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Position Description # D1562P01 POSITION DUTIES: This position is located in the Vehicle Maintenance Section of an ANG Combat Communications unit, and works under the direction of a WG-5823-11 Automotive Mechanic. This is an Air National Guard (ANG) Dual Status Technician position requiring military membership, compatible military skill assignment, and classification.
The purpose of this position is to maintain, repair, and modify various types of motor vehicles, both gasoline and diesel powered, to include heavy and low speed operated vehicles. MAJOR DUTIES: 1. Inspects general condition of gasoline and diesel powered vehicles to determine overall vehicle condition, cause of malfunction or need for repair. Diagnoses malfunctions by visual or auditory examination methods.
Uses complex test equipment such as engine analyzers, compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters and pressure gauges to determine exact nature or extent of repairs or adjustments necessary. Isolates malfunction cause using systematic vehicle analysis.
Troubleshoots, inspects, tests and analyzes vehicle computer/electrical control systems, mechanical and hydraulic systems, lubricating, cooling, air conditioning and exhaust systems, engine electrical systems, engine fuel-air systems, electronic/pneumatic controlled automatic transmission and differentials, power dividers, power trains, brakes, steering and suspension systems.
Operates general and special purpose vehicles, base maintenance and materials handling equipment, as required to support the unit mission. 2. Performs required repair of gasoline and diesel powered vehicles as assigned, using independent judgment and own initiative on the repair work. Performs Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) including scheduled and special inspections.
Determines when and how far major components should be torn down; what parts and mechanisms can be reworked, refitted, or replaced with new parts and the type, extent and alignment required, using technical orders, commercial manuals or local directives. Removes, rebuilds, repairs, replaces vehicle system components.
Adjusts and overhauls engine mechanical systems, state of the art systems, electrical, air conditioning, fuel-air, emission control, power trains, gear reduction systems, electronic/pneumatic controlled automatic transmissions, differentials, power dividers and brakes, steering and suspension system components. Performs operational driving tests to determine serviceability. 3. Performs body repair and corrosion control; repaints and refinishes surfaces as required.
Repairs and/or replaces body parts, locks, glass, etc., and determines if additional repairs are required. Uses welding equipment, power tools, hand tools and other specialized equipment. Cleans, tests and repairs radiators/oil coolers and associated parts. Incumbent replaces or repairs tires and tubes and balances wheels. 4. Prepares, maintains and submits maintenance work orders for man-hour and data collection accounting.
Records work performed or delayed and parts or maintenance required. Assists in review and maintenance of technical orders, operating instructions, commercial publications, Major Command (MAJCOM) and local publications, as well as other pertinent directives. Assists in establishing and maintaining adequate bench and special stock support levels and appropriate tools and equipment. Uses and maintains shop equipment.
Researches or assists in requisitioning materials, parts and equipment necessary to perform the vehicle maintenance/management mission. 5. Participates as On-the-Job Training (OJT) instructor in the vehicle maintenance area. Conducts instructional classes on methods and procedures of operation and maintenance concerning all aspects of vehicles and assigned shop maintenance support equipment.
Evaluates effectiveness of instruction, maintains individual and section training and qualification records in the Air Force automated information system (AIS) of record. Plans and schedules tasks and training activities for drill status guard members. Trains assigned drill status guardsmen on the maintenance, repair, and modification of various types of motor vehicles, both gasoline and diesel powered.
Develops, establishes and maintains work center training programs to train drill status guard members in mission critical tasks. Conducts unit wide training in environmental issues including Hazardous Communication (HAZCOM), Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) and other environmental related areas. Carries out various duties in support of mobilization readiness of section assigned personnel and equipment.
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. 6. Performs other duties as assigned.
If you wish to qualify for this position based on your education, you must submit a copy of your college transcripts (official or unofficial) or proof of degree with your application package. Failure to provide supporting educational documentation at the time of application will result in an ineligible rating.
bradley.morris.4@us.af.mil · 304-341-6223
This position is with Air National Guard Units, Department of the Air Force.
The posted pay range is $30.98 – $36.16/hr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-09.
This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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