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POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC (AGE)-TITLE 32

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units
KY 123 AW
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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 (AGE)-TITLE 32, Position Description Number PDD0324000 and is part of the KY 123 AW, National Guard.

***NOTE: Area 3 applicants must meet the military qualifications and rank requirement when assessed as a member of the Kentucky Air National Guard.***

Overview

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Open & closing dates
08/26/2025 to 09/26/2025
Salary
$36.50 to - $42.59 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Louisville, KY
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
Temporary - Indefinite Tenure; May become permanent at a later date depending on resources
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
KY-12790487-AF-25-176
Control number
844337500

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to: AREA 1B- All current federal employees/technicians within Kentucky Air National Guard (T32 and T5, with permanent, conditional, or indefinite tenure w/current Kentucky Air National Guard membership) -AND- Area 2B - All current Kentucky Air National Guard members -AND- Area 3B - All qualified service members from a branch of the US Armed Forces eligible and willing to transfer to the Kentucky Air National Guard

Duties

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As a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC (AGE)-TITLE 32, WG-5378-10, you will interpret manufacturer drawings, specifications, operating instructions, and test procedures, to troubleshoot, calibrate, align and repair powered support equipment and components. Use testers, such as analyzers, digital meters, oscilloscopes and other measuring devices to determine repair requirements. Perform circuit analyses and apply electronic principles in order to fault-isolate and repair digital devices contained powered support equipment. Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, servicing, repair, and adjustments on complex rotary diesel engines. Determine work sequences, specifications, and special procedures to be used to fault-isolate and make repairs. Train maintenance personnel in operations, test procedures, and troubleshooting requirements of powered support equipment. Perform maintenance on powered support equipment and non-powered AGE. Diagnose gas turbine malfunctions and make appropriate repairs. Troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, modify and operate aerospace ground equipment. Perform required TCTOs and other modifications on powered support equipment. Perform corrosion control. Perform inspections, calibration and repair on equipment. Perform maintenance data collection and other required forms. Maintain Technical Orders, Technical Order Files, commercial technical publications and other directives pertinent to the section. Submit Technical Order Improvement Reports, Material Deficiency Reports and suggestions. Ensure all waste products are properly disposed of and effective waste minimization processes are used. Prepare for and participates in various types of readiness evaluation such as ORI, IG and UE inspections, mobility, and command support exercises. May be required to perform such additional duties as structural firefighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operator, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or serve as a member of a team to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies. Participate and assist in conducting the necessary safety program for the Aerospace Ground Equipment activity. Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD0324000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technicianstaffing@army.mil.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Military Grades: SrA(E4)-SSgt(E5)

RANK REQUIREMENT:
Member must provide in writing with their application package that they are willing to accept a reduction in rank in order to be qualified for this position, if applicable. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
You must maintain membership in the Kentucky National Guard.
You must be assigned to a compatible military position.
Wear of the military uniform.
Position may require a pre-employment physical.
May be subject to furlough actions.
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate a military bonus.
Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
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.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:
Experience which demonstrates the knowledge of mechanical maintenance work. Experience using equipment and hand tools to troubleshoot, test and repair equipment.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 18 months experience 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.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

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):
Ability To Inspect, Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading), Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment, and Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

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