Surface Maintenance Repairer

As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER WG/10 you will troubleshoot and perform limited diagnosis routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment combat tactical and automotive vehicles. Troubleshoot perform maintenance and major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment combat tactical and automotive vehicles. This may include self-propelled artillery tracked cargo and personnel carriers road graders mobile cranes front loaders conveyors bulldozers power shovels compressors generators tanks tracked combat vehicles sedans buses all terrain vehicles trucks semi trailers forklifts tractors and accessory equipment. Troubleshoot repair and overhaul major systems to include internal combustion engines turbine engines automatic and non-automatic transmissions heavy duty drive line systems and hydraulic utility systems and controls. Make repairs to assemblies and components such as voltage regulators generators/alternators brake cylinders etc. Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: This position works on a 4/10s 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.

Conditions of employment

• KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states 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.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles candidates must have a valid state drivers license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Military Grades: E1 through E8

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:

WG- 08: Must have experience or training using common hand and power tools and a small variety of test and measurement devices to make mechanical repairs. Experience removing adjusting replacing cleaning and installing a variety of parts components and accessories. Experience which demonstrates a basic understanding of mechanical electrical and hydraulic theory applying to vehicles; and skill to replace fit install and make adjustments. Experience demonstrating an understanding of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships. Experience reading and interpreting parts lists manufactures repair manuals diagrams and electrical schematics.

WG- 10: Must have experience or training leading to a thorough knowledge of the mechanical makeup operation and working relationships of complex systems assemblies and parts for a variety of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment. Ability to diagnose repair overhaul and modify a variety of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment. Knowledge of electrical electronic hydraulic pneumatic and other non-mechanical systems that have a functional relationship and effect on the operation of mechanical systems. Knowledge of hydraulic lifting loading turning and positioning systems and their mechanical hydraulic pneumatic electrical and electronic controls. Basic knowledge of electronics sufficient to identify and replace defective components such as sensors diodes and circuit boards. Ability to repair or overhaul major components such as diesel multi-fuel or gasoline engines turbine engines automatic and manual transmissions drive line assemblies electrical and electronic systems and accessories fuel injection systems and emission control 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.