HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32)

Air National Guard Units; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Illinois seeks a Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic (Title 32) to maintain, troubleshoot, overhaul, repair, modify, and inspect a wide range of heavy vehicles and equipment used to support mission-critical operations. The role requires interpreting technical orders and working with advanced diagnostic tools to ensure serviceability and readiness.

The position, WG-5803-10, is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard, with a Secret security clearance requirement and a posted

Qualifications

• Requires experience with heavy mobile equipment maintenance and major systems.
• Ability to interpret technical orders, manuals and shop instructions.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and test equipment for electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair, overhaul, and major maintenance on heavy mobile equipment and special vehicles.
• Inspect and test major systems including gasoline, diesel, multi-fuel, and electric-hybrid engines.
• Diagnose malfunctions, disassemble and repair engines and transmissions, reassemble and test.

Job description

HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32)

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32), Position Description Number D2431000 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

As a HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32), WG-5803-10, you will maintain, troubleshoot, overhaul, repair, modify, and inspect heavy mobile equipment, various support equipment, and special purpose vehicles such as; fuel dispensing trucks, refueling equipment, crash/structural firefighting equipment and pump trucks, forklifts, materiel handling, aircraft cargo loaders, aircraft and equipment tow tractors, large runway snow removal vehicles, aircraft de-icing equipment, sweepers, bulldozers, mobile cranes, road graders, heavy construction and earth moving vehicles, backhoes, front end loaders, excavators, trenchers, and tactical/armored protected vehicles.

Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Perform repair, adjust, overhaul, and major maintenance on heavy mobile equipment and special-purpose vehicles. Inspect, repair, overhaul, and test major systems including gasoline, diesel, electric-hybrid, multi-fuel, turbine, and internal combustion engines. Remove, disassemble, overhaul, modify, adjust, and repair engines, transmissions, and sub-assemblies in accordance with procedures and specifications.

Reassemble engines, transmissions, and sub-assemblies, perform adjustments, conduct tests, and reinstall systems in vehicles and equipment. Perform body repair and corrosion control, including refinishing and repainting of vehicle surfaces. Use specialized diagnostic, scan, and computer-controlled test equipment to troubleshoot complex electric and electronic systems.

Develop or improvise repair methods, alter parts, or fabricate modifications when technical guidelines are absent or insufficient. Modify parts to fit or perform equipment modifications to correct recurring malfunctions or meet special requirements. Perform welding, refinishing, corrosion control, and body restoration using power tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment.

Conduct design modifications, make precise adjustments, or perform operational tests to validate serviceability. Analyze malfunctions and determine causes of mechanical failure using visual, auditory, and diagnostic information. Interpret technical orders, maintenance manuals, commercial publications, and shop instructions to determine required repairs. Review and update maintenance technical orders, shop operating instructions, MAJCOM directives, and local publications.

Determine extent of repairs or adjustments necessary by interpreting results from test equipment and operational checks. Evaluate instructional methods and training effectiveness to maintain accurate training and qualification records. Use engine analyzers, compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, pressure gauges, and other diagnostic tools to troubleshoot faults. Determine serviceability of repaired vehicles by performing operational driving tests.

Inspect, maintain, and operate shop equipment, support tools, and special-purpose maintenance equipment. Test, service, and repair radiators, oil coolers, vehicle A/C systems, wheel and tire assemblies, and associated vehicle components. Research, requisition, and maintain adequate shop stock, special-level parts, and maintenance materials to support the mission.

Requirements & Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air National Guard Units, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $31.82 – $37.11/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-24.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Nguard' hiring path.