Surface Maintenance Mechanic Inspector (D1286000)

• This position require military membership in the Puerto Rico Army National Guard (PRARNG).
• Selected applicant(s) will be required to complete an online Onboarding process.

• 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.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Continued employment in this position is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the mandatory training specifically identified for the position.
• Loss of military membership will result in immediate loss of your full-time military technician position.
• 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.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Puerto Rico State drivers license to operate government motor vehicle in accordance with Service specific Vehicle Operations Directives.
• Excepted Civil Service Technicians are required to maintain a MOS and military grade that is determined by the NGB to be compatible with the assigned technician position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the Government Travel Credit Card (GTC) as a condition of employment.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate SECRET security clearance within ONE (1) year of appointment.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• The duties of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements your organization and its changing mission
• Continued employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of the physical examination and periodic medical evaluation thereafter.
• May be required to successfully complete a TWO (2) years trial period.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:
HRO MUST process and clear the Department of Defense (DoD) Priority Placement Program (PPP) prior to advertising all internal and external job vacancies and promotion announcements.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:
Area 1 All permanent Warrant Officers and Enlisted members employees (NG T32/NG T5) within Puerto Rico Army National Guard.
Area 2 All indefinite Warrant Officers and Enlisted members employees (NG T32/NG T5) within Puerto Rico Army National Guard.

First round consideration will be given to Area 1 Candidates. (All other Areas will be screened only in the event that there are no qualified or recommended Candidates)

To prevent a grade inversion military rank allowed for this position will be determined at the final evaluation of the vacancy announcement considering the military rank of the supervisor.

Acceptance of any military technician position may cause the termination of entitlements and eligibility for all military bonuses and student loan repayments. For further information you must contact the appropriate military Education Office.

DUTIES:
As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC INSPECTOR (D1286000) WGyou will be serve as an inspector of surface maintenance equipment to ensure that physical and operating characteristics are within acceptable standards and specifications. Duties involve complex inspection work that requires a wide variety of inspection processes and techniques. May assist higher graded inspectors as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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.

QUALIFICATIONS:
You will lose consideration for the position if your application does not include all the information/documents requested on the vacancy announcement. The USAJOBS Resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description in your own words of how you met the required GENERAL and SPECIALIZED experience. Experiences copied from a position description vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and will disqualify you from the position. National Guard military (part-time) service is considered as full-time experience when evaluated against the qualification requirements. The applicant is credited with actual number of months the member has been in the National Guard provided such service is related to the position to be filled.

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:
Applicant must possess at least ONE (1) year in the occupational series code 5801 or EIGHTEEN (18) months of specialized experience performing or supervising duties such as inspecting diagnosing repairing a large variety of heavy-duty mobile equipment (i.e. combat tactical etc.) and automotive vehicles; inspecting heavy artillery small arms powered support and other equipment or components; inspecting complex interrelated mechanical hydraulic pneumatic electronic and electrical systems equipment and their components; using testing methods and test equipment; evaluating economic feasibility of repair preparing lists of needed repairs parts and man-hours authorized; performing final inspection certifying that equipment is in satisfactory operating condition or returns the equipment to the repair shop.

Required Experience:

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