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Powered Support Systems Mechanic


Job Location:

Atlantic City, NJ - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 39 - 39
Posted: 6 October 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

This job opportunity is for an POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC position description Dwithin the 177th MXS of the New Jersey National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 32 Excepted Service position.

The primary purpose of this position is to accomplish maintenance on electronically controlled powered support equipment containing highly complex digital devices and integrated circuits.


Duties

As an POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC WGyou will:

  • Be responsible for the accurate interpretation of numerous operating instructions and test procedures to troubleshoot and repair a variety of highly complex pieces of powered support equipment
  • Perform inspections preventive maintenance servicing repair and adjustments on complex rotary diesel engines
  • Perform intermediate-level maintenance on powered support equipment and non-powered AGE
  • Perform maintenance data collection and prepares other required forms
  • Participate and assists in conducting the necessary safety programs

Requirements
Conditions of employment

    Military Requirements
    CAT 4 Individuals eligible for membership in the New Jersey Air National Guard

    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-1 and Max: E-7

    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:
    Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of mechanical maintenance work; ability to read and use technical manuals illustrations diagrams and schematics and skill in the use of equipment and hand tools used in troubleshooting testing and repairing equipment.

    Specialized Experience:
    Must have 18 months of experience or training removing adjusting replacing cleaning and installing parts components and accessories. Experience which provided working knowledge of mechanical electrical and hydraulic theory applying to powered support equipment and systems; and skill to replace fit install and make adjustments. Experience which provided working knowledge 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.

    Education

    None

    Additional information

    Security Clearance

    Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment.

    Or

    Must have Security Clearance prior to start date of appointment (attach proof of clearance type)

    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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