SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER
What you'd do
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER, Position Description Number D1288000 and is part of the KS Maneuver Area Training Equipment Site, National Guard.
Major duties
As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER, WL-5801-11, assigns work orders to specific crewmembers and selects workers for various jobs based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Passes on to workers instructions received from the supervisor, demonstrates proper work methods, and starts work. Ensures that needed plans, blueprints, materials, and tools are available and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations. Works along with other workers and sets pace performing non-supervisory repair work of the same kind and level as that done by the group leader. Work performed by the incumbent involves troubleshooting, maintenance, and major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles. Assures that there is enough work to keep everyone in the work crew busy. Checks work in progress and when finished for compliance with supervisor's instructions, work orders, and established shop procedures on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines; and directs or advises other workers to follow supervisor's instructions and to meet deadlines. Answers workers' questions regarding procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives. Interprets work instructions and assists lower-graded repairers or trainees in the more difficult and complex tasks. Provides information to the supervisor on the status and progress of work, causes of delays, and overall work operations and problems. Assures that safety and housekeeping rules are followed. Performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment and various vehicles, including self-propelled artillery, tanks, and forklifts. Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical failures using visual checks and diagnostic tools, as well as overhauling complex systems like internal combustion engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems. Involves removing and disassembling engines, making repairs in accordance with specifications, and improvising solutions when standard procedures are inadequate. Works independently with minimal supervision, providing guidance to lower-grade mechanics on interconnected systems and performing operational and readiness inspections on vehicles. Conducts preventive maintenance, ensures proper servicing of equipment, inspects work performed by others, and instructs operators on maintenance procedures. Proficient in electrical repairs on advanced electronic systems, requiring specialized diagnostic training. This position works on a 4/10's compressed work schedule with four 10-hour days, Tuesday-Friday each week of the pay period. Work schedule is subject to change based on mission requirements.
What you need to qualify
Military Grades: E-5 through E-9 and WO1 through CW4 Compatible Military Assignments: Immaterial GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training that has provided the candidate with sufficient knowledge to complete the work of this occupational series. Experience or training which demonstrates the candidates ability to lead other technicians engaged in the duties performed by this occupational series SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, must have 24 months experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, and lead the work of others in fields directly related the repair function of this occupational series. Must have the ability to perform administrative functions; to read and interpret a variety of technical publications used in the repair of supported equipment. The ability to provide guidance to others in work related directly to this occupational series JOURNEYMAN LEVEL KNOWLEDGE: Experience or training leading to an extensive knowledge of the mechanical makeup, operation, and working relationships of complex interconnecting systems, assemblies, and parts for a variety of combat, tactical, commercial, and special-purpose vehicles, and equipment. Ability to diagnose, repair, overhaul, and modify interconnected complex systems on a variety of combat, tactical, commercial, and special-purpose vehicles, and equipment. Extensive knowledge of state-of-the-art electrical, electronic, complex hydraulic, pneumatic, and other major non-mechanical systems that have a functional relationship and effect on the operation of major mechanical systems. Extensive knowledge of hydraulic lifting, loading, turning, and positioning systems and their mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic controls. Skill and knowledge to develop or improvise methods, alter parts, and make repairs in the absence of technical guidelines (such as modifying parts to fit and mesh into systems for which the parts were not designed); improvise modifications to equipment to correct recurring malfunctions; and design modifications to meet special test requirements or other special needs. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work is performed in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods. There is frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching; or working on top of, under, and in tight compartments or cramped or awkward positions. Performs strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting. Frequently lifts and carries items, unassisted, weighing up to 40 pounds; and often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning parts, assemblies, and equipment. Frequently lifts and moves heavier items with the assistance of other workers or with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists, and cranes. May be required to work from ladders or work platforms at varying heights. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both inside and outside. When inside, the incumbent is frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above. When outside, the incumbent is exposed to bad weather, in mud or snow, and in wet or icy areas. The incumbent is frequently exposed to irritations or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and hard damp floors or ground. Typically works on parts and systems, which are dirty, oily, or greasy. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, burns, bruises, and sprains while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Often exposed to the possibility of falls while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment; and skin irritations from acid, fluids, and lubricants. Uses safety equipment such as protective ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, respirators, and protective clothing, which may be uncomfortable to wear or use and may be worn or used for long periods.
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