Security ClearanceNot Required
Duties
As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER, WG-5801-08 you may be expected to accomplish the following: Perform limited diagnosis, routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles Perform limited diagnoses to determine the cause of mechanical failures by means of visual and auditory checks Independently perform routine repairs and maintenance functions in remote locations Conduct limited readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity Maintain supply documents, receipts, and inventory Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Areas of Consideration: CAT 3 All New Jersey Army National Guard members (M-Day, Traditional, and Drill-Status Guardsmen) Additional Employment Requirements: -Participation in direct deposit is mandatory -May be required to successfully complete a probationary period -Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation -Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trial period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest. Military Grade: Min: PFC/E-3 and Max: SSG/E-6 Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Compatible Military Assignments Appointments may require the selected candidate to be assigned to a *military unit* compatible with the full-time Military Technician (Dual Status) position. *Military Unit* -- The unit by which the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee; or a unit that the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee to support. (Guidance established by NJ HRO-J1) PRE-PLACEMENT PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: A pre-placement physical will be required for anyone selected for this position. Placement into the position will not be made until results are received
Qualifications
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: At least 12 months experience or training in the following areas: Use of common hand and power tools and a small variety of test and measurement devices to make mechanical repairs Removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing a variety of parts, components, and accessories Demonstrating a basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to vehicles; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments Demonstrating an understanding of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships Reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics
Education
There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement. "OPEN UNTIL FILLED: THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL THE VACANCY IS FILLED. IT MAY BE EXTENDED OR CLOSED BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE. THE FIRST CUT-OFF DATE FOR APPLYING IS 29 MAY 2026, QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE REFERRED DURING THIS DATE. APPLICANTS CAN UPDATE APPLICATION INFORMATION/RESUME ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS DURING ANY TIME WHILE THE JOB IS OPEN. ADDITIONAL CUTOFF DATES WILL BE DETERMINED AS NEEDED." NEXT CUTOFF DATE WILL BE 30 JUNE 2026.
Other 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx) IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Selectee(s) must be within the military grade(s) listed in this job announcement prior to the effective date of placement into the technician position. (Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade) Bonuses For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment. Telework The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval. NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour "Our agency supports the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) policies on labor relations, ensuring that all dual status T-32 technicians can engage with authorized union representation if they choose to do so."