Small Arms Repairer

As a SMALL ARMS REPAIRER WGyou will disassemble weapons assemblies subassemblies and other components. Examine for defects misalignment and malfunctions. Replace barrels firing pins springs trigger mechanisms shell ejectors and other parts/assemblies. Modify small weapons by replacing worn or obsolete parts. Perform accurization of national match weapons on a limited basis which includes selecting fitting and altering parts. Perform overhaul maintenance and repair on a variety of small arms. Diagnose and identify mechanical deficiencies/ malfunctions of weapons. Use micrometer to measure altered tolerances and make additional adjustments as required. Use pre-set specifications to ensure that critical operating tolerances are met. Test fire weapons to ensure that they meet desired performance requirements. Responsible for accountability storage and security of arms and other sensitive items while they are kept for repair. May serve as a commodity inspector during Command Maintenance Management evaluations (COMET) or as a member of a Maintenance Assistance Instruction Team (MAIT). Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDDon file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the Casey Carmichael via email for additional information .

Military Grades: E3 - E7

RANK REQUIREMENT:
Member must provide in writing with their application package that they are willing to accept a reduction in rank in order to be qualified for this position if applicable. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
You must maintain membership in the Kentucky National Guard.
You must be assigned to a compatible military position.
Wear of the military uniform.
Position may require a pre-employment physical.
May be subject to furlough actions.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Must obtain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate a military bonus.
Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
This position is located on a tobacco free facility.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:
Experience reading and interpreting instructions repair manual specifications and drawings. Experience using testing devices measuring instruments hand tools and equipment.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have 18 months experience repairing overhauling and rebuilding small arms. Experience inspecting small arms to diagnose malfunctions wear and/or damage. Experience performing accurization procedures on weapons to improve their performance. Experience applying technical manuals regulations specifications and drawings to determine operation assembly and tolerances of weapons. Experience using and maintaining hand/power tools and gages (such as drills files gages measuring tools etc.)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates work schedule and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Also make sure the applicants name is on every document submitted otherwise it will NOT be considered.