Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer Leader at U.S. Army Reserve Command – Baton Rouge, Louisiana

About the opportunity

This is a Military Technician position with the 81st Readiness Division, Area Maintenance Support Activity 97, located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The incumbent will perform complex repairs on heavy mobile equipment, commercial, combat, tactical, and automotive support vehicles. The role also involves leadership responsibilities such as passing on instructions from the shop supervisor, delegating immediate tasks, checking work in progress, and assisting lower-graded repairers or trainees. Active membership as a Soldier in the Army Reserve is required before a start date can be set.

Salary and benefits

• Hourly pay rate ranging from $37.66 to $43.94 per hour based on the local prevailing rate
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances and moving expenses may be authorized for newly appointed Federal civilian employees
• Recruitment, retention, and/or relocation incentives may be authorized
• Student loan repayment and advanced in-hire rate negotiations may be authorized
• Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service for annual leave accrual

Who can apply?

• Must be able to obtain and maintain active membership as a Soldier in the Army Reserve
• Must meet employment authority criteria such as current Department of Army Civilian Employees, Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan, Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act, Military Spouses under E.O. 13473, or Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
• Must demonstrate the ability to do the work of a Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer Leader and lead or supervise without more than normal supervision
• Must be a U.S. citizen and complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration if born after December 31, 1959

Required documents

• A resume of two pages or less that supports the specialized experience, including employer name, job title, start and end dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and a description of relevant duties
• Proof of eligibility to apply based on the selected employment authority
• Other optional supporting documents such as a cover letter or most recent performance appraisal, if applicable

When to apply

• Application opening date: October 24, 2026
• Application deadline: November 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

How to apply

• Log into your USAJOBS account and review the job announcement
• Complete the online questionnaire
• Prepare and upload a resume that is two pages or less
• Upload required documents and proof of employment authority eligibility
• Verify the complete application package and submit it through USAJOBS by the closing date

Additional information

• This position requires a one-year probationary period
• Direct deposit of pay is required
• Team leaders must comply with Army Civilian Education System (CES) course and timeline requirements, including completing the Foundation Course within one year of placement