Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Summary This position is for a HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC, PD# D2431000, part of the Nevada Air National Guard.

This position is located in the Air National Guard, Logistics Readiness Squadron, Vehicle Management Flight.

Its purpose is to maintain, troubleshoot, overhaul, repair, modify, and inspect heavy mobile equipment, various support equipment, and special purpose vehicles.

Learn more about this agency Help Overview * Accepting applications * Open & closing dates 03/11/2024 to 03/10/2025 * Salary $29.13 - $34 per hour * Pay scale & grade WG 10 * Help Location 1 vacancy in the following location: * Reno, NV * Remote job No * Telework eligible No * Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

* Relocation expenses reimbursed No * Appointment type Permanent * Work schedule Full-time * Service Excepted * Promotion potential None * Job family (Series) 5803 Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic * Supervisory status No * Security clearance Secret * Drug test No * Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk * Trust determination process National security * Announcement number NV-12343390-AF-24-017 * Control number 781022400 Help This job is open to * National Guard & reserves Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERS ONLY.

*This is an open continuous announcement.

The initial cutoff date for this position will be 15 MAY 2024.

Recruitment will continue through the announcement date until the position is filled.* Help Duties (1) Repairs, adjust, overhauls, performs major repairs, and maintenance on military and commercial designed heavy mobile equipment and special purpose vehicles.

Inspects repairs, overhauls and tests major systems including gasoline, diesel, electric powered hybrid, multi-fuel, turbine, and other types of internal combustion engines, which may be turbo-charged or blower assisted, automatic or manual transmissions, including those with power take offs, cross-drive transmissions, hydraulic, electric, pneumatic systems and controls, fluid pumping systems, turrets, winches and four wheel steering systems.

Systematically analyzes malfunctions and the cause of mechanical failure by means of visual and auditory checks, uses computer-controlled test equipment, engine analyzers, compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters and pressure gauges in order to determine the exact nature of extent of repairs or adjustments necessary to complete work.

Use specialized diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot problems in complex state-of-the-art electric and electronic systems to identify and replace defective components such as computer control modules, sensors, solenoids, digitized components, and circuits.

Develop or improvise methods, alter parts, and make repairs in the absence of technical guidelines.

Modify parts to fit, or improvises modifications to equipment to correct recurring malfunctions.

Makes design modifications to meet special requirements, make adjustment or performs tests.

Removes, disassembles overhauls, modifies, adjusts, and repairs, engines, transmissions, or sub-assemblies in accordance with the proper procedures and specifications.

Reassembles engines, transmissions, and sub-assemblies, makes adjustments, tests and reinstalls in vehicles and equipment.

Determines serviceability by operational driving test.

(2) Performs body repair and corrosion control, refinishes and repaints surfaces as required.

Repairs and/or replaces body parts, locks, glass, etc.

and determines if additional repairs are required.

Repairs may be accomplished by using welding equipment, power tools, hand tools and other specialized equipment.

Cleans, tests, and repairs radiators/oil coolers and associated parts.

Test, services, and repairs vehicle air conditioning systems following manufacturers and environmental guidelines.

Replaces or repairs tires, tubes and balances wheel assemblies.

(3) Prepares, maintains and submits applicable maintenance work orders for man-hour and data collection accounting, to include completing forms to reflect work performed or delayed and parts and maintenance required.

Assists in establishing and maintaining adequate shop stock, special levels parts, and appropriate shop support equipment and tools.

Inspect, maintains, and operates all appropriate shop equipment.

Researches and assists in requisitioning materials, parts and equipment necessary to perform the vehicle maintenance/management mission.

Assists in review and updating maintenance technical orders, shop operating instructions, commercial publications, MAJCOM and local publications, as well as other pertinent directives.

Provides expert support to theCustomer Service Center to various unit members.

(4) Participates as OJT Instructor in the vehicle maintenance area.

Conducts instructional classes on methods and procedures of operation and maintenance concerning all aspects of vehicle repairs and assigned shop maintenance support equipment.

Evaluates effectiveness of instruction, documents and maintains individual /section training and qualification records.

(5) Assists in conducting the local occupational safety and health training program, to include compliance with directives and procedures for proper disposal of hazardous waste products within the functional area.

Fully comprehends and complies with federal, state and local environmental laws and the requirements in Air Force Occupational, Safety and Health Standard (AFOSHSTD). Help Requirements Conditions of Employment MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement.

In compliance with Title 32 United States Code, the compatible military skill set is determined by the applicable service manpower requirements.

Upon selection, individuals are assigned to the authorized position and its compatible military skill in accordance with Air force skill classification directives, statutes, and National Guard Bureau regulations.

The Dual Status technician must obtain and maintain all military skill requirements in regard to training, education, certifications, experience.

If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

Compatible Military Assignment: ENLISTED: E4 to E6 COMPATIBLE DAFSC: 2T3X1, 2T3X1A, 2T3X1C, 2T3X7 * Other Requirements & Conditions of Employment: * National Guard Membership is required.

* Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

* Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.

* Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

* May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

* Must maintain local network access.

* Wear the uniform appropriate for the members' grade and component of the armed forces, maintaining standards of conduct and appearance.

* This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.

An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

* Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

* May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

* The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment.

You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

* For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.

Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered.

Education requirement is based upon the qualification standards for the specific position and is stated under the heading "EDUCATION". Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position.

Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific in describing your experience.

EACH APPLICANT MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE (IN THEIR OWN WORDS) THAT THEY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICANT WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION.

DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION OR YOU MAY BE DISQUALIFIED.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to make repairs or the ability to assist with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, adjusting, or replacing defective or worn parts.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have experience or training diagnosing, repairing, overhauling, and modifying more complex vehicles, equipment, and more complicated systems.

Experience which has provided a thorough knowledge of diagnostic equipment.

Experience applying independent judgment in determining methods and techniques required to solve unusually complex maintenance and repair problems.

Experience in testing, inspecting, and evaluating the work performed on heavy mobile vehicles, equipment and systems.

Education There is no specific education requirement for this position.

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.

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Training/Educational claims.

To receive credit for Training/Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Training/Education requirements for this position.

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 ( * This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position.

* Applicants who feel they have restoration rights to this position should contact the HRO.

* Military Incentives - Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and/or Student Loan Repayment Program incentives.

In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position.

* Participation in Direct Deposit is mandatory.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: In accordance with the State Merit Placement Plan, candidates will be considered in order of their area of consideration category as appropriate.

TERM POSITIONS: "Temporary-Not to Exceed" (TEMP) and "Temporary-Indefinite" (INDEFINITE) are considered to be TERM positions and are limited in duration to 4 years maximum.

Employees reaching maximum TERM appointment limit of 4 years may be terminated.

CONVERSION OF TERM (TEMPORARY/INDEFINITE) POSITIONS: Positions advertised as TEMP or INDEFINITE may be non-competitively converted to INDEFINITE or PERMANENT without further competition at a future date contingent upon available funding.

For TEMP PROMOTIONS, position may be non-competitively converted upon expiration of the incumbent's USERRA rights.

RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION INCENTIVE: Recruitment and/or Relocation incentives may be available, if eligible.

Incentives are subject to funding availability and TAG-NV approval and are not guaranteed.

PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): PCS funding is NOT authorized.

If you do not reside in the location of the position, you will be required to relocate at your own expense.

SELECTED RESERVE INCENTIVE PROGRAM: Acceptance of this position will cause termination of Federal bonuses pursuant to respective Selected Reserve Incentive Programs (SRIP). This termination may be with or without recoupment of payments already made.

COVID19 - To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees.

Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply.

Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

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How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement.

You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities/competencies related to the job requirements: * -Repairs, adjusts, overhauls, and performs major maintenance on military and commercial heavy mobile equipment.

Inspects and tests major systems, including various engine types, transmissions, hydraulic, electric, pneumatic systems, and controls.

Utilizes equipment and specialized diagnostic tools for troubleshooting complex electric and electronic systems.

Modifies parts, improvises solutions, and makes design adjustments to meet special requirements.

* -Repairs and refinishes vehicle surfaces as required.

Replaces body parts, locks, glass utilizing power tools, and specialized equipment.

Tests, services, and repairs radiators/oil coolers, air conditioning systems, and replaces or repairs tires.

* -Prepares and maintains maintenance work orders for man-hour and data collection.

Assists in maintaining adequate shop stock, levels of parts, and shop support equipment.

Researches and requisitions materials, parts, and equipment necessary for vehicle maintenance.

Supports material control in maintaining and organization of parts and tool control.

* -Conducts training classes on operation and maintenance procedures.

Evaluates effectiveness of instruction and maintains training records.

* -Assists in conducting the local occupational safety and health training program.

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and Air Force Occupational, Safety, and Health Standards.

Manages proper disposal of hazardous waste products within the functional area.

Performs other duties as assigned.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your