HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC - Des Moines, IA, United States - Department of the Air Force

Description

Duties As a HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (INDEFINITE-MAY BECOME PERMANENT), WG your duties are below
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Repairs, adjust, overhauls, performs major repairs, and maintenance on military and commercial designed heavy mobile equipment and special purpose vehicles
Inspects repairs, overhauls and tests major systems including gasoline, diesel, electric powered hybrid, multi-fuel, turbine, and other types of internal combustion engines, which may be turbo-charged or blower assisted, automatic or manual transmissions, including those with power take offs, cross-drive transmissions, hydraulic, electric, pneumatic systems and controls, fluid pumping systems, turrets, winches and four wheel steering systems
Systematically analyzes malfunctions and the cause of mechanical failure by means of visual and auditory checks, uses computer-controlled test equipment, engine analyzers, compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters and pressure gauges in order to determine the exact nature of extent of repairs or adjustments necessary to complete work
Use specialized diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot problems in complex state-of-the-art electric and electronic systems to identify and replace defective components such as computer control modules, sensors, solenoids, digitized components, and circuits
Develop or improvise methods, alter parts, and make repairs in the absence of technical guidelines
Modify parts to fit, or improvises modifications to equipment to correct recurring malfunctions
Makes design modifications to meet special requirements, make adjustment or performs tests
Removes, disassembles overhauls, modifies, adjusts, and repairs, engines, transmissions, or sub-assemblies in accordance with the proper procedures and specifications
Reassembles engines, transmissions, and sub-assemblies, makes adjustments, tests and reinstalls in vehicles and equipment
Determines serviceability by operational driving test
(45%) 2
Performs body repair and corrosion control, refinishes and repaints surfaces as required
Repairs and/or replaces body parts, locks, glass, etc
and determines if additional repairs are required
Repairs may be accomplished by using welding equipment, power tools, hand tools and other specialized equipment
Cleans, tests, and repairs radiators/oil coolers and associated parts
Test, services, and repairs vehicle air conditioning systems following manufacturers and environmental guidelines
Replaces or repairs tires, tubes and balances wheel assemblies
(15%) 3
Prepares, maintains and submits applicable maintenance work orders for man-hour and data collection accounting, to include completing forms to reflect work performed or delayed and parts and maintenance required
Assists in establishing and maintaining adequate shop stock, special levels parts, and appropriate shop support equipment and tools
Inspect, maintains, and operates all appropriate shop equipment
Researches and assists in requisitioning materials, parts and equipment necessary to perform the vehicle maintenance/management mission
Assists in review and updating maintenance technical orders, shop operating instructions, commercial publications, MAJCOM and local publications, as well as other pertinent directives
Provides expert support to the Customer Service Center to various unit members
(20%) 4
Participates as OJT Instructor in the vehicle maintenance area
Conducts instructional classes on methods and procedures of operation and maintenance concerning all aspects of vehicle repairs and assigned shop maintenance support equipment
Evaluates effectiveness of instruction, documents and maintains individual /section training and qualification records
(15%) 5
Assists in conducting the local occupational safety and health training program, to include compliance with directives and procedures for proper disposal of hazardous waste products within the functional area
Fully comprehends and complies with federal, state and local environmental laws and the requirements in Air Force Occupational, Safety and Health Standard (AFOSHSTD)
(5%) Performs other duties as assigned
D2431 Requirements Conditions of Employment


NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED:
This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Air National Guard
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform
Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 05/30/2024
FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION
Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying


SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:
Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position
If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date
Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment
Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS

Military Rank Requirements:
ENLISTED MEMBERS (E-3 to E-5) Qualifications In describing your experience, please be clear and specific
We will not make assumptions regarding your experience
Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Experience or training 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 REQUIREMENTS:

WG :

Must haveexperience in the following:

• Experience or training leading to a thorough knowledge of the mechanical makeup, operation, and working relationships of complex systems, assemblies, and parts for a variety of combat, tactical, commercial, special purpose vehicles, and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose, repair, overhaul, and modify a variety of combat, tactical, commercial, special purpose vehicles, and equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other non-mechanical systems that have a functional relationship and effect on the operation of mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic lifting, loading, turning, and positioning systems and their mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic controls.
• Basic knowledge of electronics, sufficient to identify and replace defective components, such as sensors, diodes, and circuit boards.
• Ability to repair or overhaul major components such as diesel, multi-fuel or gasoline engines, turbine engines, automatic and manual transmissions, drive line assemblies, electrical and electronic systems and accessories, fuel injection systems, and emission control systems

Additional information


ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES:
Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable
Please contact your Education Office prior to accepting a position with the Iowa Army National Guard
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory

If you are a male applicant 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 are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).

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How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above
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 found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position:

• At the WG-10 Level, work requires the diagnosis, repair, overhaul, and modification of heavy mobile equipment, systems, and vehicles

Positions at this level have a thorough knowledge of the mechanical makeup, operation, and working relationships of heavy duty systems, assemblies, and parts, including such major systems as diesel, multifuel, and gasoline engines, including supercharged and turbocharged engines; automatic and manual transmissions and gear reduction systems, including those with converters, planetary gears, and power take offs; drive line assemblies including differentials, power dividers, and dual speed axles; electrical and electronic systems and accessories, including ignition systems, charging and starting systems, and wiring and lighting systems; carbureted and fuel injection systems; admission control systems
WG-10 mechanics at this level are knowledgeable of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other non-mechanical systems which have a functional relationship and effect on the operation of mechanical systems
Mechanics at this level possess a thorough knowledge of hydraulic systems and their controls
At this level, mechanics have basic electronic knowledge sufficient to identify and replace defective component