Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer

U.S. Army Reserve Command; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Reserve Command seeks a Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer for the 81st Readiness Division, AMSA 164, based in Lexington, Kentucky. This Direct Hire Authority vacancy targets skilled technicians capable of diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on heavy mobile equipment.

Eligible US citizens will apply under DHA; the role requires ability to work with limited supervision and to complete inspections and tests on complex machinery in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing, repairing and performing preventive maintenance on heavy mobile equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Troubleshooting

Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position:

This position is a Military Technician position with the 81st Readiness Division, Area Maintenance Support Activity (AMSA) 164 located in Lexington, Kentucky.

Who May Apply:

US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element):

Ability to do the work of a(n) Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer ~ without more than normal supervision. To meet the screen out element, applicants should document experience or show the ability to do the following:

• troubleshoot, maintain and repair heavy mobile equipment to include performance of preventative maintenance checks and services;
• repair, replace, install, or make adjustments to mobile equipment components and parts;
• and conduct various operational tests to perform final inspection.

- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Work requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching. Works on top of, under, or in tight compartments of equipment in cramped and awkward positions. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds and often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning part assemblies and equipment. Occasionally lifts heavier items with the assistance of other workers or with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists, and cranes. Work is sometimes performed from ladders or work platforms at varying heights.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed inside and occasionally outside. The incumbent must frequently stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time. The incumbent is exposed to drafts, dirt, grease, oils, and vehicle exhaust fumes. Incumbent is exposed to some inclement weather such as wind and rain. Subject to burns, cuts, scrapes, bruises, and strains.