Surface Maintenance Mechanic

Army National Guard Units • Camp Murray, WA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Washington Army National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Unit Technician position at the Washington Combined Support Maintenance Shop G4-M, JBLM, Washington. It is an enlisted, temporary indefinite appointment in the excepted service. The position is classified WG-5801-8/10 and may be used to fill one or more vacancies. The mechanic performs limited diagnosis, routine repairs, and preventive maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat and tactical vehicles, and automotive vehicles. Work is performed in accordance with technical manuals, maintenance guidance, regulations, and management policies. The position may involve field maintenance at unit locations, recovery and evacuation of inoperable vehicles, inspections, and maintenance of communications equipment, small arms, canvas, leather, and metal components. Additional or more advanced duties apply at the WG-10 level. Other temporary, minor, or incidental tasks may be assigned.

The selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible Washington Army National Guard military position, attain the required MOS within one year of appointment, and maintain membership in the WA Army National Guard. The position requires a valid Washington state and military driver's license, the ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance and a Government Travel Card, and attendance at schools deemed necessary by the supervisor. A trial period may be required. Occasional work outside normal duty hours and overtime may be required.

Requirements

• Military grades E1–E8; applicants need not already be assigned to the position or possess the MOS to apply, but the selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible military position and attain the MOS within one year of appointment.
• Maintain membership in the Washington Army National Guard for continued employment.
• Hold a valid Washington state driver's license and military driver's license.
• Be able to obtain a Government Travel Card and attend schools deemed necessary by the supervisor.
• Be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Complete Army Avoidance Course training when beginning work for the Army if driving an Army-owned or leased vehicle.
• For WG-08 qualification, have at least 12 months of experience or training using common hand and power tools and a small variety of test and measurement devices to make mechanical repairs; removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts; applying basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory to vehicles; understanding vehicle systems and their interrelationships; and reading parts lists, repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• For WG-10 qualification, have at least 18 months of experience or training leading to thorough knowledge of the mechanical makeup and operation of complex systems and equipment; ability to diagnose, repair, overhaul, and modify a variety of vehicles and equipment; knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other systems affecting mechanical operation; knowledge of hydraulic lifting, loading, turning, and positioning systems and controls; basic electronics knowledge to identify and replace defective components; and ability to repair or overhaul major vehicle components and systems.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• A qualifying conviction for a crime of domestic violence disqualifies an individual from performing the duties of this position.
• Establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers and contribute to a cooperative work environment.
• Be available for occasional work outside normal duty hours and overtime when required.
• High school diploma or GED is listed as an education requirement. Education cannot substitute for specialized experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited diagnosis, routine repairs, and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat and tactical vehicles, and automotive vehicles.
• Assist higher-graded mechanics with repairs or overhauls of major systems, including engines, transmissions, driveline systems, and hydraulic utility systems and controls.
• Remove, adjust, clean, replace, and install defective or worn parts and components using standard parts and tools.
• Use visual and auditory checks and basic test equipment to identify mechanical failures and determine appropriate repairs.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance independently, including at remote locations, and seek guidance for non-routine or more complex work.
• Provide field maintenance at unit locations as part of a contact team and recover or evacuate inoperable vehicles.
• Conduct limited readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services and other preventive maintenance, including brake adjustments, fluid replacement, greasing, and cleaning.
• Perform routine maintenance and limited repairs on basic communications equipment by replacing components and elements.
• Perform minor body, fender, and metal repairs using hand tools and limited welding.
• Perform limited repairs and routine maintenance on small arms and accessory equipment by replacing worn or damaged parts.
• Make minor repairs to canvas and leather items using bonding or sealing compounds and hand tools.
• As needed, maintain supply documentation and receive, store, issue, and inventory tools and parts used in the trades operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type and other factors.
• Certain incentives may be available, subject to funding and approval, but are not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED