Ammunition Inspector (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units • Bluffdale, UT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This National Guard position is for an Ammunition Inspector (Title 32), Position Description Number D2281000, assigned to the Ammunition Supply Point (ASP) at Camp Williams with the Utah Army National Guard. The position conducts inspections and surveillance of ammunition, explosives, components, vehicles, equipment, and storage areas to ensure safety, security, serviceability, and compliance with applicable regulations. The role also supports ammunition receipt, issue, turn-in, storage, transportation, residue disposition, inventory, and demilitarization activities. The position requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard and is an enlisted position. The selecting supervisor is SFC Bryce C Jarrett.

Requirements

• Must be a member of, or eligible for immediate membership in, the National Guard and have a compatible military grade and assignment before placement; military rank is enlisted.
• For duties requiring motor vehicle operation, possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Participate in direct deposit.
• Complete medical screening upon selection for hire.
• Meet applicable physical security requirements under AR 190-11 and pass local and national law-enforcement files checks.
• Meet DA PAM 385-64 and other applicable regulations, and obtain validation by the ammunition and explosives safety certification board.
• Complete the Training and Certification Program for personnel working in ammunition operations.
• Obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Be certified in Hazardous Waste Site Personnel under 29 CFR 1910.120.
• Meet applicable Selective Service registration requirements for male applicants born after December 31, 1959.
• Have experience or training demonstrating ability to use and maintain relevant tools and equipment, follow oral and written instructions, and understand and apply safety standards.
• Have experience demonstrating knowledge of applicable federal regulations, including Department of Transportation and Occupational Safety and Health regulations, and the ability to respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Know ammunition and explosives technical references, procedures, policies, materials-handling equipment, lifting gear, and rail and truck capabilities.
• Be able to interpret and apply load drawings, inspection procedures, publications, specifications, and technical drawings for ammunition and explosives.
• Be able to research, interpret, and apply technical information needed to inspect ammunition, explosive items, components, and specialized packing materials.
• Be able to read and understand technical orders, manuals, schematics, blueprints, and drawings, and communicate orally and in writing to brief and train others.
• Know safety precautions and procedures for the ammunition and explosives handled, including detonation and burning methods for destruction.
• Know product specifications and requirements for preservation, packing, shipping, and storage to protect product quality, safety, and the environment.
• Be able to recognize different munitions and explosives and select suitable inspection procedures, including alternate procedures for weather and other conditions affecting explosive operations.
• Know operating procedures and safety regulations applicable to firing-range activities.
• Have skill operating a range of machines and tools and maintaining and performing minor repairs on equipment used in ammunition maintenance.
• Provide a resume detailing relevant duties and responsibilities, employment dates in MM/YYYY format, and hours worked per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-issue inspections of ammunition and check items for restrictions or suspensions.
• Inspect vehicles, equipment, and storage areas for ammunition and explosives safety and security.
• Advise using units on procedures and documentation for ammunition issue and turn-in.
• Perform receipt inspections of ammunition and components returned by using units.
• Assist with inspection and classification of ammunition throughout the state.
• Provide input on causes of ammunition unserviceability and take appropriate action when deterioration is beyond fair wear and tear.
• Certify ammunition residue as explosive-free and initiate documentation for residue disposition.
• Enforce safety regulations and follow safe methods for ammunition and explosives operations, including demilitarization, renovation, shipping, receiving, testing, inspection, and storage.
• Participate in amnesty management by identifying, inspecting, segregating, determining serviceability, documenting, packaging, and coordinating disposition of ammunition.
• Operate forklifts, stake-bed trucks, pallet jacks, and hand tools; use and maintain test and calibration equipment.
• Participate in required quarterly inventories and research databases to identify ammunition lots and arrival dates.
• Inspect ammunition and components using applicable Ammunition Surveillance Procedures.
• Assist with inspections of ammunition storage structures for safe storage, compatibility, explosive limits, structural condition, inventory, and security practices.
• Assist the Explosives Ordnance Disposal team with demilitarization missions.
• Research, analyze, prepare, and maintain ammunition transfer, surveillance, condition, quality deficiency, magazine data, and other required records and reports.
• Record inspection results in the Depot Surveillance Record in the Munitions History Program; assist with gathering facts for preliminary malfunction reports.
• Research, interpret, and maintain technical manuals, drawings, specifications, and procedures applicable to assigned items.
• Complete risk assessments and take safety precautions to prevent accidents, incidents, and fires.
• Assist with National Level Ammunition Capability resupply and excess management as required.
• Receive ammunition shipments and coordinate routes and documentation; verify load compatibility, blocking and bracing, hazardous-material manifests, firefighting instructions, vehicle placards, inspection reports, and issue documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; specific eligibility and benefits depend on the position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed