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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a ELECTRONIC DIGITAL COMPUTER MECHANIC (T32), Position Description Number D0677000 and is part of the OK CSMS, Oklahoma Army National Guard.
04/10/2025 to 05/08/2025
$30.32 - $35.35 per hour
WG 11
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
11
No
No
OK-12722608-AR-25-035
835012900
This position is open to current members of the Oklahoma Army National Guard within the military grades of E-5 through E-7.
This position is located in the State Area Command (STARC) Headquarters, Information Management Office. The purpose of this position is to maintain the computer systems supported by the office.
DUTIES:
Installs, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs the computer systems supported by the office. Such equipment includes micro-computers (laptops and desk-top processors), plotters, and related peripherals. Peripherals include printers, monitors, terminals, tape drives, scanners, auxiliary power packs, cables, keyboards, etc. Schedules and conducts preventative and periodic maintenance. Evaluates and makes recommendations concerning the maintainability of proposed system hardware for possible procurement. Surveys sites for new systems and coordinates installation of necessary telephone and cable lines to permit proper installation. Modifies existing systems to permit the installation of memory and program upgrades. Determines whether equipment may be economically repaired or declared unserviceable. Makes final operational test alignment, system synchronization and adjustment prior to release of equipment. Coordinates with manufacturers on repairs when economically or technically warranted. Provides new equipment users with general operational instruction.
Maintains bench stock to include repair parts such as replacement boards, chips, cables, etc. Utilizes various types of test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, voltmeters, and logic probes. Also uses special and common hand tools, power tools, and gauges to make repairs. Orders test equipment and repair parts. Maintains library of repair manuals, schematics, and related reference materials as well as the maintenance and repair logs for equipment.
Military Grades: E5 through E7
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience or training which demonstrates the applicant's knowledge of electrical or electronic theory, knowledge of common testing procedures, skill in the use of hand tools of the electronics trade, and skill in reading schematics.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Experience or training in utilizing principles, basic functions and application of theory of electronic digital computers. Experience in diagnosing problems and determining needed repairs for malfunctions in electronic equipment or systems. Experience in making mechanical repairs that required the use of precision measuring and calibrating equipment. Experience in using complex test equipment such as deviation meters, complex special test panels, etc. Experience which demonstrates the ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications.
Knowledge of digital computer theory and data flow techniques. Knowledge of the principles of electrical and electronic functions as apply to computers and related peripherals. Must be sufficiently knowledgeable of computer systems to permit assessment of the success of integration between components.
Ability to utilize a variety of diagnostic test programs and electronic test equipment such as digital voltmeters and dual-sweep oscilloscopes.
Skill is needed in repairing malfunctions, in diagnosing problems and determining corrective action, applying knowledge of the circuits to locate points to take readings, analyzing schematic layouts to determine which components are faulty, and using the necessary test equipment and tools.
There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.
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 (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).
This position may be eligible for Union Membership.
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.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Systems Testing and Evaluation, Systems Integration
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume:
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.
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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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