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Equipment Specialist


Job Location:

Lakehurst, NJ - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 72737 - 72737
Posted: 6 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

This job opportunity is for an EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST position description Dwithin the SMMO of the New Jersey National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 32 Excepted Service position.

The purpose of this position is to provide instruction and assistance to state unit personnel regarding Army National Guard (ARNG) equipment and maintenance management.


Duties

As an EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST GSyou will:

  • Serve as a recognized authority on the repair and operation of various types of ARNG equipment.
  • Provide instruction and assistance regarding equipment maintenance procedures techniques and methods as a part of the Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team (MAIT).
  • Provide advice assistance and guidance regarding maintenance management systems material readiness programs cost reduction programs and maintenance shop practices in maintenance facilities.
  • Evaluate directives to ensure adherence to standard methods conformity in maintenance procedures and the proper use of maintenance equipment facilities and personnel.

Requirements
Conditions of employment

    Areas of Consideration:

    • All T32 NEW JERSEY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERS

    Additional Employment Requirements:

    -Participation in direct deposit is mandatory

    -May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

    -Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

    -Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service

    • You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trial period to assess performance conduct agency needs public interest and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest.

    Title 32 Dual-Status Positions:

    Military Grade:

    Min: E-4/SrA/SPC and Max:WARRANT OFFICER 1/ WO1

    Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state in their resumes their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade

    Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Compatible Military Assignments

    Appointments may require the selected candidate to be assigned to a *military unit* compatible with the full-time Military Technician (Dual Status) position.

    *Military Unit* -- The unit by which the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee; or a unit that the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee to support. (Guidance established by NJ HRO-J1)

    Qualifications

    General Experience:

    • Knowledge of standard shop terminology
    • Mechanical principles relating to equipment
    • Ability to read and interpret blue prints and technical publications
    • Repairing overhauling maintaining constructing or inspecting equipment
    • Using computer and automation systems
    Specialized Experience: Must have 24 months of the following experience(s):
    • Applying principles concepts and methods of equipment design
    • Using tools and test equipment
    • Developing installing inspecting or revising equipment maintenance programs and techniques

    Education

    There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement

    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 (

    IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED

    For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Selectee(s) must be within the military grade(s) listed in this job announcement prior to the effective date of placement into the technician position. (Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state in their resumes their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade)

    Bonuses

    For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.

    Telework

    The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Directors approval.

    NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour

    Our agency supports the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) policies on labor relations ensuring that all dual status T-32 technicians can engage with authorized union representation if they choose to do so.

    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.

    A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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    Required Experience:

    IC