Surface Maintenance Mechanic (T32)

(1) Troubleshoots performs maintenance and major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment combat tactical and automotive vehicles. This may include self-propelled artillery tracked cargo and personnel carriers road graders mobile cranes front loaders conveyors bulldozers power shovels compressors generators tanks tracked combat vehicles sedans buses all terrain vehicles trucks semi trailers forklifts tractors and accessory equipment. Troubleshoots repairs and overhauls major systems to include internal combustion engines turbine engines automatic and non-automatic transmissions heavy duty drive line systems and hydraulic utility systems and controls. Makes repairs to assemblies and components such as voltage regulators generators/alternators brake cylinders etc.

(2) Troubleshoots equipment and diagnoses the cause of mechanical failures by means of visual and auditory checks and/or uses test equipment such as engine analyzers compression testers voltmeters ohmmeters pressure gauges and computer diagnostic tools. Utilizes embedded diagnostics in equipment and a wide variety of original equipment manufacturer system analyzers in order to determine the exact nature or extent of repair. Determines what adjustments may be necessary to complete work orders and whether any additional repairs other than those specified or indicated on the work order are necessary.

(3) Removes and disassembles engines and major assemblies sub-assemblies components and fuel hydraulic and oil pressure systems. Makes the appropriate repairs overhaul or modifications in accordance with the proper repair specifications and procedures. Reassembles engines and other systems and adjusts tests and reinstalls in vehicles and equipment as necessary. Makes adjustments and repairs to electrical and suspension systems. May install pistons sleeves rings bearings rods crankshafts timing gears and rocker arms. May be required to perform fuel injection equipment repair overhaul rebuild and calibration duties utilizing a variety of complex test and calibration equipment.

(4) Independently performs repairs and maintenance functions in remote locations that can be accomplished by removing cleaning reinstalling or replacing defective parts of components and systems such as injectors leaking wheel cylinders corroded mufflers fuel tanks brake cylinders and worn brake shoes voltage regulators generators injector pumps and fuel pumps. Provides technical guidance and specialized team leadership to lower grade employees within the team. Assists lower grade mechanics in performing major repair work. May provide Field and limited Sustainment maintenance at unit locations as part of a contact team. Recovers and evacuates inoperable vehicles from the unit location of breakdown. May assist higher graded mechanics in repairing a variety of interconnected systems such as electrical air and hydraulic systems complex state of the art electrical and electronic systems that use specialized diagnostic equipment to identify problems complex fuel injection systems and other similar complex systems.

(5) Conducts readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity. Performs operational inspections and ensures vehicles and equipment are properly serviced including brake adjustments replacing hydraulic fluids greasing cleaning etc. and performs other preventive maintenance operations as required. Inspects supported equipment prior to use during Inactive Duty Training (IDT) and Annual Training (AT) to ensure that it is functioning properly. May inspect in-process repair work of lower graded repairer to ensure equipment is being repaired in accordance with pertinent requirements. May serve as a commodity inspector during Command Maintenance Management evaluations (COMET) or as a member of a Maintenance Assistance Instruction Team (MAIT). Instructs operator/crew in the maintenance of equipment and provides technical advice and assistance to supported units when requested.

(6) May maintain and repair electronics communication equipment by removing and replacing components and elements. Equipment includes such items as radios field telephones amplifiers switchboards recorders intercoms.

(7) Assists in the maintenance of production reports and records and makes recommendations to the supervisor. Plans organizes and performs technical analyses as required or assigned. Makes recommendations to the supervisor as to adjustments necessary to effectively efficiently and economically accomplish the work and maximize production.

(8) Performs other duties as assigned.

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• 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.
• 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.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership please contact an Alabama Army National Guard recruiter at prior to applying for this position.

MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: PVT
MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: MSG

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

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: Experience or training leading to a thorough knowledge of the mechanical makeup operation and working relationships of complex systems assemblies and parts for a variety of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment. Ability to diagnose repair overhaul and modify a variety of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment. Knowledge of electrical electronic hydraulic pneumatic and other non-mechanical systems that have a functional relationship and effect on the operation of mechanical systems. Knowledge of hydraulic lifting loading turning and positioning systems and their mechanical hydraulic pneumatic electrical and electronic controls. Basic knowledge of electronics sufficient to identify and replace defective components such as sensors diodes and circuit boards. Ability to repair or overhaul major components such as diesel multi-fuel or gasoline engines turbine engines automatic and manual transmissions drive line assemblies electrical and electronic systems and accessories fuel injection systems and emission control systems.

SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE:
-- Thorough knowledge of the mechanical makeup operation and working relationships of complex systems assemblies and parts for a variety of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment.

-- Ability to diagnose repair overhaul and modify a variety of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment.

-- Knowledge of electrical electronic hydraulic pneumatic and other non-mechanical systems that have a functional relationship and effect on the operation of mechanical systems.

-- Knowledge of hydraulic lifting loading turning and positioning systems and their mechanical hydraulic pneumatic electrical and electronic controls.

-- Basic knowledge of electronics sufficient to identify and replace defective components such as sensors diodes and circuit boards.

-- Ability to repair or overhaul major components such as diesel multi-fuel or gasoline engines turbine engines automatic and manual transmissions drive line assemblies electrical and electronic systems and accessories fuel injection systems and emission control systems.

-- Skill to use a wide variety of test and diagnostics equipment to perform fault isolation and conduct repair of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment. Ability to operate and understand original equipment manufacturer computerized diagnostic equipment and embedded diagnostics.

-- Ability to utilize interpret and apply parts list manufacturers repair manuals technical manuals diagrams engineering drawings diagnostic computer information and schematics.