Department of the Army

EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST (BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT) (TITLE 32)

Smyrna, Tennessee Full time

EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST (BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT) (TITLE 32)

Department: Department of the Army

Location(s): Smyrna, Tennessee

Salary Range: $88621 - $115213 Per Year

Job Summary: THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST (BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number NGD2894000 and is part of the TN ARMY National Guard. This vacancy is covered by Association of Civilian Technicians (ACT), Chapter 103 (Volunteer Chapter).

Major Duties:

  • As an EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST (BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT), GS-1670-12, you will revise preventative maintenance and calibration cycles based on Army guidance, regulations, manufacturers' literature, and local conditions. Monitor equipment life-cycles. Assist with the out shipment of medical devices for deployment and reconstitution of assets when returned. Serve as the automated maintenance system manager for the maintenance operation to include all data files and reports that pertain to medical maintenance services and equipment readiness within the area of responsibility. Focuses on quality issues in all aspects of biomedical equipment maintenance processes and maintenance shop operations concurrent with an effective quality management program, i.e. ISO 9001, etc. Develop and update standard operating procedures, system level procedures and work instructions as required, and explains work requirements, methods, policies, and procedures. Perform a variety of quality assurance functions in support of the medical equipment maintenance operation and mission. Repair electronic, pneumatic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical medical equipment to include troubleshooting, identifying source of problem(s), and replacement of defective printed circuit board(s), discrete component(s) or other parts as appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Military Grades: WO1 through CW4 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 36 months specialized experience, education, or training of a comprehensive range of maintenance management policies and practices regarding remedial maintenance, scheduled services, equipment classification, technical inspections for issue/turn-in, equipment accountability, and related administrative and supply management practices; experience of analog and digital circuit theory, pneumatics, hydraulics, optics, opto-electronics, electro-mechanics, and all associated terminology and symbolism in order to identify and repair medical equipment failures, to perform medical equipment incoming and PM inspections, and to design new devices or implement medical equipment modifications/interfaces; experience of the operation and application of standard and special purpose Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment in order to troubleshoot and repair medical equipment failures, to perform medical equipment preventive maintenance and calibration services, and to perform remedial maintenance of medical equipment; experience, knowledge and ability to interpret and relate federal, Army, state, and local standards and regulatory requirements associated with medical equipment maintenance, maintenance shop operation, and local environment; and knowledge of automated data processing systems to include a well-informed practical knowledge of Army property accounting and maintenance database systems.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12846699 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-20