SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Army National Guard Units

Kansas City (KS)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 56,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Army National Guard Units in Kansas is seeking a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (WG-5801-08/10) at Fort Riley. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat and automotive vehicles to ensure mission readiness.

The position features a 4/10 compressed work schedule (Tuesday–Friday) with situational telework eligibility and a Secret security clearance requirement. Applications close 2026-09-30 under the Nguard hiring path.

Qualifications

Troubleshooting and maintenance of heavy-duty mobile equipment and vehicles.
Ability to follow repair specifications and procedures.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, perform maintenance and major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical and automotive vehicles.
Remove and disassemble engines and major assemblies; reassemble and test.
Conduct readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance and basic servicing as required.

Job description

Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, Position Description Number D1193000, D1194000 and is part of the KS Surface Maintenance Manager, FORT RILEY, KS, Kansas Army National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, WG-5801-08/10, you will troubleshoot, perform 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. Remove and disassemble engines and major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, add fuel, hydraulic, and oil pressure systems.

Make the appropriate repairs, overhaul, or modifications in accordance with the proper repair specifications and procedures. Reassemble engines and other systems, and adjust, test, and reinstall in vehicles and equipment as necessary. Conduct readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity.

Perform operational inspections and ensures vehicles and equipment are properly serviced, including brake adjustments, replacing hydraulic fluids, greasing, cleaning, etc., and perform other preventive maintenance operations as required. Perform other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: This position works on a 4/10's 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.

Telework: ELIGIBLE FOR SITUATIONAL TELEWORK ONLY, INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND PRESCRIBED "UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK"

Which agency is hiring for this position?

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

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $31.75 - $41.1/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

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