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SUPERVISOR HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (T32)

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units
143d LRS

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISOR HEAVY MOBILE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (T32), Position Description Number D2430000 and is part of the RI 143d Logistics Readiness Squadron. The purpose is to exercise technical and administrative supervision over subordinate supervisors, work leaders, and workers in accomplishing trades and labor work of the Vehicle Management Flight and to perform associated nonsupervisory work.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/29/2026 to 05/13/2026
Salary
$49.99 - $58.27 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WS 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
North Kingstown, RI
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Term - Indefinite
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
10
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
RI-12949772-RIANG-26-034
Control number
867254500

Duties

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Performs work planning responsibilities for the Vehicle Management Flight. Plans on a quarterly or longer basis the overall use of personnel and other resources. Determines resource requirements, materials, number of employees and the types of skill necessary to accomplish long range work schedules. Allocates resources and distributes work to organizational segments or groups under their control. Analyzes work plans developed by subordinate supervisors and work leaders and monitors the status of that work in relation to the overall schedule requirements, including unanticipated or emergency requirements. Coordinates changes that are not under the subordinate supervisor or work leader's control but would modify or deviate overall work schedules or affect the work operations supervised. Provides information and advice to higher level supervisors, management officials, and staff organizations on feasibility of work assignments, budget estimates, and workload data to assist in developing or reviewing proposed long-range schedules and work requirements. May participate with superiors in planning conferences and meetings.
Performs work direction responsibilities. Assigns and explains work requirements and operating instructions to subordinates and sets deadlines and establishes the sequence of work operations to be followed. Maintains balanced workloads by shifting assignments, workers, and other resources to achieve the most effective work operations. Reviews and analyzes work accomplishments, cost, and utilization of subordinates to evaluate work progress, control costs, and anticipate and avoid possible problems. Notes and investigates work related problems and independently implements corrective actions which can be taken without affecting work operations controlled by other supervisors. Participates with management officials and/or engineering personnel to develop qualitative and/or quantitative work standards. Evaluates work operations and reviews completed work and inspection reports to assure that standards are met. Coordinates work operations with the supervisors of other organizations and functions.
Performs administration responsibilities. Participates with the subordinate supervisors, work leader, and employees in the development of performance plans. Advises them in advance of performance expectations. Provides feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Appraises performance of subordinate employees in accordance with regulations. Rewards or uses corrective action, as needed, in performance management. Resolves grievances and complaints, keeping higher levels of management informed as to their disposition.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an EXCEPTED SERVICE position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Rhode Island Air National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
  • 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.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
  • 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.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
  • You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a state driver’s license.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADES:
E-4 through E-7
You must indicate your rank somewhere on your resume.

COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENT:
For Dual-Status Technician position service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.

Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to make repairs or the ability to assist with repairs that can be accomplished by removing, adjusting, or replacing defective or worn parts.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel. Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines. Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function. Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes. Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.

Education

N/A



Additional information

Persons appointed with Indefinite tenure may be separated when their services are no longer needed. Should the need for the Indefinite time limitations placed on this position no longer exist, the Indefinite appointment may potentially be converted to permanent action without further competition.
If an applicant from the Competitive Service is selected, he or she will have to convert to the Excepted Service.


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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).



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, 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):

- Plans and distributes work to subordinates on a weekly basis
- Explains work requirements
- Recommends individuals for vacancies, promotions or reassignments
- Counsels employees and adjusts informal complaints and grievances with workers and union representatives
- Maintains production reports and establishes performance standards

Air National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!


Persons appointed with Indefinite tenure may be separated when their services are no longer needed. Should the need for the Indefinite time limitations placed on this position no longer exist, the Indefinite appointment may potentially be converted to permanent action without further competition.
If an applicant from the Competitive Service is selected, he or she will have to convert to the Excepted Service.

Agency contact information

Natalia Lindgren
Phone
401-557-6109
Email
natalia.lindgren.civ@army.mil
Address
RI 143d Logistics Readiness Squadron
5 Airlift Lane
North Kingstown, RI 02852
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