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SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Army National Guard Units

Department of the Army

Fresh

Location

Salina, Kansas

Salary

$32.10 - $37.45

per hour

Closes

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves fixing and maintaining a wide range of military vehicles and equipment, from combat trucks to specialized gear, by diagnosing problems, performing repairs, and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

It requires hands-on work in tough conditions, often leading junior team members and providing expert advice.

A good fit would be someone with strong mechanical skills, experience in vehicle repair, and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks in a military environment.

Key Requirements

  • Experience diagnosing, repairing, overhauling, and modifying complex vehicles and equipment
  • Thorough knowledge of diagnostic equipment and tools
  • Ability to apply independent judgment to solve complex maintenance problems
  • Experience testing, inspecting, and evaluating repair work on vehicles and systems
  • Military grades E1 through E-8 or WO1, with compatible assignments
  • Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds, work in cramped or awkward positions, and handle strenuous tasks
  • Willingness to work in uncomfortable conditions, including exposure to weather, noise, and hazards

Full Job Description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, Position Description Number D1195000 part of the KS Surface Maintenance Manager, National Guard.

Military Grades: E1 through E-8, WO1 Compatible Military Assignments: Immaterial GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates knowledge of equipment to be able to do routine jobs, simple preventative maintenance tasks, and is able to use common tools and equipment in the line of work.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have experience or training diagnosing, repairing, overhauling, and modifying more complex vehicles, equipment, and more complicated systems.

Experience which has provided a thorough knowledge of diagnostic equipment.

Experience applying independent judgment in determining methods and techniques required to solve unusually complex maintenance and repair problems.

Experienced in testing, inspecting, and evaluating the work performed on vehicles, equipment and systems. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work is performed in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods.

There is frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching; or working on top of, under, and in tight compartments or cramped or awkward positions.

Performs strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting.

Frequently lifts and carries items, unassisted, weighing up to 40 pounds; and often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning parts, assemblies, and equipment.

Frequently lifts and moves heavier items with the assistance of other workers or with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists, and cranes.

May be required to work from ladders or work platforms at varying heights. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both inside and outside.

When inside, the incumbent is frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above.

When outside, the incumbent is exposed to bad weather, in mud or snow, and in wet or icy areas.

The incumbent is frequently exposed to irritations or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and hard damp floors or ground. Typically works on parts and systems, which are dirty, oily, or greasy.

Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, burns, bruises, and sprains while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment.

Often exposed to the possibility of falls while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment; and skin irritations from acid, fluids, and lubricants.

Uses safety equipment such as protective ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, respirators, and protective clothing, which may be uncomfortable to wear or use and may be worn or used for long periods.

Major Duties:

As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, WG-5801-11, you will troubleshoot, repair, maintain, inspect, and/or overhaul a variety of complex combat, tactical, commercial, and special purpose vehicles and equipment having complicated mechanical and non-mechanical systems with a variety of interconnected systems.

Provide technical guidance and specialized team leadership to lower grade employees. Perform other duties assigned.

Work Schedule: This position works on a 4/10's compressed work schedule with four 10-hour days, Tuesday-Friday each week of the pay period.

Work schedule is subject to change based on mission requirements. Telework: ELIGIBLE FOR SITUATIONAL TELEWORK ONLY, INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND PRESCRIBED "UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK"

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/26/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/27/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: KS-12922162-AR-26-104