SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER - TITLE 32 Job in Frankfort, KY

Vacancy No. KY-12696934-AR-25-080 Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $31.11 to $36.33 Grade 10 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/19/2025 Close Date 3/11/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Frankfort, KY


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER - TITLE 32, Position Description Number PDD1287000 and is part of the KY FMS 5, National Guard.

***NOTE: Current on-board applicants (AREA 1, Title 32 employees) will retain current tenure and be temporarily promoted or reassigned, all others will be hired with indefinite tenure.***

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to: Area 1B - All current federal employees/technicians within Kentucky Army National Guard (T32 and T5, with permanent, conditional, or indefinite tenure with current Kentucky Army National Guard membership)

Duties

As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER - TITLE 32, WL-5801-10, you will assign work orders and tasks to workers on the basis of individuals' knowledge, skills, and abilities and the supervisor's instruction. Check work in progress and when finished for compliance with supervisor's instructions, work orders, and established shop procedures. Answer workers' questions regarding procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives. Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and major repair on equipment/vehicles. Troubleshoot equipment/systems and diagnose difficult performance problems and the cause of mechanical failures. Remove and disassemble engines and systems. Independently perform repairs and maintenance functions with little or no supervision in remote locations. Provide technical guidance and specialized team leadership to lower grade employees within the team. Assist lower grade mechanics in performing major repair work on interconnected complex systems. Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD1287000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Sectionvia email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technician-staffing@army.mil.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Military Grades: E7 (SFC) - WOC

This will include service members with an approved pre-determination packet and proponent letter by advertisement close date (must submit a copy of approved packet and letter for verification).

***NOTE: If selected, Warrant Officer Candidate (WOC) Eligible candidates must complete WO Course and be placed into a WO position within 24 months of selection, as a condition of employment, or be subject to removal from the position.

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.
Position may require a pre-employment physical.
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 located on a tobacco free facility.
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.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:
Experience that has provided the candidate with sufficient knowledge to complete the work of this occupational series. Ability to lead other technicians performing duties by this occupational series.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have 24 months experience diagnosing, repairing, overhauling, and modifying vehicles, equipment, and systems. Experience applying independent judgment in determining methods and techniques required to solve maintenance and repair problems. Experience in testing, inspecting, and evaluating the work performed on vehicles, equipment and systems. Experience planning, organizing, and leading the work of others in fields directly related the repair function of this occupational series. Must have the ability to perform administrative functions. Experience reading and interpreting technical publications used in the repair of supported equipment. The ability to provide guidance to others in work related directly to this occupational series.

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, position description or others' resumes. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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).

Benefits

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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 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 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 Do The Work Of The position Without More Than Normal Supervision, Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading), Ability To Lead or Supervise, Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment, and Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) of employment and duties performed.

2. Other supporting documents: No other documents required.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12696934

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

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Agency contact information

Joseph Roland
Address
KY FMS 5
100 MINUTEMAN PARKWAY
FRANKFORT, KY 40601
US

Next steps

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.


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