General Mechanic

Overview

Under general supervision, a General Mechanic performs journey-level work at a skilled and semiskilled level in a combination of trades in the repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment. A General Mechanic may also perform journey-level work in a specific trade with additional qualifications and certification requirements as noted in a job announcement. Incumbents frequently supervise others in maintenance, repair, installation and construction activities.

Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel. The General Mechanic is expected to have knowledge and skills in a wide array of facilities operations and motor equipment, electrical, building and mechanical trades.

Building trades include carpentry, roofing, and locksmith skills; mechanical trades include maintenance and repair of plumbing, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems. The position performs responsibilities in accordance with all statutory, agency and labor contract requirements and, where applicable, in accordance with National Guard Bureau (NGB) standards. The services performed vary by position, with one common responsibility: performing a variety of skilled and semiskilled maintenance, repair, installation and construction tasks in the mechanical, building, motor equipment and electrical trades.

• Work from verbal or written descriptions or from drawings or sketches to design, plan, layout and complete a variety of general trades projects.
• Monitor and inspect work in progress and upon completion to ensure compliance with guidelines, codes and regulations, proper use of materials and equipment, and adherence to schedules.
• Knowledge of general shop and trades equipment and machinery.
• Assist with determining facility and grounds maintenance needs and make recommendations for repair, correction or resolution.
• May draw rough sketches or prepare plans to scale from verbal or written instructions to accomplish a project.
• Review in-house work requests, and visit jobsite to determine materials needed to complete projects.
• May conduct inspections of the facility to determine maintenance needs and recommend priorities for repair based on the nature of the maintenance problem.
• Provide supervisor with recommendations for the type, quantity and quality of materials needed to accomplish a project.
• Provide verbal instruction and/or demonstrate proper trade techniques and the proper use of tools and equipment.
• May be required to complete Purchase Order (PO) and Purchase Requisition documentation.
• As required, assemble materials, tools and equipment; may track inventory and control the distribution of tools and equipment.
• May perform supervisory duties at assigned facilities and may fill in for a supervisor during absences.
• Assist in the preparation and input for written performance evaluations of subordinate employees.
• May perform routine semiskilled maintenance and repair in other trades (e.g., plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry).
• Work independently with minimal supervision or with other individuals in a project/team setting in accordance with supervisory guidance.
• Assist with repairs and upkeep of facility structures and building systems from foundation to roof; interior and exterior.
• Perform general grounds maintenance tasks (e.g., clearing sites, mowing lawns, maintaining roads and sidewalks, snow and ice removal, trash collection/pick-up).
• When applicable, assist with Non-military Use Program (NMU) requirements.
• Periodic overtime may be required, especially during winter months.
• Performs other job duties as assigned and may provide assistance at other DMNA facilities to meet operational needs.

• Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local codes, standards, rules and regulations for the trade or trades assigned.
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the trade or trades assigned.
• Ability to operate and maintain assigned tools, machinery and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Working knowledge of skilled and semi-skilled trades.
• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to train others in trade skills and tasks to complete assigned projects.
• Ability to plan and schedule work, including determining staff, equipment, and supplies needed.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to supervise effectively and fill in for Supervisor when necessary to meet operational needs.
• Ability to work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods of time.
• Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel.
• Ability to analyze project needs and communicate to supervisor.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and a variety of construction equipment.
• Ability to perform routine repairs and maintenance on equipment and facility structures.
• Ability to make standard arithmetic computations to determine material quantities and labor required.
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