Maintenance Mechanic

U.S. Army, Pacific • Hilo, HI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic works at Pohakuloa Training Area (PTA) on the island of Hawai'i, a large Department of Defense installation that includes Bradshaw Army Airfield. The role maintains and repairs electronic targets and related range equipment, supports the construction and installation of prototype training aids, instructs customers in the use of range equipment, and performs welding work on a variety of metal items.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all types of weather, including in an electronics shop, small arms impact area, remote ranges, rough terrain, and potential unexploded ordnance areas. The position involves close proximity to explosives or incendiary material and unexploded ordnance, as well as potential exposure to cuts, abrasions, burns, electrical shocks, and vehicle accidents. The employee must be able to perform shift work, rotating shifts and days off, weekends and holidays, and overtime. Temporary duty travel may be required up to 25%.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to perform Maintenance Mechanic work without more than normal supervision; there is no specific required length of training or experience, but applicants must demonstrate sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities through their application materials.
• Ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading.
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair.
• Knowledge of materials and technical practices.
• Ability to use measuring instruments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. state and local government driver's license to operate motor vehicles and engineering equipment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and meet the position's physical-effort requirements.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry target mechanisms weighing up to 95 pounds and frequently bend, stoop, and work in cramped or awkward positions.
• Must meet at least one of the listed employment authority eligibility categories and provide supporting documentation.
• 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.
• Appointment may require a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• This is a drug-testing-designated position under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period.
• Must use direct deposit for pay.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, modify, troubleshoot, and overhaul electronic targets and related range-maintenance equipment.
• Assist in building and installing prototype training aids, including remote-controlled firing devices and electronic scorekeeping devices in range target areas.
• Instruct customers in the proper use of radio remote-control target systems, simulators, and electronic equipment.
• Perform simple through precision welding; determine necessary disassembly or repair and materials to be used.
• Weld assigned items made of light, heavy-gauge, and hardened metals.
• Maintain and repair commercial targetry training devices and related equipment, including transmitters and receivers, remote cameras, target interface units, battery and solar charging systems, public-address equipment, and intercom equipment.
• Perform maintenance inspections and repairs, improvements, and modifications to range electronic targets and equipment.
• Use jigs and fixtures to clamp pieces together for welding assembly and setup.
• Operate motor vehicles and heavy engineering equipment, including crawler- and wheel-type equipment with bull and/or angle.

Benefits

• The announcement states that federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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