Surface Maintenance Mechanic

Army National Guard Units•Indiantown Gap, PA

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted-service technician position with the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, assigned to the Unit Training Equipment Site. One or more positions may be filled. The work involves maintaining and repairing heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles. Depending on grade, duties range from routine maintenance and limited diagnosis and repair to troubleshooting, major repairs, and work on complex vehicle systems. The position may also involve maintaining or repairing basic communications equipment and supporting tools-and-parts or production documentation. National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment is required before placement, and the selectee must wear the military uniform. Appointment is contingent on verification of a Secret security clearance. The position is developmental at WG-08 and WG-10. Permanent change-of-station costs will not be paid.

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 who are not current members must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the listed military grade.
Must be an enlisted service member in military grade E1-E8 and meet established compatibility criteria and assignments.
Must wear the military uniform.
Appointment is contingent on verification of a Secret security clearance.
Federal employment suitability is determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
WG-08 specialized experience: experience or training using common hand and power tools and a small variety of test and measurement devices to make mechanical repairs.
WG-08 specialized experience: experience removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing a variety of parts, components, and accessories.
WG-08 specialized experience: basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory as applied to vehicles, and skill in replacing, fitting, installing, and adjusting components.
WG-08 specialized experience: understanding of the makeup and operation of individual systems maintained and their interrelationships.
WG-08 specialized experience: ability to read and interpret parts lists, manufacturers' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics.
WG-10 specialized experience: experience or training diagnosing, repairing, overhauling, and modifying more complex vehicles, equipment, and systems.
WG-10 specialized experience: thorough knowledge of diagnostic equipment.
WG-10 specialized experience: ability to use independent judgment to determine methods and techniques for unusually complex maintenance and repair problems.
WG-10 specialized experience: experience testing, inspecting, and evaluating work performed on vehicles, equipment, and systems.
General experience or training demonstrating knowledge of equipment sufficient to perform routine jobs and simple preventive maintenance tasks, and ability to use common tools and equipment in the line of work.
Length of experience alone is not qualifying; experience is evaluated based on duties performed, and the applicant's experience, training, and education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the position.

Responsibilities

At the WG-08 level, perform limited diagnosis and routine maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles.
Use visual and auditory checks and basic test equipment to identify mechanical failures.
Remove, replace, adjust, clean, and install vehicle parts and components of routine complexity.
Perform routine repairs and maintenance independently in remote locations using standard parts.
Conduct limited readiness and repair inspections on supported vehicles and associated equipment.
May perform routine maintenance and limited repairs on basic communications equipment by removing and replacing components.
May maintain supply documentation and receive, store, issue, and inventory tools and parts.
At the WG-10 level, troubleshoot, maintain, and perform major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles.
Use visual and auditory checks and diagnostic equipment, including computer diagnostic tools, to determine the causes of mechanical failures.
Remove and disassemble engines, major assemblies, subassemblies, components, and fuel, hydraulic, and oil-pressure systems.
Perform repairs and maintenance independently in remote locations, including replacing defective parts and components.
Conduct readiness and repair inspections on supported vehicles and associated equipment.
May maintain and repair electronic communications equipment by removing and replacing components.
Assist with production reports and records and make recommendations to the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.