ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

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This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service.

In addition, ARTs are required to maintain their active membership in the AF Reserve unit where assigned. ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month.

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Temporary Promotion This is a Temporary Promotion Not-to-Exceed 30 Sep 2027.

If you are selected for this position, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-6600 Armament Work Family.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of the position with normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: I.

Comprehensive knowledge of munitions storage procedures and maintenance methods and procedures to troubleshoot, repair, modify, and test systems of a variety of aircraft ordnance systems including support and test equipment, sub-assemblies, and associated handling equipment or devices.

2. Knowledge of explosive safety, security, and transportation regulations, practices, and procedures. 3.

Skill in the use of test equipment and measuring devices such as leak detectors, feeler gauges, dial indicators, micrometers, bore sight tools, multi-meters, voltmeters, and ammeters and in automated and manual computer systems operations including systems such as the Combat Ammunition System, Core Automated Maintenance System, Tactical Munitions Reporting System, FEDLOG.

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Ability to interpret technical orders, technical manuals, blueprints, schematic drawings, and other technical information and skill to apply the data; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

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Knowledge of ordnance systems maintenance, inspection, storage, and transportation rules, practices procedures, principles and policies including safe operation of various light and heavy machinery and vehicles and assorted tools; Knowledge of explosive safety, security, and transportation regulations, practices, and procedures.

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Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, modify, adjust and test a variety of aircraft ordnance systems using electronic, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles of operation such as missile and special weapons launching devices, decoys, CAD/PAD items, and rocket launching equipment; Ability to plan and organize training includes determining resources requirements, developing lesson plans, schedules and conducting training.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS: 1. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements.

The incumbent's regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may also be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30% of total responsibilities.

Work schedules will be so aligned to allow the individual to function fully on unit training assembly (UTA) weekends. 2.

Incumbent may be required to secure a valid state, commercial driver's license with hazardous materials endorsement. 3.

Personal protective equipment must be worn in compliance with safety and health directives. Position requires the incumbent obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. 4.

May be required to travel on commercial or military aircraft when TDY is needed. May be required to work uncommon tours of duty. 5.

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. 6. This is a testing designated position (TDP).

The employee is subject to random drug testing. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Heavy lifting (80 lbs. and over). Heavy lifting (45-79 lbs.). Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs.). Light lifting (under 15 lbs.).

Heavy carrying (45 lbs. and over). Moderate carrying (15-44 lbs.). Light carrying (under 15 lbs.). Hours of straight pulling are 2 hours/week. Hours of pulling hand over hand are I hour/week.

Hours of pushing are 2 hours/week. Reaching above shoulder. Use of fingers. Both hands required. Hours of walking are 2 hours/day. Hours of standing are 4 hours/day. Hours of kneeling are 4 hours/week.

Hours of repeated bending are 4 hours/week. Hours of climbing, legs only, are 8 hours/week. Climbing, use of legs and arms. Both legs required. Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle.

Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Near vision correctable at 13 inches to 16 inches to Jaeger I to 4. Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and 20/40 in the other.

Both eyes required. Depth perception required. Ability to distinguish basic colors. Ability to distinguish shades of color. Hear (aid permitted).

lf it can be otherwise accommodated, a specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify a candidate. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Outside and inside (other than normal commuting).

Excessive noise, intermittent. Constant noise. Electrical energy. Slippe1y or uneven walking surface. Working around machinery with moving parts. Working around moving objects or vehicles.

Working on ladders or scaffolding. Working closely with others. May be required to work in confined areas.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) performing the role and responsibilities of the Senior Munitions Inspector performing both on and off ordnance equipment maintenance and to train reservists in the accomplishment of tasks set forth herein.

1. Performs small shop duties over the journey level mechanics in the section, no more than 25%, of the time. 2.

Manages the munitions inspection training program; Provides proper allocation, control, care, and use of ordnance and related equipment to customers. 3.

Sets up and operates software controlled automatic test equipment (ATE) to test and troubleshoot complex electronic components of missiles and ordnance systems. 4.

Receives stores, handles, and transports ammunition, rockets, unguided and guided weapons and countermeasures, demolition material, and other types of conventional ordnance. 5.

Complies with all federal, DOD, USAF, state, and local regulations concerning hazardous material and waste including all explosive items.