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Surface Maintenance Mechanic (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units · Department of the Army

This job in plain English

This is a full-time, permanent job as a Surface Maintenance Mechanic for the Tennessee Army National Guard in Henderson, TN. The mechanic repairs heavy-duty military, tactical, and automotive vehicles and equipment. Applicants must be, or be able to become, National Guard members, and the job requires occasional travel and possible overtime.

1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • National Guard and ReservesCurrent members of the National Guard or Reserves. Many of these jobs require membership as a condition of employment.
  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Other groups listed above may get extra consideration, for example veterans' preference.

Open to the public, but you must be a U.S. citizen, national, or owe allegiance to the U.S. You must be a Tennessee Army National Guard member or be eligible to join, at military grades E-3 through E-7.

What you would do

  • Troubleshoot mechanical failures using visual checks and test equipment.
  • Remove and disassemble engines, major assemblies, and fuel or hydraulic systems.
  • Repair or replace defective parts, often in remote locations.
  • Inspect vehicles and equipment for readiness and repair needs.
  • Help maintain production reports and records, and recommend changes to the supervisor.

Do you qualify for WG-10?

With experience: You need 1 year of experience at the next lowest WG level below WG-10, or 18 months of experience or training. It must show thorough knowledge of complex vehicle systems, the ability to diagnose and repair engines and transmissions, and basic electronics skills. You also need general experience using common tools and doing routine maintenance.

With education: There is no education requirement. Education cannot be used in place of experience for this job.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Valid state driver's license for the state where you live or are principally employed, for positions that operate motor vehicles

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Complete resume with full name, address, email address, and phone number
  • Resume showing employer name and address, supervisor name and phone, dates by month and year, hours per week, and salary
  • Written statement, in your own words, showing you meet 100% of minimum and specialized experience requirements
  • Supporting documents such as SF-50, licenses, certifications, or DD-214 if applicable
  • Completed online Occupational Questionnaire

How you will be rated: Your resume and documents are first checked against the minimum qualifications. Those who qualify are compared with their questionnaire answers to measure experience. If you rate yourself higher than your application supports, your responses may be adjusted or you may be excluded.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume must prove each qualification in your own words, with dates by month and year and hours per week.
  • Do not copy text from the announcement, because incomplete resumes are not considered.
  • If you are unsure you can join the National Guard, contact a recruiter before applying.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Irregular and overtime hours may be required for operations or contingencies, including hours outside the normal duty day.

Incentives and relocation: No relocation expenses are reimbursed. Military members receiving a reenlistment bonus, SLRP, or GI Bill kicker may lose that incentive when they accept this job.

Conditions of employment:

  • National Guard membership required before placement
  • Must be eligible for immediate National Guard membership and employment
  • Must wear the military uniform
  • Males born after 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Background investigation for federal employment suitability
  • May be required to complete a trial period
  • Direct deposit is mandatory
  • Medical testing at government expense before starting
  • Secret security clearance, or ability to obtain one within one year of appointment
  • Cannot perform duties if convicted of a qualifying domestic violence crime (Lautenberg Amendment)
  • Irregular or overtime hours may be required
  • Accepting this job may end Tricare Reserve Select eligibility

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$30.00 – $35.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
WG-10 · Wage Grade (trades and crafts)
Location
Henderson, Tennessee
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Secret
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Miscellaneous Transportation/Mobile Equipment Maintenance (5801)
Announcement
TN-13087848-AR-27-008

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