Surface Maintenance Mechanic

Army National Guard Units; Fort Riley (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Army National Guard Units seeks a Surface Maintenance Mechanic to perform maintenance, repair, and modification of a range of combat and tactical vehicles and equipment. The role emphasizes diagnosing complex systems and using a variety of tools in demanding conditions.

The position supports the KS Maneuver Area Training Equipment Site, with responsibilities spanning hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, including testing and ensuring safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance and repair of combat and tactical vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical systems for diagnostics and repair.
• Ability to diagnose, repair, overhaul, and modify interconnected systems on complex equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized maintenance on a variety of equipment and systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions, repair components, and substitute/modify parts as needed.
• Operate and test equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety.

Skills

Equipment maintenance experience

Diagnose and repair complex systems

Use of common tools

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical systems

Job description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, Position Description Number D1195000 part of the KS Maneuver Area Training Equipment Site, National Guard.

Military Grades:

E1 through E9, WO1- CW4

Compatible Military Assignments:

Immaterial

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 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.

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, under, 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.