Surface Maintenance Repairer (T32)

Department of the Army

Montgomery, Alabama Full-time $25 – $30 Closes Aug 6, 2026

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32), Position Description Number D1193000 and is part of the AL CSMS 1, National Guard. ORGANIZATION: CSMS 1, MONTGOMERY, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: MAJ R. JONES

Duties

  • (1) Performs limited diagnosis, routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical and automotive vehicles.
  • Assists higher graded mechanics in the repair and/or overhaul of major systems to include internal combustion engines, turbine engines, automatic and non-automatic transmissions, heavy duty drive line systems, and hydraulic utility systems and controls.
  • Makes routine repairs that can be accomplished by removing, adjusting, or replacing defective or worn parts and components.
  • Performs work in accordance with technical manuals, lubrication orders, maintenance bulletins, regulations or management policies. (2)
  • Performs limited diagnoses to determine the cause of mechanical failures by means of visual and auditory checks and/or uses basic test equipment such as compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters and pressure gauges.
  • Determines when parts should be cleaned, adjusted or replaced with standard parts to complete work orders. (3)
  • Removes, replaces, adjusts, cleans and installs parts and components such as wheel seals, switches, sensors, fuel pumps, water pumps, power steering pumps, brakes, filters, radiators, bearings, springs, shock absorbers, wheel cylinders, starter motors, mufflers, battery cables, and other items of similar complexity. (4)
  • Independently performs routine repairs and maintenance functions in remote locations that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, reinstalling, or replacing defective parts of components and systems using standard parts.
  • Receives guidance and instruction from a higher graded mechanic or supervisor to perform non-routine and more complex repairs on portions of major assemblies and/or systems.
  • May provide field maintenance at unit locations as part of a "contact team".
  • Recovers and evacuates inoperable vehicles from the unit location of breakdown. (5) Conducts limited readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity.
  • Performs Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) and ensures vehicles and equipment are properly serviced, including brake adjustments, replacing hydraulic fluids, greasing, cleaning, etc.
  • Performs other preventive maintenance operations as required to ensure that equipment is functioning properly. (6)
  • May perform routine maintenance and limited repairs on basic communication equipment such as radios, field telephones, amplifiers, switchboards, recorders, intercoms by removing and replacing components and elements.
  • Performs minor body and fender, or other metal repairs, using peening hammers, dollies and limited welding.
  • Performs limited repairs and routine maintenance on small arms and accessory equipment by replacing worn or damaged parts.
  • Makes minor repairs to canvas and leather items using bonding/sealing compounds and hand tools such as awls, canvas needles etc. (7) In conjunction with or in the absence of the Tools and Parts Attendant, may maintain supply documentation,
  • And the receipt, store, issue, and inventory of tools and parts used in the trades operation. (8)
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION IS NOT CONSIDERED FOR WAGE GRADE POSITIONS.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. 2. Other supporting documents: SF-50s and DD 214s are recommended, but not required.

About this role

The SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32) position and is based in Montgomery, Alabama. THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

Day to day, the work involves (1) Performs limited diagnosis, routine repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical and automotive vehicles. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.

Who should apply

Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what the federal skilled trades experience this SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32) position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32) position in Montgomery, Alabama, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

Competitiveness for this SURFACE MAINTENANCE REPAIRER (T32) role depends mainly on how closely applicants match the stated qualifications. Based in Montgomery, Alabama, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings.

This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.

Job Details

Department Department of the Army
Job Type Full-time
Location Montgomery, Alabama
Salary $25 – $30
Pay Period Per Hour
Closing Date Aug 6, 2026
Posted Jul 7, 2026
Source ID AL-13001155-AR-26-188
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