Equipment Specialist (Title 32) (Temporary Promotion Not to Exceed One Year)

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a Equipment Specialist (Title 32) (Temporary Promotion Not to Exceed One Year), Position Description Number D1257000 and is part of the VA G4, National Guard.

NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience.

In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time.

As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification.

Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. NOTE: This position may be made permanent at a later date without further competition.

NOTE: All job seekers will be required to limit their resumes to 2 pages in length when applying for job opportunity announcements (JOAs) WHO CAN APPLY: GROUP IR - All qualified Male/Female Enlisted Members (E6/SSG - E8/MSG) currently employed (permanent) in the Virginia Army National Guard Military Technician Program with the SSM.

Military Grades: Enlisted Member (E6/SSG - E8/MSG) GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have experience providing instruction and assistance to state unit personnel regarding Army National Guard (ARNG) equipment and maintenance management.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have at least 12 months of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-7 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government?

This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated.

This experience must include activities such as: Knowledge and skill in applying commonly used equipment, facility, or service principles and concepts.

Experience in the use of tools and test equipment. Experience which provided knowledge of maintenance programs and techniques.

Experience developing, installing, inspecting, or revising equipment maintenance programs and technique. Major Duties:

As a Equipment Specialist (Title 32), GS-1670-09, you will perform the below duties: Serves as a recognized authority on the repair and operation of various types of ARNG equipment.

Provides instruction and assistance regarding equipment maintenance procedures, techniques, and methods as a part of the Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team (MAIT).

Provides advice, assistance, and guidance regarding maintenance management systems, material readiness programs, cost reduction programs, and maintenance shop practices in maintenance facilities.

Receives reviews, and processes unit Army Material Status System (AMSS) reports and Missile Material Readiness reports and submits a consolidated report to the Logistics Support Activity (LOGSA).

Prepares and conducts both classroom and on-the-job training designed to upgrade, improve, and/or update the knowledge and working skills of unit maintenance personnel.

Develops, writes, updates, and teaches units of instruction for new equipment training.

Evaluates training progress in areas such as basic mechanic principles; theories of equipment repair and modification; compliance with established procedures and directives; requirements for equipment maintenance records and reports; and proper utilization of equipment, personnel, funds, and facilities.

Evaluates directives to ensure adherence to standard methods, conformity in maintenance procedures, and the proper use of maintenance equipment, facilities, and personnel.

Recommends policy, procedure, or operation changes, as required, to facilitate and ensure efficiency in maintenance operations and manpower utilization.

Reviews the effectiveness and efficiency of equipment and maintenance management and needs for improvement of existing practices and the impact on the overall maintenance program.

Reviews and evaluates information in technical reports, logistical studies, supply data systems, and observations/inspections of maintenance organizations.

Researches material pertaining to maintenance and maintenance management.

Utilizes computer software programs to identify errors, equipment, non-mission capable time, and to determine a course of action to improve readiness.

Recommends the revision of higher headquarters' policies, procedures, practices, and regulations.

Provides methods for improving, consolidating, simplifying, and standardizing operations and management of maintenance activities.

Performs assistance visits to logistic and maintenance functional areas to provide guidance and assistance to ensure effective and smooth maintenance operations.

Performs hands on maintenance procedures to personnel on proper trade techniques, practices, and explains safety precautions involved in maintenance. Performs other duties as assigned.