Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER, Position Description Number D1193000 and is part of the DE Field Maintenance Shop 1, National Guard. Responsibilities WG-5801-08: (1) Performs limited diagnosis, routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical andautomotive vehicles. Assists higher graded mechanics in the repair and/or overhaul of major systems to include internalcombustion engines, turbine engines, automatic and non-automatic transmissions, heavy duty drive line systems, andhydraulic utility systems and controls. Makes routine repairs that can be accomplished by removing, adjusting, or replacingdefective 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/oruses basic test equipment such as compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters and pressure gauges. Determines when partsshould 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, startermotors, muff lers, battery cables, and other items of similar complexity. (4) Independently performs routine repairs and maintenance functions in remote locations that can be accomplished byremoving, cleaning, reinstalling, or replacing defective parts of components and systems using standard parts. Receivesguidance and instruction from a higher graded mechanic or supervisor to perform non-routine and more complex repairs onportions 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 maintenanceoperations as required to ensure that equipment is functioning properly. (6) May perform routine maintenance and limited repairs on basic communication equipment such as radios, fieldtelephones, amplifiers, switchboards, recorders, intercoms by removing and replacing components and elements. Performsminor body and fender, or other metal repairs, using peening hammers, dollies and limited welding. Performs limitedrepairs and routine maintenance on small arms and accessory equipment by replacing worn or damaged parts. Makes minorrepairs 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 thereceipt, store, issue, and inventory of tools and parts used in the trades operation. (8) Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Military Grades: E-3/PFC - E-7/SFC COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: 12, 13, 14, 19, 25, 88, 91, 92, 94 series (preferred but not required) GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates knowledge of equipment to be able to do routine jobs, simple preventative maintenance tasks, and is able to use common tools and equipment in the line of work. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 12 months experience or training using common hand and power tools and a small variety of test and measurement devices to make mechanical repairs. Experience removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing a variety of parts, components, and accessories. Experience which demonstrates a basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to vehicles; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments. Experience demonstrating an understanding of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships. Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics. QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. *Other Requirements -For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license. Education There are no educational substitutions for specialized experience at WG-08. Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).