Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic
What you'd do
About the Position: Red River Army Depot (RRAD) is located in northeast Texas, 19 miles west of Texarkana and approximately 170 miles northeast of Dallas. RRAD is near the corners of 4 states - Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. The depot's enormous maintenance mission includes the repair, rebuild, overhaul and conversion of tactical wheeled vehicles. For more information on Red River Army Depot, go to the following web site: www.redriver.army.mil.
Major duties
Rebuild hydraulic lifting to manufacturer specifications. Repair mechanical systems to restore equipment to fully operational status. Troubleshoot engines and transmissions to isolate mechanical and systemic failures. Operate all types of equipment to determine malfunctions, diagnose and repair. Perform preshop analysis of heavy mobile and engineering equipment to determine maintenance needed on equipment and make repairs.
What you need to qualify
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common repairing mechanical systems to restore equipment to fully operational status, interpreting technical manuals for diagnosing and repairing multi-system set ups and troubleshooting engines and transmissions to isolate mechanical and systemic failures. I can perform preventative maintenance checks to maintain operational readiness. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Troubleshooting Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Effort: Work requires frequent bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching, handling of objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and often similar effort in pushing, pulling, turning, and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment, and tools, and lifting/moving of heavier items with the assistance of other workers and with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists and cranes. The employee works in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods, e.g., works on the top of and under vehicles in cramped or awkward positions, or performs strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting. Working Conditions: Works inside and outside. While inside, is exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above. While outside, may work in bad weather, mud or snow, and wet or icy areas. Frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and from hard, damp floors or ground. Typically works on parts and systems which are dirty, oily, or greasy. Frequently exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, burns, bruises and sprains while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Often exposed to possibility of receiving burns and skin irritations from acids, fluids and lubricants. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as protective ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, respirators and protective clothing, some of which may be uncomfortable to wear or use, and may be worn or used for long periods.
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