Clarification from the agency

New Jersey Army National Guard

As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC INSPECTOR, WG-5801-11, you will:

• Inspects a large variety of heavy-duty mobile equipment
• Inspects complex, interrelated mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic and electrical systems, equipment and their components while in operation or in a standby condition
• Prepare lists of needed repairs, parts, and man-hours authorized.
• Inspects and performs tests to braking, steering, and differential systems
• Inspects equipment to determine repairs needed
• Ability to inspect complex, interrelated mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic and electrical systems, equipment and their components while in operation or in a standby condition.
• Prepares lists of needed repairs, parts, and man-hours authorized.
• Recommends to a higher echelon to condemn equipment when the repair costs exceed the established MEL
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. 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. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

• National Guard Membership is required
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
• 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 probationary period

Areas of Consideration:
Areas III: All Title 32 Employees within the New Jersey Army National


Military Grades: Enlisted - E-5 to E-7


PRE-PLACEMENT PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: A pre-placement physical will be required for anyone selected for this position. Placement into the position will not be made until results are received.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience or training which demonstrates knowledge of equipment to be able to do routine jobs, simple preventative maintenance tasks, and is able to use common tools and equipment in the line of work.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 18 months experience in the following:

• 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, special purpose vehicles, and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose, repair, overhaul, and modify interconnected complex systems on a variety of combat, tactical, commercial, 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.

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 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 Inspect, Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading), Ability To Lead or Supervise, Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., and Trouble Shooting

Please read these instructions carefully before submitting your application. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date/time of this vacancy announcement will result in disqualification. Please review your application thoroughly prior to final submission to ensure all required documents are included. Uploading documents to USAJOBS does not automatically ensure their inclusion with your application in our system. You must verify that all documents are present within your application package before submitting.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, including the following:

1. Resume: Your resume may not exceed two pages and must include:

• Your full name, current address, civilian email address, and telephone number.

• Detailed work history, including job title, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, dates of employment (MM/YY), hours worked per week, and a comprehensive description of your duties and accomplishments.

• Evidence supporting your eligibility and qualification claims. You are required to document this information within your resume.

• If qualifying based on related unpaid experience (e.g., volunteer service), provide hours worked per week and beginning/ending dates (MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY).

• For Federal service, include the series and grade of each position held.

• Please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information to allow for a qualification determination.

Example:

$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010 - July 2019 or January 2006 - Present… followed by a detailed description of your experience and qualifications.

Important Notes Regarding Resumes:

• Incomplete resumes will not be considered.

• If you submit multiple resumes, only the most recently uploaded resume will be reviewed.

• Do not copy and paste the job description or qualifications into your resume. Doing so will result in disqualification for plagiarism.

2. SF50 (if applicable): Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent (non-award) SF50. The SF-50 must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time-in-grade.

3. Proof of Required Credentials (if applicable): Submit proof of certification, license, clearance certificate, SRB, ORB, RIP, and unofficial transcripts (with credit hours and degree completion status) for all requisite certification requirements as outlined in this job opportunity announcement. If you are in the military (any service or component), you must submit proof (separate from your resume) verifying your current membership and rank/grade.

4. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable): Submit supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims, such as DD-214, SF-15, and medical information.

• Important: If claiming Veterans' Preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of your preference.

  • 10-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference," plus required supporting documentation.

  • 5-Point Veterans' Preference: Submit a copy of your DD-214, including Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). Active duty personnel may submit a certification from their branch of service confirming expected discharge/release under honorable conditions within 120 days, including terminal leave start date, rank, and dates of service.

Resources for Veterans' Preference:

• https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/#content

• https://www.dol.gov/elaws/vets/

Important Reminders:

• It is your responsibility to verify that all information and documents are received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You can verify document processing prior to the announcement closing. Allow up to one hour for virus scans.

• Human Resources will not modify, change, or add anything to your application packet after the closing date.

• Human Resources will not disclose your qualification status.

• Incomplete application packages will not be considered.

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