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Equipment Specialist


Job Location:

Boise, ID - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 61722 - 61722
Posted: 6 October 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST Position Description Number D1257000 and is part of the ID G4 SMM National Guard.

THIS POSITION IS BACKFILLING A TECHNICIAN WHO IS ABSENT.

THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARY AND WILL END UPON ABSENT MEMBERS RETURN.

SEE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR MORE DETAILS.


Duties

(1) Serves as a recognized authority on the repair and operation of various types of ARNG equipment. Provides instruction and assistance regarding equipment maintenance procedures techniques and methods as a part of the Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team (MAIT).

(2) Provides advice assistance and guidance regarding maintenance management systems material readiness programs cost reduction programs and maintenance shop practices in maintenance facilities. Receives reviews and processes unit Army Material Status System (AMSS) reports and Missile Material Readiness reports and submits a consolidated report to the Logistics Support Activity (LOGSA).

(3) Prepares and conducts both classroom and on-the-job training designed to upgrade improve and/or update the knowledge and working skills of unit maintenance personnel. Develops writes updates and teaches units of instruction for new equipment training. Evaluates training progress in areas such as basic mechanic principles; theories of equipment repair and modification; compliance with established procedures and directives; requirements for equipment maintenance records and reports; and proper utilization of equipment personnel funds and facilities.

(4) Evaluates directives to ensure adherence to standard methods conformity in maintenance procedures and the proper use of maintenance equipment facilities and personnel. Recommends policy procedure or operation changes as required to facilitate and ensure efficiency in maintenance operations and manpower utilization.

(5) Reviews the effectiveness and efficiency of equipment and maintenance management and needs for improvement of existing practices and the impact on the overall maintenance program. Reviews and evaluates information in technical reports logistical studies supply data systems and observations/inspections of maintenance organizations. Researches material pertaining to maintenance and maintenance management. Utilizes computer software programs to identify errors equipment non-mission capable time and to determine a course of action to improve readiness. Recommends the revision of higher headquarters policies procedures practices and regulations. Provides methods for improving consolidating simplifying and standardizing operations and management of maintenance activities. Performs assistance visits to logistic and maintenance functional areas to provide guidance and assistance to ensure effective and smooth maintenance operations.

(6) Performs hands on maintenance procedures to personnel on proper trade techniques practices and explains safety precautions involved in maintenance.

(7) Performs other duties as assigned.


Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • 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.
  • Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
  • 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 trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Qualifications

Military Grades: E-1 through E-7

THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE REPRESENTED BY THE CONTENTS OF YOUR RESUME.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement to assist with describing work experience. Resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered.

In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed giving dates (months and years) of the experience position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

The USA Jobs resume builder is recommended to ensure full credit is given for the qualification requirements listed below. YOUR RESUME MUST BE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES MAXIMUM.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience education or training which has provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more classes of equipment. The experience must include knowledge of standard shop terminology. A basic knowledge of mechanical principles relating to equipment. Experience must demonstrate the ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical publications. Knowledge is of the type gained from technical training education and experience in functions such as repairing overhauling maintaining constructing or inspecting equipment. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience education or training which provided knowledge and skill in applying commonly used equipment facility or service principles and concepts. Experience in the use of tools and test equipment. Experience which provided knowledge of maintenance programs and techniques. Knowledge and skill in applying principles concepts and methods of equipment design. Experience in the use of tools and test equipment. Experience developing installing inspecting or revising equipment maintenance programs and techniques.

Education

There are no additional educational requirements for this position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register Selective Service System : Selective Service System ()).

Indefinite employment is temporary and is expected to last more than one year but no more than five consecutive years.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race sex color religion or national origin.

MORE THAN ONE SELECTION MAY BE MADE FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IF ADDITIONAL IDENTICAL VACANCIES IN THE SAME TITLE SERIES GRADE AND UNIT OCCUR.

THE EFFECTIVE/START DATE FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE IAW THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GUIDANCE ON THE TITLE 32 DUAL STATUS MILITARY TECHNICIAN HIRING FREEZE EXEMPTION DATED 29 MARCH 2025.

THIS POSITION IS BACKFILLING A TECHNICIAN WHO IS ABSENT.

THIS APPOINTMENT IS TEMPORARY AND MAY BE TERMNINATED EARLY AT THE DISCRETION OF THE APPOINTING OFFICER. THIS APPOINTMENT COULD BECOME A PERMANENT PROMOTION OR REASSIGNMENT IF POSITION BECOMES AVAILABLE.

THIS POSITION IS TEMPORARY AND WILL END UPON ABSENT MEMBERS RETURN.

THIS POSITION MAY CONVERT TO A PERMANENT STATUS WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION IF POSITION BECOMES AVAILABLE.

FOR CURRENT FEDERAL TECHNICIANS ASSIGNED TO G4 THIS WOULD BE A TEMPORARY PROMOTION OR REASSIGNMENT AND CURRENT TENURE WOULD TRANSFER WITH EMPLOYEE.

UPON ORIGINAL MEMBER RETURNING THE TEMPORARILY PROMOTED OR TEMPORARILY REASSIGNED EMPLOYEE WOULD RETURN TO PREVIOUS POSITION.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Required Experience:

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