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Surface Maintenance Mechanic Leader


Job Location:

Richmond, VA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 39 - 39
Posted: 6 October 2026 (20 days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 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 SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER Position Description Number D1288000 and is part of the LOGISTICS National Guard.

This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants.


Duties

As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER (WL) you will serve as a working leader of three or more Surface Maintenance Mechanics WG. Performs mechanic duties such as maintenance troubleshooting repair inspection and/or overhaul of a variety of complex combat tactical commercial and special purpose vehicles and equipment having complicated mechanical and non-mechanical systems with a variety of interconnected systems. Provides technical guidance and specialized team leadership to lower grade employees.


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.
  • 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 two year trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • 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
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
Qualifications

Military Grades: ENLISTED

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience or training which demonstrates knowledge of equipment to be able to do routine jobs simple preventative maintenance tasks and can use common tools and equipment in the line of work.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
In addition to the journeyman level knowledge must have 24 months experience which demonstrates the ability to plan organize and lead the work of others in fields directly related the repair function of this occupational series. Must have the ability to perform administrative functions; to read and interpret a variety of technical publications used in the repair of supported equipment. The ability to provide guidance to others in work related directly to this occupational series.

Education

Education requirements - Not applicable 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 ()).

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The duties and responsibilities 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.

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