Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic
About The Position
This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation for a Military Technician position with the Army Reserve Aviation Command, Aviation Support Facility (ASF) Knox East at Fort Knox, Kentucky. The position requires active membership as a Soldier in the U.S. Army Reserve. The mechanic repairs aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components, interprets instructions, and uses tools and equipment to troubleshoot and perform maintenance. The work requires the ability to maintain and repair aircraft pneudraulic systems, including changing hydraulic pumps and repairing or replacing valves, actuating cylinders, gaskets, seals, pistons, and bearings, without more than normal supervision. Work takes place in shops, on aircraft, or outdoors, including in inclement weather and temperature or humidity extremes. The role involves cramped or uncomfortable working positions, exposure to loud sounds, toxic fumes, high-pressure air and fluids, engine noise, heat and blast, grease, oil, dirt, hydraulic fluids, and cleaning solvents. Hazards include cuts, irritation, falls, burns, broken bones, unstable positions, and rotor blades. The work may require lifting or pushing equipment weighing up to 20 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds or more. Applicants must meet suitability and security requirements, undergo a medical examination, and participate in the Drug Abuse Testing Program. A one-year probationary period applies. The position has no education qualification requirement, and no specific length of experience is required, but applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision. Salary is based on the local prevailing rate.
Requirements
- Must be an active Soldier in the U.S. Army Reserve.
- Must be able to perform the work without more than normal supervision, including maintaining and repairing aircraft pneudraulic systems.
- Must undergo a medical examination prior to employment.
- Must meet applicable suitability and fitness determinations, including a background investigation and Personnel Security Investigation.
- Subject to Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.
- Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, and work in cramped, tiring, or uncomfortable positions; may need to lift or push equipment weighing up to 20 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds or more.
Responsibilities
- Repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components.
- Interpret instructions and use tools and equipment to troubleshoot systems.
- Maintain and repair aircraft pneudraulic systems, including changing hydraulic pumps and repairing or replacing valves, actuating cylinders, gaskets, seals, pistons, and bearings.
Benefits
- Federal employee benefits package for eligible employees.
- Moving expenses may be authorized for eligible newly appointed Army Reserve Military Technicians.
- Recruitment, retention, or relocation incentives may be authorized.
- Advanced in-hire rates, advanced leave accrual, and creditable service for leave accrual may be authorized.
- Student loan repayment may be authorized.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
