HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32)

About the role

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 D2431000 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.

What you will do

• As a HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32), WG-5803-10, you will maintain, troubleshoot, overhaul, repair, modify, and inspect heavy mobile equipment, various support equipment, and special purpose vehicles such as; fuel dispensing trucks, refueling equipment, crash/structural firefighting equipment and pump trucks, forklifts, materiel handling, aircraft cargo loaders, aircraft and equipment tow tractors, large runway snow removal vehicles, aircraft de-icing equipment, sweepers, bulldozers, mobile cranes, road graders, heavy construction and earth moving vehicles, backhoes, front end loaders, excavators, trenchers, and tactical/armored protected vehicles.
• Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Perform repair, adjust, overhaul, and major maintenance on heavy mobile equipment and special-purpose vehicles.
• Inspect, repair, overhaul, and test major systems including gasoline, diesel, electric-hybrid, multi-fuel, turbine, and internal combustion engines.
• Remove, disassemble, overhaul, modify, adjust, and repair engines, transmissions, and sub-assemblies in accordance with procedures and specifications.
• Reassemble engines, transmissions, and sub-assemblies, perform adjustments, conduct tests, and reinstall systems in vehicles and equipment.
• Perform body repair and corrosion control, including refinishing and repainting of vehicle surfaces.
• Use specialized diagnostic, scan, and computer-controlled test equipment to troubleshoot complex electric and electronic systems.
• Develop or improvise repair methods, alter parts, or fabricate modifications when technical guidelines are absent or insufficient.
• Modify parts to fit or perform equipment modifications to correct recurring malfunctions or meet special requirements.
• Perform welding, refinishing, corrosion control, and body restoration using power tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment.
• Conduct design modifications, make precise adjustments, or perform operational tests to validate serviceability.
• Analyze malfunctions and determine causes of mechanical failure using visual, auditory, and diagnostic information.
• Interpret technical orders, maintenance manuals, commercial publications, and shop instructions to determine required repairs.
• Review and update maintenance technical orders, shop operating instructions, MAJCOM directives, and local publications.
• Determine extent of repairs or adjustments necessary by interpreting results from test equipment and operational checks.
• Evaluate instructional methods and training effectiveness to maintain accurate training and qualification records.
• Use engine analyzers, compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, pressure gauges, and other diagnostic tools to troubleshoot faults.
• Determine serviceability of repaired vehicles by performing operational driving tests.
• Inspect, maintain, and operate shop equipment, support tools, and special-purpose maintenance equipment.
• Test, service, and repair radiators, oil coolers, vehicle A/C systems, wheel and tire assemblies, and associated vehicle components.
• Research, requisition, and maintain adequate shop stock, special-level parts, and maintenance materials to support the mission.

Requirements

• IAW The Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during or after a job interview.
• If an Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration of Employment is submitted prior to the point of a conditional offer, questions related to background information section may not be asked.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and in the military grade listed in the announcement.
• This is required prior to the effective date of placement.
• If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• 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.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• Indefinite/Temporary Promotion/May Become Permanent

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.

If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)

Documents you must provide

• Your resume that clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position.
• Your resume must contain identifiable information such as your name, address, and phone number.
• It should also show your work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.
• If you are currently an onboard ILNG technician, then you MUST include your most recent SF-50.
• Other supporting documents (as applicable): Certifications DD-214 NGIL Form 73 Official Transcript (Copy) - Required if using for substitution of experience. *** *NGIL Form 73 - Illinois National Guard Technician Program Supplement to Application for Dual Status (DS), to reflect military qualifications.
• Complete and accurate data is essential to ensure fair evaluation.
• Applicants with no military qualifications must submit form stating "not applicable" and signature on page 2 of the NGIL Form 73.
• Documents NOT accepted: photographs, copies of position descriptions, training certificates, performance ratings, awards, and letters of appreciation.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

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 (***).

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