This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/467783800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD
THIS POSITION IS RESTRICTED TO CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE 185TH AIR REFUELING WING, SIOUX CITY, IA.
This position is also announced as AGR 17-014AF
LOCATION: 185th Air Refueling Wing, Sioux City, IA.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY Friday, May 12, 2017 FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.
Learn more about this agency04/14/2017 to 05/12/2017
$23.15 - $27.12 per hour
WG 12
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - Mission & Training Requirements
No
Permanent - Excepted Service Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
IA17-088 (1936633)
467783800
Directs, monitors or performs overall maintenance, servicing, inspections and documentation for one or more aircraft. Work is performed in complex working conditions under time and/or mission constraints to include all weather and night operations. Works with, coordinates and oversees the work of subordinate aircraft mechanics. Coordinates and oversees the work of journey level workers in other trades working simultaneously on the assigned aircraft. Reviews, trains and prepares to perform battle damage assessment/repair. Participates in mission generation/regeneration operations. Directs multiple specialists in preparing aircraft for combat operations. Expedites aircraft operations to include concurrent servicing, hot pit refueling and/or combat turns or integrated combat turns. Performs preflight, postflight, thru flight, periodic, isochronal, phase, hourly and special inspections, as well as servicing, defueling, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Serves as the technical authority to advise on, inspect and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical/environmental, avionics, engine and pneudraulic repairs on assigned aircraft. Works closely with the production control function to report current aircraft status; requests and coordinates specialist support for accomplishing maintenance exceeding sortie generation capabilities or time constraints. Controls and performs work assignments based upon priorities, workload, availability of parts, facilities, material and personnel. Assigns maintenance and repair functions to subordinate mechanics. Coordinates with production control to direct short notice availability of the aircraft to accomplish work on delayed discrepancies and other scheduled maintenance to meet mission requirements. Observes and inspects performance and work procedures to insure compliance with applicable technical publications, directives and local policy. Ensures aircraft documentation and Maintenance Information Systems (MIS) accurately reflect the airworthiness of the Aircraft. Provides technical guidance and assistance to flight crews regarding observed discrepancies and experienced in-flight characteristics and system malfunctions. Performs or assists in aircrew debriefing when required. Performs in-process and final inspection of aircraft and components undergoing repair, overhaul and/or modification to verify and certify by signature adherence to work techniques, procedures and quality standards established by applicable publications. Completed work is reviewed for adherence to maintenance policy independently to determine that the aircraft is prepared and safe for flight. Due to the nature of operations tempo, must make decisions on a wide range of matters that may involve changes to past precedents to ensure completion of the mission. Clears Red X symbols on aircraft forms, accomplishes or directs engine power runs, may taxi aircraft in accordance with applicable directives. Maintains Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP) for assigned members. Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises and Operations Other Than War (OOTW). Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE IMPORTANT TO THE ENTIRE SELECTION PROCESS AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED SPECIFICALLY AND COMPLETELY IN THE APPLICATION.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A pre-employment physical or medical screening may be required for placement to this position. Selectee will be required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT) program as a condition of employment.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a security clearance as required by the position. Failure to complete NGB prescribed courses at the PEC for new FTS personnel within the first year of employment may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, or training which has provided the candidate with the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications. Must be skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 18 months experience in the following:
Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see www.sss.gov)
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS WILL BE EVALUATED AGAINST THE BASIC QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION AS STATED IN THE GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW.
Your complete Application Package (containing the above required documents) must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on Friday, May 12, 2017
If you cannot complete the application process using one of the options identified in the "How to Apply" section, please contact our office for alternate application procedures.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
The Application Process
To apply for this position, you must:
Provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your Resume
2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire
3. Other supporting documents if applicable (i.e. transcripts)
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
If you cannot apply online:
1. Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire, View Occupational Questionnaire and
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usacover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID 1936633
Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144. If you cannot apply online:
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After the vacancy has closed, your application package will be reviewed in full and you will be notified electronically whether you have been found qualified or not qualified. If you have been found qualified, your application will be forwarded to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/467783800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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