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Surface Maintenance Mechanic Inspector (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 Inspector with the Texas Army National Guard in Gatesville, Texas. The job checks heavy military and construction equipment to see if it works safely and is worth repairing. You must be an active member of the Texas Army National Guard and wear the military uniform, and the schedule is compressed, running Tuesday to Friday.

1 vacancy

Can you apply?

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

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

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

Open to U.S. citizens, nationals, and people who owe allegiance to the U.S. You must be an active member of the Texas Army National Guard in a compatible military assignment and wear the uniform; the consideration area is nationwide but limited to current Texas National Guard employees and current or eligible Texas Army National Guard members.

What you would do

  • Inspects heavy-duty mobile equipment, such as tanks, cranes, and bulldozers.
  • Tests complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems while equipment runs or sits idle.
  • Decides if repairs are economical using set cost limits called Maintenance Expenditure Limits (MEL).
  • Performs final inspections, certifying equipment as safe or sending it back for more repairs.
  • Serves on Command Maintenance Evaluation Teams (COMET) or Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Teams (MAIT).

Do you qualify for WG-11?

With experience: You need specialized experience with the mechanics, operation, and repair of complex combat, tactical, and commercial vehicles and equipment, including diagnosing, repairing, and modifying their systems and making repairs without technical guidelines. The announcement does not name a grade level for this experience, and length of time alone does not qualify you.

With education: There is not an educational requirement for this position.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Valid state driver's license, required for positions that operate motor vehicles

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, to and from dates, and duties performed
  • Cover letter
  • DD-214 or Statement of Service
  • SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action
  • One other supporting document (listed as Other (1))

How you will be rated: Your resume and documents will be checked against the qualifications. If you are minimally qualified, they are compared to your answers on the assessment questionnaire, and if you rate yourself higher than your package supports, your responses may be adjusted or you may be excluded.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume must show hours per week, exact to and from dates, and duties for each job listed.
  • Do not forget the SF-50 and DD-214 or Statement of Service, which are listed as supporting documents.
  • Complete the online Occupational Questionnaire honestly, since ratings are adjusted if answers overstate your experience.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, compressed schedule Tuesday to Friday, 0630 to 1700 hours. Irregular or overtime hours may be required to support operations.

Incentives and relocation: Accepting this federal technician job may end military incentives or require repayment. Check your contract and contact your Education Services (Incentives) office or Recruiting/Retention office.

Conditions of employment:

  • Active membership in the Texas Army National Guard and wear of the military uniform
  • Service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 required
  • Must be assigned to a compatible military skill (AFSC/MOS)
  • Secret security clearance, or able to obtain one within one year of appointment
  • Background check
  • Not eligible if convicted of a qualifying domestic violence misdemeanor (Lautenberg Amendment)
  • Irregular or overtime hours may be required
  • 1-2 year trial period
  • Direct deposit is mandatory

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
$32.00 – $37.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
WG-11 · Wage Grade (trades and crafts)
Location
Gatesville, Texas
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Secret
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Miscellaneous Transportation/Mobile Equipment Maintenance (5801)
Announcement
TX-13093110-AR

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