AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

Full Job Description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR, Position Description Number D0734000 and is part of the ME 101st Maintenance Squadron, National Guard.

Military Grades: E-7 or E-8 Compatible Military Assignments: COMPATIBILITY CRITERIA: AFSC: 2A3XX, 2A590, 2A5X1, 2A5X4, 2A6XX, 2A8X1, 2A8X2C, 2A8X1C, 2A8X1E, 2A8X2E NOTE: If you do not possess the compatible AFSC, you will not be disqualified from being considered.

Selected applicant must be prepared to attend the appropriate school.

MILITARY ASSIGNMENT: 2A590 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience, education, and/or training which demonstrates that the candidate has the ability to provide technical assistance and organize assignments for subordinates; estimate materials and manpower needed for specific jobs; read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and technical publications; and maintain records and reports.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: n addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel.

Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines. Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function.

Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes.

Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.

Must have thirty-six (36) months experience which required the applicant to acquire and apply each of the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities: 1.

Ability to plan and organize the work of the assigned organization. 2. Ability to meet deadlines. 3. Knowledge of aircraft repair functions. 4. Ability to work with others. 5.

Ability to oversee and train subordinate supervisors, to deal objectively with workers and render sound supervisory decisions. 6. Ability to devise new methods. Major Duties:

Planning: Plans and schedules specific work assignments on a daily or project-to-project basis within specified time requirements. Arranges for adequate personnel, materials and equipment to accomplish the work.

Work Direction: Assigns tasks to be performed. Explains prescribed methods and procedures; instructs subordinates on new procedures and provides assistance on problems.

Reviews work in progress and on completion. Obtains approval from supervisor for changes in standard or prescribed procedures and changes in work operations.

Suggests ways or methods to improve operations or reduce costs.

Administration: Recommends individuals to fill vacancies or for promotion or reassignment. Assists in the establishment of performance standards and makes recommendations for performance appraisals.

Counsels with employees on disciplinary issues and recommends disciplinary action. Attempts to resolve informal complaints and grievances, referring unresolved or more serious issues to supervisor.

Conducts on-the-job training and recommends employees for formal training programs. Schedules leave and approves leave for short periods of time.

Encourages employees to participate in suggestion or cost reduction programs.

Ensures that regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed with appropriate protective clothing and equipment being utilized.

Explains and implements such personnel programs as equal opportunity, position management, position description review, and labor relations. Maintains production reports and records.

Performs the nonsupervisory functions of the organizational segment supervised.

Implements regulatory safety requirements and ensures that subordinates wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions.

Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.

May be required to perform additional duties such as structural fire fighting, 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.

Performs other duties as assigned.