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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP.
This National Guard position is for a TARGET SYSTEMS REPAIRER, Position Description Number PDD2709000 and is part of the Mississippi National Guard.
04/15/2025 to 05/13/2025
$25.54 - $29.79 per hour
WG 8
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
None
No
Yes
MS-12723344-AR-25-081
835301000
Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
This vacancy is open NATIONWIDE to military (prior or current) members willing and eligible to immediately become a Mississippi Army National Guard soldier.
As a TARGET SYSTEMS REPAIRER, WG-2601-8, you will repair, install, operate, and maintain a variety of Army Standard Integrated Target Systems, such as Armor Moving Target Carriers (AMTC), Infantry Moving Target Carrier Systems (IMTCS); Target Holding Mechanism Tank Gunnery (THMTG) and Enhanced Remote Target Systems (ERETS).
1. Installs, removes, maintains, modifies, troubleshoots, and repairs voice and/or nonvoice communications systems including intercom equipment; electronic systems; terminal communications equipment; modem; fiber-optic end equipment; T1-carriers, and line drivers. Reviews work orders and layout sheets to select equipment and circuits required. Installs equipment such as backboards, relay racks, central processor units, trunk cards, line cards, and station cards to provide the desired number of lines and stations. Follows or refers to layout sheets, circuit schematics and descriptions, and manufacturer's technical guidance. Analyzes system failures and other unusual system occurrences to isolate the source of the problem and determine whether the failure is caused by software, hardware, or other factors. Provides technical assistance to lower grade workers.
2. Installs thermal target equipment to include, but not limited to, AC or DC powered thermal heating panels. Tests and troubleshoots thermal target panels, using digital multi-meter equipped with a thermal probe. Operates and maintains laser interface devices designed to be used in conjunction with existing target systems employed on ranges. Fabricates and repairs electrical power/data cables, hit sensor assemblies and hard-wire target control power distribution/switch devices. Fabricates and/or repairs wood, plastic, and cardboard targets. Performs routine flatwork welding repair to metal mechanical target mounting devices. Uses an oxygen/acetylene welder to heat-treat and straighten target-mounting arms, cut repair splices, and join metal surfaces to repair live fire damage. Follows standard measurements and specifications; uses templates or precut materials when fabricating and/or repairing metal, wood, three-dimensional and cardboard targets. Installs targets on various devices including M31A1, M64, ERETS, THMTG and AMTC. Installs and recharges batteries and maintains charging equipment. Hooks up battery charging systems, inspects batteries for serviceability and ensures proper operation of battery charging equipment. Develops training scenarios for down range target systems, using the computer controlled integrated target systems control panel. Monitors control panel for correct operation, report, and corrects malfunctions.
3. Isolates faulty components and determines extent of repair or replacement required to restore power, signal, or correct mechanical operation. Repairs or replaces exposed, broken, cut or damage cables. Removes, replaces, and adjusts damage or inoperable target system components. Forwards items requiring repair beyond the organizational level to support facilities for repair or replacement. Makes necessary adjustments (mechanical) to integrated target systems to ensure proper integration and correct operation of the entire target system. Operates and performs operational and organization maintenance on gasoline and/or diesel-powered generating systems and various portable power sources used in support of range control and target systems. Uses technical manuals, testing and repair equipment such as digital multi-meter, voltmeters, pressure gauges and common mechanic's hand tools daily. Determines cause(s) of malfunctions, isolates faulty components, and determines extent of repair or replacement required.
4. Inspects and tests Army Standard Integrated Target Systems, using wiring diagrams, schematics, technical manuals, and test equipment (i.e., voltmeters, multiplexers, miniature consoles, and digital multi-meters). Visually examines systems and systems components to identify and troubleshoot causes of malfunctions. Uses a multiplexer's simulator to trouble shoot during the testing of computer consoles and console communication lines. Determines if causes of malfunctions are electrical (i.e., AC/DC, power outage, and incorrect voltage), electronic (signal), mechanical, or hydraulic. Prepares demolitions in conjunction with radio and/or computer-controlled target system mechanisms.
5. Operates and maintains wheeled vehicles assigned to the shop. Ensures before, during, and after operational checks are performed and required logbook information is completed after each use of a vehicle. Performs preventive maintenance operations, such as checking vehicle fluid levels and monitoring vehicles for any unusual noises, which may require taking the vehicle to the training site's vehicle maintenance depot for repairs.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
Military Grades: E
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES:
1. This is an Army National Guard dual status technician position which requires military membership.
2. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
3. 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.
4. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
5. 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.
6. 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.
6. Wear of the military uniform is MANDATORY.
7. Participation in direct deposit is MANDATORY.
8. For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.
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).
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
PLEASE NOTE: DO NOT USE A MOBILE DEVICE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
1. RESUME
Your resume MUST BE IN PDF document format. The resume maybe submitted in any writing format but must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. To avoid plagiarism, DO NOT copy and paste the positions description or qualifications from this announcement into your resume. YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR PLAGIARISM.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
For qualifications determinations your resume must contain SALARIES, HOURS WORKED PER WEEK, JOB DUTIES AND THE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB.
Example:
$55,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2001-July 2009 or January 2001-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications. If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position.
If you are unable to provide the required documents, it is your responsibility to inform the hiring agency before the job closes. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12723344~
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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