentation must be provided.
• Must have a valid civilian driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Must comply with the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment; a person convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties.
• Must provide employment dates (MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY) and hours worked per week in the resume; resumes are limited to two pages.
• Must successfully complete a trial period if required.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required, including hours outside the normal duty day.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and assistance to state unit personnel regarding Army National Guard equipment and maintenance management.
• Serve as a recognized authority on the repair and operation of various types of Army National Guard equipment.
• Provide advice, assistance, and guidance on maintenance management systems, material readiness programs, cost reduction programs, and maintenance shop practices.
• Receive, review, and process unit Army Material Status System reports and Missile Material Readiness reports, and submit consolidated reports to the Logistics Support Activity.
• Prepare and conduct classroom and on-the-job training to improve or update unit maintenance personnel’s knowledge and working skills.
• Develop, write, update, and teach units of instruction for new equipment training.
• Evaluate directives for adherence to standard methods, conformity in maintenance procedures, and proper use of maintenance equipment, facilities, and personnel.
• Recommend policy, procedure, or operational changes to improve maintenance operations and manpower utilization.
• Review equipment and maintenance management effectiveness, efficiency, and improvement needs, including their impact on the overall maintenance program.
• Review and evaluate technical reports, logistical studies, supply data systems, and observations or inspections of maintenance organizations.
• Demonstrate hands-on maintenance procedures and proper trade techniques, practices, and safety precautions to personnel.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level