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Summary
This job opportunity is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER position, position description D1193000, within the ((ALL) FMS-CSMS-UTES SHOPS)) of the New Jersey National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 32, Excepted Service position.
The purpose of this position is to perform limited diagnosis, routine repairs, and maintenance on combat, tactical, commercial, and special purpose vehicles and equipment. May assist higher graded mechanics in the performance of maintenance duties.
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Duties
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As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER, WG-5801-08 you may be expected to accomplish the following:

• Perform limited diagnosis, routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles
• Perform limited diagnoses to determine the cause of mechanical failures by means of visual and auditory checks
• Independently perform routine repairs and maintenance functions in remote locations
• Conduct limited readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity
• Maintain supply documents, receipts, and inventory

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Conditions of employment
Areas of Consideration:

• All New Jersey National Guard members (M-Day, Traditional, and Drill-Status Guardsmen)
• Individuals eligible for membership in the New Jersey ARMY National Guard

Military Grades: E-1 to E-6
Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Compatible Military Assignments
Appointments may require the selected candidate to be assigned to a *military unit* compatible with the full-time Military Technician (Dual Status) position.
*Military Unit* The unit by which the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee; or a unit that the individual is employed as a Military Technician (Dual Status) employee to support. (Guidance established by NJ HRO-J1)
Additional Requirements

• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
• Appointment is contingent upon Federal suitability review and background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license

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:
At least 12 months experience or training in the following areas:

• Use of common hand and power tools and a small variety of test and measurement devices to make mechanical repairs
• Removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing a variety of parts, components, and accessories
• Demonstrating a basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to vehicles; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments
• Demonstrating an understanding of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships
• Reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics

Education
There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement
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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Salary may be based on actual work location.
This is an open continuous announcement used to create a standing register of qualified candidates to fill [Job Title] positions as they become vacant at multiple locations. This announcement will remain open until all positions are filled
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete application package. In addition to your resume and other required documents, you must submit a separate document listing your preferred locations in ranked order. You may title this document 'Location Preferences.' Applications that do not include this document may not receive full consideration.
For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.
NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour
"Our agency supports the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) policies on labor relations, ensuring that all dual status T-32 technicians can engage with authorized union representation if they choose to do so."
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.