Powered Support Systems Mechanic
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Job Location:
McConnell AFB, KS - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 33 - 38
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC Position Description Number Dand is part of the KS 184 Intelligence Wing Kansas Air National Guard.
As a Powered Support Systems Mechanic WGyou will install inspect troubleshoot repair modify and test various types of powered and non-powered ground support equipment air compressing ventilation refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Performs duties necessary to accomplish power production and heating and air conditioning functions and provide for customer services in support of equipment essential in the control of live aircraft for ACS daily operations training and readiness missions. Performs other duties as assigned.
Conditions of employment
- KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
- This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
- May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
- Incumbent must possess and maintain a current state drivers license.
- This position requires military membership compatible unit and Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) assignments and the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance level which is based on the position security access requirement.
Qualifications
Military Grades: E4 through E6
Compatible Military Assignments: 3EXXX *Must be willing and able to cross train into the compatible AFSC
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of mechanical maintenance work; ability to read and use technical manuals illustrations diagrams and schematics and skill in the use of equipment and hand tools used in troubleshooting testing and repairing equipment.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training must demonstrate a basic understanding of electrical hydraulic and pneumatic theory and the makeup and operation of the various individual systems and their interrelationships. Experience using a small variety of test and measurement devices. Experience removing adjusting replacing cleaning and installing a variety of parts components and accessories. Experience reading and interpreting technical manuals blueprints diagrams and schematics.
PHYSICAL EFFECTS: Requires moderate to strenuous physical exertion when standing stooping and bending. Routinely required to lift heavy objects weighting up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts items between 50 and 100 pounds with assistance.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Works indoors and outdoors. May work in inclement weather on icy wet hot and slippery ramps work stands ladders and in temperature and humidity extremes. Subject to the dangers of toxic fumes shock high noise level possible cuts abrasions and burns extremely low temperature cryogenic liquids and extremely high air pressures while repairing adjusting positioning or moving equipment.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( hired into this position may qualify for a recruiting or relocation incentive.
If you are currently receiving a military bonus prior to applying for or accepting a T32 Technician position please verify with your education/retention and services office to ensure your bonus will not be negatively affected.
Candidates 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.
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Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Air Brake
- Alignment
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Automotive Repair
- Maintenance
- Welding
- Hydraulics
- Equipment Repair
- Leadership Experience
