Army National Guard Units
SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER (D1288000)
Department of the Army · Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
- Salary
- $28.60 - $33.36 per hour
- Pay grade
- WL-11
- Schedule
- Full-time
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Opened
- Oct 29, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 12, 2026
- Remote
- No
- Telework eligible
- No
- Security clearance
- Secret
- Promotion potential
- None
- Announcement
- PR-13103814-AR-26-089
Who may apply: Competitive service · Excepted service · Internal to an agency · National Guard and reserves · Open to the public
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Summary
PUERTO RICO NATIONAL GUARD ARMY TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT DUTY LOCATION: Field Maintenance Shop 5 (FMS#5), Mayaguez, PR
Duties
- This position requires military membership in the Puerto Rico Army National Guard (PRARNG).
- Selected applicant(s) will be required to complete an online Onboarding process.
Qualifications
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This position requires military membership in the Puerto Rico Army National Guard (PRARNG). If you are not a military member of the PRARNG (i.e., Airman, civilian, active-duty Soldier, prior service, guard member from another state, reservist, IRR, State Guard, etc.), you must contact the Recruiting and Retention (R&R) Office at (787) 289-1400 extension 2015 or 2008 and request the PRARNG Military Basic Requirements (MBR) Certification. If the MBR certification is not submitted, or you do not meet the requirements to be a member of the PRARNG, your application will not be screened. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: HRO MUST process and clear the Department of Defense (DoD), Priority Placement Program (PPP), prior to advertising all internal and external job vacancies and promotion announcements. AREA 1 = All permanent Technician Warrant Officers and Enlisted members employee (NG T32/NG T5) within Puerto Rico Army National Guard. AREA 2 = All indefinite Technician Warrant Officers and Enlisted members employee (NG T32/NG T5) within Puerto Rico Army National Guard. AREA 3 = Warrant Officers and Enlisted currently serving members of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard. AREA 4 = Warrant Officers and Enlisted Prior (former) members of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard. AREA 6 = Applicants who meet all requirements to become Warrant Officers and Enlisted of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard. (If the MBR certification is not submitted, your application will not be screened). First round consideration will be given to Area 1 Candidates. (All other Areas will be screened only in the event that there are no qualified or recommended Candidates) To prevent a grade inversion, military rank allowed for this position will be determined at the final evaluation of the vacancy announcement considering the military rank of the supervisor. Acceptance of any military technician position may cause the termination of entitlements and eligibility for all military bonuses and student loan repayments. For further information you must contact the appropriate military Education Office. DUTIES: As a SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC LEADER (D1288000),WL-5801-11, you will serve as a working leader of three or more Surface Maintenance Mechanics, WG-5801-11. Performs mechanic duties such as maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, inspection, and/or overhaul of a variety of complex combat, tactical, commercial, and special purpose vehicles and equipment having complicated mechanical and non-mechanical systems with a variety of interconnected systems. Provides technical guidance and specialized team leadership to lower grade employees. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods. There is frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing, and crouching; or working on top of, under, and in tight compartments or cramped or awkward positions. Performs strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting. Frequently lifts and carries items, unassisted, weighing up to 40 pounds; and often exerts similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning parts, assemblies, and equipment. Frequently lifts and moves heavier items with the assistance of other workers or with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists, and cranes. May be required to work from ladders or work platforms at varying heights. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed both inside and outside. When inside, the incumbent is frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above. When outside, the incumbent is exposed to bad weather, in mud or snow, and in wet or icy areas. The incumbent is frequently exposed to irritations or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and hard damp floors or ground. Typically works on parts and systems, which are dirty, oily, or greasy. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, burns, bruises, and sprains while repairing, positioning, and moving equipment. Often exposed to the p…
Education
There are NO educational requirements for this position at this time.
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