Artillery Repairer

This position is located in the Joint Forces Headquarters-State Logistics Directorate (J-4) Surface Maintenance Facility. The primary purpose of this position is to perform maintenance repair and inspections on the electrical hydraulic and mechanical components on armored vehicle turrets.

Work involves repairing rebuilding and modifying mounted towed motorized or shipboard artillery. This work requires detailed knowledge of mechanical and a practical knowledge of hydraulic electrical and pneumatic systems; the ability to recognize improper operation locate the cause and determine best method of correcting defects; and the skill to fit and adjust parts and assemblies.

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is a Title 32 Technician Vacancy 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.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles candidates must have a valid state drivers license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION OPEN TO THE FOLLOWING AREA OF CONSIDERATION (AOC):

Area of Consideration: This position is open to Areas 1 and 2 Only.

Area 1: Current employees of the South Carolina Army National Guard (Tenure 1 and 2)
Area 2: Current members of the South Carolina Army National Guard
Area 3: Any individual eligible for membership in the South Carolina Army National Guard
* Priority consideration will be given to Area 1. Temporary and Indefinite employees do not meet permanent tenure requirements and are not eligible for Area 1.


MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to perform mechanical hydraulic electrical and pneumatic system operations. Experience demonstrating the ability to fit and adjust parts and assemblies.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Experience or training demonstrating a broad knowledge in repairing rebuilding modifying and testing mechanical electrical and hydraulic systems and major components of artillery systems. Experience in diagnosing malfunctions and determining needed repairs in artillery systems. Experience demonstrating the ability to inspect artillery systems. Experience which demonstrates the ability to develop test standards. Experience interpreting and applying drawings schematics blueprints diagrams and specifications.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES:

1. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

2. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

*4. Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.

5. The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements your organization and its changing mission.