Ordnance Equipment Mechanic Leader

Air Force Materiel Command • Vandenberg AFB, CA

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About The Position

The Ordnance Equipment Mechanic Leader, WL-6641-11, leads three or more workers performing trades and labor work on a substantially full-time and continuing basis. The leader also performs nonsupervisory trades and labor work that is usually of the same kind and level as the work performed by the crew.

The position involves refurbishing launch and support equipment; troubleshooting systems and subsystems down to malfunctioning components; and performing depot-level modifications and Technical Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) requirements on missile systems and related support equipment. Equipment includes hydraulic control unit transporter erector tractors and trailers, suspension systems, actuators, pipe pushers, and other missile launch hardware.

The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance and qualify to operate a government vehicle. A pre-employment physical examination is required. The position is mission-essential and performs a mission-critical function that must continue uninterrupted after an emergency and through the full resumption of all functions. Travel may be required. Relocation costs or other incentives may be considered by the organization.

Work requires prolonged standing, heavy lifting and carrying, and working in awkward or cramped positions. The employee works indoors and outdoors, sometimes in bad weather and in noisy, dirty, greasy, or smoky areas, and is exposed to fumes, heat, electrical hazards, hypergolic fuels and oxidizers, high-pressure hydraulic lines, and falling-object hazards. Appropriate protective clothing and devices must be worn, and safety rules followed.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Meet the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C requirements for the WG-6600 Armament Work Family and satisfy the screen-out element: ability to lead or supervise.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed for the work, evaluated in equipment assembly, installation, and repair; technical practices; use of measuring instruments; interpreting instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading; use and maintenance of tools and equipment; and troubleshooting.
• Obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the position.
• Qualify to operate a government vehicle.
• Pass a required pre-employment physical examination.
• May be required to travel and undergo drug testing.
• Must be able to perform prolonged standing, lifting and carrying, and tasks involving stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, stretching, and working in awkward or cramped positions.
• Frequently handle objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing 50 pounds or more with assistance.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing and devices and follow safety rules and regulations.
• Federal employees must use direct deposit.
• Depending on appointment type, serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of three or more workers performing related trades and labor work.
• Perform nonsupervisory trades and labor work of the same general kind and level as the crew.
• Refurbish launch and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot complete systems and subsystems down to malfunctioning components.
• Perform depot-level modifications and TCTO requirements on missile systems and related support equipment, including transporter erector tractors and trailers, suspension systems, actuators, pipe pushers, and other missile launch hardware.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on appointment type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.
• Eligible federal employees who are veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more may receive disabled veteran leave.

What This Job Offers

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