Surface Maintenance Mechanic

As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC WG you will perform maintenance troubleshooting and major repair 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 bulldozers power shovels tanks tracked combat vehicles all terrain vehicles semi trailers forklifts tractors and accessory equipment. Troubleshoot repair and/or overhaul as a regular and recurring duty a variety of the mechanically complex 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 cross drive or similar multi-system transmissions and a variety of intricate fuel injection systems. Make repairs and modifications to assemblies and components such as voltage regulators generators/alternators brake cylinders etc. Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: This position works on a 4/10s compressed work schedule with four 10-hour days Tuesday-Friday each week of the pay period. Work schedule is subject to change based on mission requirements.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: 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 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

WORKING CONDITIONS: 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.

• KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard.
• 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 probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
• 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.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• 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.

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Military Grades: E2 through E8 WO1- CW2

Compatible Military Assignments: Immaterial

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

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have experience or training leading to an extensive knowledge of the mechanical makeup operation and working relationships of complex interconnecting systems assemblies and parts for a variety of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment. Ability to diagnose repair overhaul and modify interconnected complex systems on a variety of combat tactical commercial special purpose vehicles and equipment. Extensive knowledge of state of the art electrical electronic complex hydraulic pneumatic and other major non-mechanical systems that have a functional relationship and effect on the operation of major mechanical systems. Extensive knowledge of hydraulic lifting loading turning and positioning systems and their mechanical hydraulic pneumatic electrical and electronic controls. Skill and knowledge to develop or improvise methods alter parts and make repairs in the absence of technical guidelines (such as modifying parts to fit and mesh into systems for which the parts were not designed); improvise modifications to equipment to correct recurring malfunctions; and design modifications to meet special test requirements or other special needs.