SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER

Army National Guard Units; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD is seeking a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (WG-5801-8) to diagnose and repair heavy equipment and automotive vehicles. Tasks include routine maintenance, part replacement, and basic systems upkeep in both shop and remote field locations.

Expect collaboration with higher graded mechanics, adherence to manuals, and occasional field deployment to units. Security clearance required; location Mason City, IA. Salary posted hourly range with eligibility for overtime.

Qualifications

• Performs limited diagnosis and routine repairs on heavy-duty equipment.
• Repairs on engines, transmissions, hydraulics and related systems.
• Uses basic test equipment to identify failures and maintain vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine repairs on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
• Follow manuals, PMCS and maintenance bulletins for servicing.
• Provide field maintenance at unit locations as part of a contact team.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diagnostics

Field service

Preventive maintenance

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is restricted to current Military members of the Iowa Army National Guard. LOCATION: FMS 5, Mason City, IA

Key Responsibilities

As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER, WG-5801-8 your duties are below. Performs limited diagnosis, routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical and automotive vehicles. Assists higher graded mechanics in the repair and/or overhaul of 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.

Makes routine repairs that can be accomplished by removing, adjusting, or replacing defective or worn parts and components. Performs work in accordance with technical manuals, lubrication orders, maintenance bulletins, regulations or management policies. Performs limited diagnoses to determine the cause of mechanical failures by means of visual and auditory checks and/or uses basic test equipment such as compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters and pressure gauges.

Determines when parts should be cleaned, adjusted or replaced with standard parts to complete work orders. Removes, replaces, adjusts, cleans and installs parts and components such as wheel seals, switches, sensors, fuel pumps, water pumps, power steering pumps, brakes, filters, radiators, bearings, springs, shock absorbers, wheel cylinders, starter motors, mufflers, battery cables, and other items of similar complexity.

Independently performs routine repairs and maintenance functions in remote locations that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, reinstalling, or replacing defective parts of components and systems using standard parts. Receives guidance and instruction from a higher graded mechanic or supervisor to perform non-routine and more complex repairs on portions of major assemblies and/or systems. May provide field maintenance at unit locations as part of a "contact team".

Recovers and evacuates inoperable vehicles from the unit location of breakdown. Conducts limited readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity. Performs Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) and ensures vehicles and equipment are properly serviced, including brake adjustments, replacing hydraulic fluids, greasing, cleaning, etc.

Performs other preventive maintenance operations as required to ensure that equipment is functioning properly. May perform routine maintenance and limited repairs on basic communication equipment such as radios, field telephones, amplifiers, switchboards, recorders, intercoms by removing and replacing components and elements. Performs minor body and fender, or other metal repairs, using peening hammers, dollies and limited welding.

Performs limited repairs and routine maintenance on small arms and accessory equipment by replacing worn or damaged parts. Makes minor repairs to canvas and leather items using bonding/sealing compounds and hand tools such as awls, canvas needles etc. In conjunction with or in the absence of the Tools and Parts Attendant, may maintain supply documentation, and the receipt, store, issue, and inventory of tools and parts used in the trades operation.

Performs other duties as assigned. D11930

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 $26.54 – $30.95/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

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