SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Army National Guard Units
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SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
Army National Guard Units
Department of the Army
Location
New Jersey
Salary
$33.54 - $39.18
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves fixing and maintaining heavy military vehicles and equipment, like troubleshooting engines and performing repairs in the field, often in remote locations.
It's a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working with machinery and can handle complex mechanical problems independently.
A good fit would be a detail-oriented mechanic with military experience or a strong background in vehicle repair who is ready to join the National Guard.
Key Requirements
- Membership in the National Guard and willingness to wear the military uniform
- At least 18 months of specialized experience in diagnosing, repairing, and modifying complex vehicles
- Knowledge of diagnostic equipment and tools for troubleshooting mechanical failures
- Ability to remove, disassemble, and repair engines and heavy-duty mobile equipment
- Skills in conducting readiness inspections and evaluating maintenance work
- Experience performing independent repairs in remote locations
- Ability to instruct others on equipment maintenance and provide technical advice
Full Job Description
This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, Position Description Number D1194000 and is part of the NJ FMS 7, National Guard.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard.
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates knowledge of equipment to be able to do routine jobs, preventative maintenance, use of common tools, and equipment.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months of specialized experience or training in the following areas: Diagnosing, repairing, and modifying complex vehicles Knowledge of diagnostic equipment Solving complex maintenance and repair problems Evaluating work performed on vehicles, equipment, and systems
Major Duties:
As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, WG-5801-10, you will: Troubleshoot, perform maintenance, and major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment Troubleshoot equipment and diagnose the cause of mechanical failures Remove and disassemble engines Independently perform repairs and maintenance functions in remote locations Conduct readiness and inspections on vehicles Assist in the maintenance of production reports and recommendations Instruct operator/crew in the maintenance of equipment and provides technical advice and assistance to supported units when requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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