Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC-TITLE 32, Position Description Number PDD2431000 and is part of the KY 123 AW, National Guard. Responsibilities As a HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC-TITLE 32, WG-5803-10, you will repair, adjust, overhaul, perform major repairs, and maintenance on heavy mobile equipment and special purpose vehicles. Inspect repairs, overhauls and tests major systems. Analyze malfunctions and cause of mechanical failure by means of visual and auditory checks, and various test equipment. Develop methods, alter parts, and make repairs in the absence of technical guidelines. Make design modifications to meet special requirements. Remove, disassemble, overhaul, modify, adjust, and repair engines, transmissions, or sub-assemblies. Determine serviceability of vehicles by operational driving test. Perform body repair and corrosion control. Repair and/or replace body parts, locks, glass, etc. and determine if additional repairs are required. Repairs may be accomplished by using welding equipment, power tools, hand tools and other specialized equipment. Prepare, maintain and submit maintenance work orders. Assist in establishing and maintaining adequate shop stock, parts, and equipment/tools. Inspect, maintain, and operate all appropriate shop equipment. Research and assist in requisitioning materials, parts and equipment. Review and update maintenance technical orders, shop operating instructions, publications, and pertinent directives. Provide OJT training in the vehicle maintenance area. Conduct instructional classes on methods and procedures of operation and maintenance. Assist in conducting local occupational safety and health training program. Perform other duties as assigned. A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD2431000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the Debra Neal via email for additional information, debra.k.neal4.civ@army.mil. Requirements Conditions of Employment Military Grades: SSgt (E5)-TSgt (E6) RANK REQUIREMENT: Member must provide in writing with their application package that they are willing to accept a reduction in rank in order to be qualified for this position, if applicable. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: You must maintain membership in the Kentucky National Guard. You must be assigned to a compatible military position. Wear of the military uniform. May be subject to furlough actions. May be required to successfully complete a trial period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation. Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate a military bonus. Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility. 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. Must be able to obtain and maintain a state driver's license. Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENT: Experience 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 at least 18 months experience 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. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered. Education 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 (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).