Surface Maintenance Mechanic (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units•Smyrna, TN

17h

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position in the Tennessee Army National Guard. The position is a Surface Maintenance Mechanic, WG-5801-10, Position Description Number NGD1194000. It is not eligible for membership in a labor organization. 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 mechanic troubleshoots, maintains, and performs major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment and combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles. Work includes diagnosing mechanical failures, disassembling and repairing engines and major assemblies, performing maintenance and repairs in remote locations, and conducting readiness and repair inspections. The position may also involve maintaining and repairing electronic communication equipment, maintaining production reports and records, and making recommendations to the supervisor. Employment conditions include a federal suitability background investigation, preplacement medical testing, and potentially a trial period. Irregular or overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies. A valid state driver's license is required for duties involving motor vehicle operation. The employee must follow established safety practices and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment. Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefit eligibility depends on the position and work schedule.

Requirements

National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required before the effective date of placement; applicants not currently members must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the specified military grade.
Military grade of E-1 through E-7.
General experience or training demonstrating knowledge of equipment sufficient to perform routine jobs and simple preventive maintenance tasks, and use common tools and equipment in the line of work.
One year at the next lowest WG level, or 18 months of experience or training leading to thorough knowledge of the mechanical makeup, operation, and working relationships of complex systems, assemblies, and parts for a variety of vehicles and equipment.
Ability to diagnose, repair, overhaul, and modify a variety of combat, tactical, commercial, and special-purpose vehicles and equipment.
Knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other non-mechanical systems that affect the operation of mechanical systems.
Knowledge of hydraulic lifting, loading, turning, and positioning systems and their mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic controls.
Basic electronics knowledge sufficient to identify and replace defective components such as sensors, diodes, and circuit boards.
Ability to repair or overhaul major components, including engines, transmissions, drive-line assemblies, electrical and electronic systems and accessories, fuel injection systems, and emission control systems.
Must wear the military uniform.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
Must undergo government-funded preplacement medical testing to determine fitness and eligibility for employment.
For positions requiring a security clearance, must possess or be able to obtain the clearance within one year of appointment.
A person convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
For positions requiring motor vehicle operation, must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which the person lives or is principally employed.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, maintain, and perform major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment and combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles.
Diagnose mechanical failures through visual and auditory checks and with test equipment, including engine analyzers, compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, pressure gauges, and computer diagnostic tools.
Remove and disassemble engines, major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, and fuel, hydraulic, and oil pressure systems.
Independently perform repairs and maintenance in remote locations, including removing, cleaning, reinstalling, or replacing defective parts and components.
Conduct readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity.
May maintain and repair electronic communication equipment by removing and replacing components and elements.
Assist with maintaining production reports and records and make recommendations to the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow established safety practices and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment.