Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer Supervisor

U.S. Army Reserve Command • Birmingham, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Military Technician position with the 81st Readiness Division, Area Maintenance Support Activity 141 in Birmingham, Alabama. The position requires active membership as a Soldier in the U.S. Army Reserve before a start date can be set. The role supervises employees performing heavy mobile equipment repair work, including planning and assigning work, overseeing quality and compliance, addressing productivity issues, and supporting employee development and performance management.

Work may be performed indoors or outdoors. Outdoor work is subject to variable weather; indoor work may involve drafts, dirt, grease, and fumes. The work also involves potential burns, scrapes, cuts, bruises, shocks, and strains. The position requires a Class A CDL within 180 days of employment and a medical examination before employment.

Requirements

• Active membership as a Soldier in the U.S. Army Reserve is required before a start date can be set.
• Applicants must meet an eligible employment authority category and provide documentation demonstrating eligibility.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the work of a Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer Supervisor without more than normal supervision, including establishing deadlines and priorities, assigning work, reviewing work and shop procedures, identifying training needs, and maintaining production reports and records.
• Ability to lead or supervise.
• Ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading.
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, and related work.
• Knowledge of technical practices, troubleshooting, and the use of measuring instruments.
• Class A CDL required within 180 days of employment.
• Medical examination required prior to employment.
• Personnel Security Investigation required; appointment may also be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• Subject to Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period; a one-year supervisory probationary period may also be required.
• Must comply with Army Civilian Education System course and timeline requirements; the Supervisory Development Course must be completed within one year of placement in a supervisory position.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• May be required to work in tiring or uncomfortable positions for extended periods, frequently lift and carry up to 40 pounds, and push, pull, or turn heavy parts or equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan work schedules and establish deadlines and priorities.
• Assign tasks to employees and adjust assignments as necessary.
• Review work for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Investigate and correct productivity problems to maintain an efficient work environment.
• Identify employees’ training needs and provide instruction, direction, and guidance.
• Counsel employees regarding problems or complaints and union representation.
• Initiate proposals for disciplinary actions.
• Schedule and approve leave.
• Interview candidates for vacant positions and provide selection recommendations.
• Develop performance standards.
• Maintain production reports and records.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable rules and agency determination.
• Moving expenses to the first official duty station may be authorized for eligible new Army Reserve Military Technicians.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Recruitment, retention, or relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Advance in-hire rates, advanced leave accrual, and credit for prior non-federal work experience or certain military service for annual leave accrual may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed