Surface Maintenance Mechanic (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units • Kingsport, TN

26d

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with the Tennessee Army National Guard, Position Description Number NGD1194000. The Surface Maintenance Mechanic, WG-5801-10, troubleshoots and performs maintenance and major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat and tactical equipment, and automotive vehicles. The work includes diagnosing mechanical failures, removing and disassembling engines and major assemblies, and repairing or replacing defective parts and systems. The mechanic conducts readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment, may maintain and repair electronic communication equipment by replacing components, and assists with production reports, records, and recommendations to the supervisor.

National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard is required before the effective date of placement. The selectee must wear the military uniform. Applicants must meet military membership and grade requirements, and the position may require a trial period, background investigation, preplacement medical testing, and a security clearance when applicable. Irregular or overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.

Requirements

• National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard is required before the effective date of placement; applicants not currently members must be eligible for immediate membership and employment.
• Must meet the military grade requirement of E-1 through E-8.
• General experience or training demonstrating knowledge sufficient to perform routine jobs and simple preventive maintenance tasks and use common tools and equipment in the line of work.
• Specialized experience: one year at the next lowest WG level, or 18 months of experience or training, demonstrating 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 mechanical-system operation.
• 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, driveline assemblies, electrical and electronic systems and accessories, fuel injection systems, and emission control systems.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• Must complete medical testing before beginning employment.
• For positions requiring a security clearance, must possess or be able to obtain the required clearance within one year of appointment.
• For positions requiring operation of motor vehicles, must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
• A person convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive range of benefits; specific eligibility depends on position type and other factors.

What This Job Offers

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