SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32)

Army National Guard Units

Montgomery (AL)

On-site

USD 73,039,000 - 85,217,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Army National Guard Units in Montgomery, AL seeks a Surface Maintenance Repairer (T32) to diagnose and repair heavy-duty equipment, assist in overhauls, and perform PMCS. Work may include field maintenance at unit locations and operating standard diagnostic tools.

The role involves routine repairs, part replacements, and following manuals and safety regulations. This National Guard position requires readiness and adherence to military maintenance standards.

Qualifications

Limited diagnosis and routine repairs on heavy-duty vehicles.
Performs repairs following technical manuals and PMCS.
May conduct field maintenance at unit locations.
Operates basic diagnostic tools and test equipment.
Maintains tools and parts inventory as required.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair heavy-duty mobile equipment and vehicles.
Replace worn parts, adjust systems, and inspect components.
Perform preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS).
Provide limited field maintenance and support at remote locations.
Assist higher graded mechanics with major overhauls.

Skills

Heavy vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Field maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Basic welding

Lubrication tools

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 REPAIRER (T32), Position Description Number D1193000 and is part of the AL CSMS 1, National Guard. ORGANIZATION: AL CSMS 1, MONTGOMERY, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: MAJ R. JONES

Key Responsibilities

(1) 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. (2) 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. (3) 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.

(4) 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. (5) 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. (6) 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. (7) 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.

(8) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION IS NOT CONSIDERED FOR WAGE GRADE POSITIONS.

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 $25.49 – $29.74/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-13.

How many openings are available?