SHEET METAL MECHANIC TRAINING LEADER

Full Job Description

You will serve as a Sheet Metal Mechanic Training Leader in the Command Operations Department, Human Capital Management Division of FLEET READINESS CENTER SOUTHWEST.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job.

Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO INSTRUCT: (1) Instructing on the theory, operation, function, troubleshooting procedures, checks and adjustments, maintenance and repair of aircraft structures/systems, components, tools, and equipment used for repair and aviation aircraft and components; (2) Performing training development functions in the assigned subject matter and assisting with development of general aviation technical training courses and lessons; (3) Evaluating student achievement and diagnosing student learning difficulties for particularly low and high ability students or groups, while improving instruction through student counseling and the application of innovative or advanced instructional techniques; (4) Performing preventive maintenance as required on assigned equipment, as well as ensuring assigned equipment is fully functional for training purposes as specified in the written training plan; (5) Making recommendations for improved system performance based on direct knowledge and experience, along with demonstrating proper trade techniques and practices to explain safety precautions to be followed; and (6) Collaborating with the production, engineering, and quality departments to develop the required technical training and special process certification to keep necessary progress records and evaluating the trainees' progress.

I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

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

• You will instruct Sheet Metal Mechanic apprentices, workers/helpers, and journey-level artisans in all aspects of sheet metal repair and fabrication.
• You will be required to provide technical training services for Artisan Inspectors, Aeronautical Engineers and Quality Assurance Specialists in the proper use of tools, machinery, technical references, safety, repair procedures, and test equipment.
• You will perform classroom and laboratory instruction as well as develop training materials and presentations to Naval Education and Training (NAVEDTRA) standards.
• You will evaluate progress of trainees and discuss training with individual participants during the period of training, along with revising training curricula and upgrading technical training, when required.
• You will develop and conduct training courses designed to update, improve, and upgrade instructional methods and techniques established by NAVEDTRA standards.
• You will serve as a training instructor and curriculum developer for skill-based training and also be responsible for instructional actions, including overall technical courses and maintenance training.
• You will serve as a principal source of technical information on which course development actions are based, as well as assisting in the review and preparation of course development, job analysis, task inventory, and training requirements worksheets.