A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( LockA locked padlock ) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.MENUFind your federal government jobKeywordsLocation or RemoteSearchMobile Equipment ServicerDepartment of the ArmyU.S. Army Reserve Command81st Readiness DivisionPrintShareSaveSummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.About the Position: This is a military technician position with the 81st Readiness Division, Equipment Concentration Site 17, Storage Branch located at Fort Polk, Louisiana.SummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.About the Position: This is a military technician position with the 81st Readiness Division, Equipment Concentration Site 17, Storage Branch located at Fort Polk, Louisiana.OverviewOpen & closing dates08/12/2025 to 11/12/2025 Salary$25.19 to - $29.39 per hour Pay scale & gradeWG 6LocationFew vacancies in the following location:Fort Polk, LARemote jobNo Telework eligibleNo Travel RequiredOccasional travel - The business travel requirement is 5%. Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-Relocation costs may be paid if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government. Appointment typePermanent Work scheduleFull-time ServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series) Supervisory statusNo Security clearanceDrug testYes Financial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberSDDE257945340756HWSR2 Control number843057200This job is open toDuties
Replacing automotive parts.
Operating motor vehicles to pick up and transport supplies.
Taking oil samples.
Maintaining warehousing reports.
Loading and unloading shipments.
Completing preventative maintenance on a variety of automotive, heavy mobile and powered support Equipment.
RequirementsConditions of employment
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP AS A SOLDIER IN THE U.S. ARMY RESERVE (USAR).
This position requires a Personnel Security Investigation.
This position requires a Class A CDL within 180 days of employment.
This position requires a medical examination prior to employment.
This position is subject to Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.
QualificationsThis position requires an active membership as a Soldier in the Army Reserve before a start date can be set. To learn more about minimum qualifications to join the Army Reserve, visitPOSITION IS ANNOUNCED AS A STANDING REGISTER (OPEN CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT): First cutoff date to evaluate candidates will be August 26, 2025, at 11:59 PM. Application packages received after this date will be evaluated at a future cutoff date to be determined based on the needs of the agency. Application packages must be complete at the time referral certificates are issued. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement.Who May Apply: US CitizensExperience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Mobile Equipment Servicer ~ without more than normal supervision. To meet the screen out element, applicants should document experience or show the ability to do the following: Working within a shop environment and assisting with the accomplishment of tasks, such as servicing automotive equipment. Generally, works under supervision, but is capable of accomplishing deadlines and priorities made by higher levels of supervision. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
Physical Effort: Performs work on hard surfaces and in work areas that require the worker to stand, stoop, bend, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. May be required to work at a rapid pace for long periods of time. Moderate physical effort is used in operating hand and foot controls when driving, turning, stopping and starting the forklifts and motor vehicles and in raising, lowering and tilting the forklift loads. Frequently lifts and carries supplies, material and equipment weighing up to 50.
Working Conditions: Works inside in areas that are cold, damp, drafty or poorly lighted and ventilated. May work in adverse weather in such outside areas as open docks and storage yards. Is exposed to the possibility of serious accidents while operating the forklifts and motor vehicles. Is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, and bruises.
EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional information
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
information sheet. * This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Salary is based on the local prevailing rate.
When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
for more information. * Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
New Army Reserve Military Technicians may be authorized moving expenses to their first official duty station. To be eligible to receive moving expenses, you must be a newly appointed Federal civilian employee or have a minimum of a 3-day break in service from previous Federal civilian employment.
Expand Hide additional informationCandidates 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.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
