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Aircraft Mechanic (3 Positions)
Location
BOISE, IDAHO
Appointment Type: Multiple Appointment Types
PD #: D0484000
Series/Grade: WG-8852-11/11
Salary Range: $25.02-$29.23
** EMPLOYEES SELECTED WILL KEEP CURRENT TENURE -- IF INDEFINITE IS SELECTED EMPLOYEE MAY CONVERT TO PERMANENT WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION **
*Candidates may have to possess or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance*
*PCS is not authorized*
MEMBERSHIP IN THE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD IS REQUIRED: This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Idaho Army National Guard as a condition of employment. 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. Loss of military membership will result in immediate loss of your full-time military technician position.
In accordance with the Labor Management Agreement, Article 18, Promotions:
Area of Consideration
The area of consideration for all Idaho National Guard bargaining unit positions will be as follows:
(1) Bargaining unit members
(2) All other individuals
This does not preclude management from selecting either Section (1) or Section (2) applications after Section (1) applicants have been considered.
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
Current fulltime AASF technicians in the Idaho Army National Guard (not to include temporary technicians).
Application materials must be received by Monday, June 26, 2017. Failure to provide complete information may result in your not receiving consideration for this position. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations section to understand the requirements.
06/09/2017 to 06/26/2017
$25.02 - $29.23 per hour
WG 11
3 vacancies in the following location:
Occasional travel - Training
No
Multiple Appointment Types
Full-time - Full Time
No
17-156
471835200
MAJOR DUTIES:(Detailed duties are on the Position Description)
Major duties include but are not restricted to:
This position is responsible for the performance of the full range of aircraft maintenance duties including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repair, and ground testing of assemblies, systems, and surfaces for one or more types of military aircraft, fixed and rotary wing. Perform duties and has responsibilities of a Crew Chief which involves full maintenance responsibility for a required minimum number of aircraft.
Performs Crew Chief duties with gull maintenance responsibility of assigned aircraft. Diagnoses problems with all aircraft system and components, perform required repairs and accomplishes required preventive maintenance. Serves as a point of contact for assigned aircraft, receiving written and verbal discrepancies from pilots and diagnosing problems. Documents deficiencies, malfunctions, and the repairs required to return aircraft to serviceable condition. Accompanies pilots during flights to locate discrepancies that are not evident during ground operations.
Plans and conducts a flight training program for drill status crew chiefs to include maintenance instruction for assigned aircraft, the use of hand and arm signals, ground handling of aircraft, use of ground equipment, aircraft loading, hoist operations, emergency procedures, etc.
Performs the full range of preventive maintenance, repair, and ground testing of aircraft systems, assemblies, and surfaces. Using a variety of methods including test equipment, visual checks, and instruments diagnoses and identifies problem areas and determines the extent of repairs required. Removes components and assemblies, repairs or replaces defective parts and components, and reassembles repaired items into the aircraft. Installs, aligns, and makes needed adjustments to major components and assemblies such as engines, propeller/rotors, transmissions, hydraulic systems, etc. Accomplishes adjustments to related systems which may be affected by repairs. Conducts ground functional tests of all aircraft systems. Accomplishes or monitors the performance of periodic inspection, daily inspections, refueling/defueling or aircraft, and all servicing operations.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Within your application package, you must explain how you gained the specialized experience required for this position. Applicants applying at the WG 11 level must
have 18 months experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification. Experience coordinating the work of other mechanics, and scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow. Must have the ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Work involves the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, and modification of fixed and rotary wing aircraft systems, airframes, components and assemblies, where the work requires substantive knowledge of the airframe and aircraft mechanical, pneudraulic, and/or electrical systems and their interrelationships. Some work situations within this series may require varying levels of electronics knowledge.
Experience or training that 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.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
No special education requirements are needed for this position.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
SUBSTITUTION EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Study successfully completed in a college, university, technical or vocational school may be substituted for 6 months of experience. Courses must be directly related to the work of the position.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Idaho National Guard Mission Statement:
The incredible versatility of the National Guard enables its troops to respond to domestic emergencies, combat missions, counterdrug efforts, reconstruction missions and moreall with equal speed, strength and efficiency.
Whether the call is coming from the Governor of the State of Idaho or directly from the President of the United States, Guard Soldiers and Airman are always ready and always there.
Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Funds Transfer Program.
This is a dual-status position and membership in the Idaho Army National Guard is required. By submitting this application you are affirming to the validity of the information you have provided.
All male applicants born after 31 December 1959 will be required to furnish a statement of Selective Service registration status prior to appointment. (5 U.S.C. 3328)
Acceptance of any military technician position over 179 days will cause termination of entitlement and eligibility for all bonuses and student loan repayments effective the date of employment. This does not affect Montgomery GI Bill eligibility. Payments of Selected Reserve reenlistment bonuses authorized in section 308b of title 37, United States Code, to Military Technicians (Dual Status) who become eligible for reenlistment while serving on active duty in Iraq, Afghanistan or Kuwait in support of Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom (in theater) are excluded from repayment. Acceptance of any military technician position may affect your incentive bonus. Check with your incentives manager to see if this applies to the incentive you received.
Applicants who feel they have reinstatement/restoration/re-promotion rights to this grade and position should contact the Human Resources Office.
The Idaho National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical handicap or age which does not interfere with job accomplishment or National Guard membership. Veteran's Preference does not apply to any National Guard position.
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The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees, review the following link under "Benefits Topics" for additional information
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Failure to provide complete information will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.
- Current Resume
- Proof of 15 Series MOS
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 all of the information listed in the Required Documents Section.
We are ONLY accepting on-line applications.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Submit my Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, June 26, 2017.
After the position closing date, your application will be reviewed in full. If qualified your application will be forwarded to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interview are required you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide complete information will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.
- Current Resume
- Proof of 15 Series MOS
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 all of the information listed in the Required Documents Section.
We are ONLY accepting on-line applications.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Submit my Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, June 26, 2017.
After the position closing date, your application will be reviewed in full. If qualified your application will be forwarded to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interview 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/471835200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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IDAHO ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
UNITWIDE TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
UNIT OF ASSIGNMENT: AASF