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POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units
102 Intelligence Wing
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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 PDD0818000 and is part of the MA ANG 102nd IW, National Guard. This is a Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: SMSgt Calvin Melvin at 508-968-4602.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
09/07/2023 to 10/06/2023
Salary
$35.33 to - $41.21 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Otis ANG Base, MA
1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Announcement number
MA-12110582-AF-23-102-26
Control number
746672300

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard and those eligible to transfer to the Massachusetts Air National Guard. National Guard Membership Is required for this announcement.

Duties

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1. Repairs, maintains and modifies electrical power production equipment and
aircraft arresting barriers. Performs repair of components such as fixed gasoline or diesel
engines, generators, centrifuges, starter motors, associated generating and distributing
equipment and aircraft arresting barriers. Conducts tests of equipment using voltmeters,
ammeters, ohmmeters, continuity tester, feeler gauge and other test equipment. Adjusts
and calibrates components to assure optimum operating efficiency within design
limitations. Modifies equipment in accordance with manufactures' specifications and
other technical publications. Accomplishes difficult operating and repair tasks.

2. Maintains and repairs electrical generating equipment. Performs inspection,
maintenance, and major modification; troubleshoots complex repair situations; and
performs other maintenance on electrical power generating equipment. Bench checks
repairable components and subassemblies of electrical power generating equipment by
using test equipment standards, load banks and other equipment standards as may be
required by technical data. Determines extent of repair/rebuild and accomplishes same.
Tests and calibrates repaired gauges, controls and meters to assure adequacy and
reliability. Interprets maintenance malfunction data related to the electrical power
generating systems.

3. Inspects electrical power production equipment. Analyzes malfunctions by
visual or auditory inspection, observation or operation and use of test equipment.
Interprets inspection findings and determines adequacy of cc 1ective action. Inspects
completed or in-progress work to assure compliance with standard operating procedures
and technical publications.

4. Advises on technical problems of installation and repair of electrical power
production equipment. Solves complex maintenance problems by studying layout
drawings, wiring diagrams, schematic diagrams, and analyzing construction and
operating characteristics of electrical generating plants and equipment. Devises and
establishes maintenance and operating procedures to ensure maximum efficiency of
operation and electrical power production plants. Diagnoses recurring malfunctions and
recommends repair procedures necessary to correct defective equipment Establishes
maintenance and operating procedures.

5. Installs, maintains, and repairs primary and secondary electrical distribution
systems, both overhead and underground. Performs "high pot" and "thumper" testing.
Determines generators load requirements and compatibilities, in terms of size, voltage,
phase, etc., in order to provide emergency power.

6. Operates standby units during commercial power failure and performs
operational checks, inspections, services and makes emergency repairs of standby units in
the field to ensure uninterrupted power services to facilities during power outages.

7. Assists electrical personnel in the various phases of installation,
troubleshooting and repair. Subject to emergency calls as required during non-duty hours.

8. During periods of military duty, supervises electrical power production and
interior and exterior electricians. Plans and schedules work assignments. Establishes
work methods, production controls, and performance standards. Assigns operating and
repair functions to subordinates and establishes priorities for work accomplished.
Assures compliance with published instructions, work standards and technical
publications. Formulates comprehensive training plans for drill status guard members.
Conducts on-the-job training as well as classroom instruction.

9. Trains traditional guardsmen and Air Force personnel on the installation,
operation and maintenance of expeditionary or semi-permanent aircraft arresting systems.
Develops and maintains lesson plans and training materials. When assigned
responsibility to install expeditionary aircraft arresting barriers, overseas and monitors the
work of members of the RED HORSE Special Capability Team.

10. Implements the Unit Environmental Program concerning hazardous material
within the electrical and power production sections involving spill containment and
hazardous waste disposal.

11. Prepares for and participates in RED HORSE operational readiness evaluations
(OREs), operational readiness inspections (ORIs), Quality Force Assessments (QAFAs),
and mobility and command support exercises.

12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • 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 probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Favorable background check is required.
  • Optional Form 306 is a required form and must be signed and dated within the year, or you will be disqualified.
  • Reference Worksheet is a required form, and the link on this announcement must be used or you will be disqualified.
  • Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position.

Qualifications

Military Grades:
ENL: A1C to MSgt

Compatible Military Assignments:
AFSC: 3E0X2
*All applications will be considered regardless of Branch AFSC*

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard and those eligible to transfer to the Massachusetts Air National Guard. National Guard Membership Is required for this announcement.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the 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. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have 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: Must have at least 18 months experience or training removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts, components, and accessories. Experience which provided working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to powered support equipment and systems; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments. Experience which provided working knowledge of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships. Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months/years.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

MILITARY INCENTIVES - BONUSES AND STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program incentives. In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position.

For M-Day/Traditional personnel who are currently receiving incentives to include Bonuses and the Student Loan Repayment Program incentive, the following termination rule applies:

Incentive Termination without Recoupment:
If you accept an Active Guard Reserve (AGR) position or a Military Technician (Mil Tech) Permanent or Indefinite position after 25 February 2010 where membership in the National Guard is a condition of employment, your bonus will be terminated with no recoupment.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

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