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Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command
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Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base Facilities and Major Range and Test Facilities Base, NDAA 1125 (a) and (c).

About the Position: This position is with the Joint Munitions Command located at Letterkenny Army Depot. Performs a full range of maintenance processes such as disassembly, repair, overhaul, modification, alignment, diagnosis, and testing.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open date: 12/16/2025
Closed date: 12/26/2025
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$34.36 - $40.14 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
Yes
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
MCGL-26-12849033-DHA
Control number
852454800

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Duties

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  • Disassembles equipment by disconnecting and removing units such as engines, transmissions, final drives, and various other assemblies and components.
  • Determines work methods to be used in disassembling equipment.
  • Reconditions equipment by replacing/overhauling parts, components, parts and major assemblies which entails the installation, hook up and connection of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems, and final adjustments.
  • Performs diagnostic and test functions in determining equipment serviceability, in tracing and locating defects, and in determining cause of malfunctions.
  • Uses precision test equipment such as vacuum gages voltmeters, ohmmeters, micrometers and related special tools.
  • Works with equipment specialists and area supervisors to fuel assets that are not easily transported or have access to a permanent fuel point.
  • Operates fuel truck in various on and offroad situations and dispense fuel as needed.
  • Uses trucks to deliver supplies, large equipment, and trash dumpsters/roll-offs.
  • Transports government owned vehicles to/from commercial repair and service providers as needed.
  • Assembles heavy duty hydraulic systems; determines component serviceability; disassembles, inspects, repairs and assembles components, and road tests, and troubleshoots as needed.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Position requires a pre-employment physical and thereafter.
  • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. CDL is required within 120 days of employment.
  • TDY travel is occasionally required.
  • This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are not eligible for the position.
  • Position requires to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance Level as a condition of employment.
  • Must successfully complete a pre-appointment drug test prior to being placed into this position and periodically thereafter.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. which includes rebuilding, overhauling, tearing down, reassembling, repairing and/or modifying a wide range of types and sizes of heavy mobile equipment. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • PHYSICAL EFFORT - Work is performed in a variety of positions which are uncomfortable, awkward, and tiring. Work also involves a considerable amount of bending, stretching, climbing, and stooping, either under or on vehicles. Frequently lifts and handles parts and equipment up to 40 pounds. Heavier items are moved/lifted with overhead hoists, cranes, forklifts or assistance from other workers. Must be able to fuel vehicles by operating standard fueling equipment as found on industry standard refueling tankers. Frequently will drag hoses in excess of 75' to reach equipment to be fueled.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS - Works inside where there is frequent exposure to drafts, changing temperatures, dust, fumes, dirt, oil, and grease while standing on hard surfaces. Frequently works outside with the possibility of exposure to adverse weather conditions such as temperature extremes, rain, and snow. There is frequent exposure to cuts, burns, bruises, shocks, and strains and the possibility of skin irritation from vehicle fluids.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Material Maintenance Management Career Field position.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • NFFE 1442

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.

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, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command

Looking to make a difference? Join our team!

Army Materiel Command (AMC) is the Army's primary logistics and sustainment command, responsible for managing the global supply chain and ensuring installation and materiel readiness across the Total Force.

AMC is one of the Army's largest commands with nearly 165,000 military, Army Civilian and contractor employees, impacting all 50 states and more than 150 countries. Since 1962, AMC has played a significant role in supplying our forces during wars, conflicts and contingencies, and providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief. From managing the Army's global supply chain to providing quality of life programs for Soldiers and families; from providing financial management and contracting capabilities to leading the way in data analytics, AMC's missions are wide ranging and critical.

The U.S. Army, Joint Munitions Command (JMC) is a subordinate command to one of four major Army Commands, AMC. JMC provides precise and predictive conventional munitions sustainment and life cycle management to an expeditionary global force from 17 arsenals, depots and ammo plants across the spectrum of conflict.

Learn more about the Joint Munitions Command at https://www.jmc.army.mil. Shaping Warfighter Munitions for the Future Fight!

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
GL-W39Z02 US ARMY JMC LETTERKENNY MUNITIONS CTR
DO NOT MAIL
Chambersburg, PA 17201
US

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