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SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

Department of the Army
Army National Guard Units
NDNG- Unit Training Equipment Site (UTES)

Summary

THIS IS A NORTH DAKOTA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This ND National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC SUPERVISOR, Position Description Number D1290000 and is part of the ND UTES, National Guard.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/05/2026 to 05/15/2026
Salary
$49.15 - $57.33 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WS 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Devils Lake, ND
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
Temporary promotion - This is a temporary backfill while incumbent is on military orders; expected not to exceed 18 March 2028.
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
10
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
ND-12933977-AR-26-006 (T32)
Control number
867949600

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to current NDARNG Federal Employees. (AOC I)

Duties

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As a Surface Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor, you will supervise workers directly or through subordinate leaders and/or supervisors in accomplishing work of the function. Plan work operations of great scope, complexity, and administrative authority. Determine the sequence, priority, and time for performance of operations within the limits of broad work schedules and time limits.

  • Establishes deadlines, priorities, and work sequences, and plans work assignments based on general work schedules, methods, and policies set by the supervisor.
  • Coordinates work with supporting or related work functions controlled by other supervisors.
  • Investigates work related problems such as excessive costs or low productivity and determines causes.
  • Implements corrective actions within their authority to resolve work problems.
  • Determines training needs of subordinates and arranges for accomplishment.
  • Sets performance standards and makes formal appraisals of subordinate work performance.
  • Develops, publishes, and ensures employee compliance with standing operating procedures for the activity supervised.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the ND National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • 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 ND National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the ND Army 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.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • You must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
  • 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.
  • Irregular and/or compensatory hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.

Qualifications

PCS STATEMENT: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION.

NDNG Areas of Considerations (T32 Excepted Service)
**Area I: All onboard NDARNG Federal Employees (Tenure 1 & 2)
Area II: All onboard NDARNG Federal Employee (Tenure 3)
Area III: All NDNG military members
Area IV: All Military Members
Area V: All U.S. Citizens

MILITARY GRADES: Warrant Officer (WO1- CW4)
COMPATIBILE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: WOMOS-
913; 914; 915; 919; 920; 882; 948

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE
Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must demonstrate the ability to organize assignments for subordinates, estimate material and manpower needed for specific jobs; able to explain manuals and work procedures; and to prepare production records, work records and reports.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have at least 36 months of 1) Experience or training diagnosing, repairing, overhauling, and modifying more complex vehicles, equipment, and more complicated systems; 2) Experience which has provided a thorough knowledge of diagnostic equipment; 3) Experience applying independent judgment in determining methods and techniques required to solve unusually complex maintenance and repair problems; 4) Experienced in testing, inspecting, and evaluating the work performed on vehicles, equipment and systems. In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel; 5) Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines; 6) Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function; 7) 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: and 8) Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.

Education

To receive credit for education, you must provide supporting documentation of proof that you meet the education requirements for this position.

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).

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):

  • Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
  • Ability to Lead or Supervise

Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A ND 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!

Agency contact information

Katrina Mickelsen
Phone
(701) 333-3298
Fax
(701) 333-3372
Email
katrina.a.mickelsen.civ@army.mil

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