Powered Support Systems Mechanic (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units • Peoria, IL

10d

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with the IL AASF 3, National Guard. The Powered Support Systems Mechanic performs maintenance and repair of powered ground and other support equipment used in aircraft servicing and repairs. Duties include maintaining, repairing, and modifying powered ground support equipment such as AC/DC generators, air compressors, heaters, deicers, and auxiliary power units, as well as overhauling, rebuilding, repairing, and replacing major equipment systems and components.

The mechanic diagnoses and troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel system malfunctions using test equipment and technical data; identifies required parts and corrective actions; and performs preventive maintenance and repairs in accordance with technical data, safety procedures, and maintenance standards. The role also involves operating ground support equipment, working within close tolerances, following maintenance schedules, using hand tools and test equipment, maintaining equipment cleanliness, and recording inspections, servicing, and repairs in maintenance records and equipment log books.

This position requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and the military grade listed in the announcement before the effective date of placement. The selectee must wear the military uniform, have or obtain a government license for vehicles up to one ton, and be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance. Irregular or overtime hours may be required to meet operational needs. The position is limited to excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the Illinois National Guard; eligible military grades are enlisted ranks E3 through E7.

Requirements

• Must be an enlisted member of the Illinois National Guard in a military grade between E3 and E7, and meet the membership requirement before the effective date of placement.
• WG-10: Experience or training removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts, components, and accessories; working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory as applied to powered support equipment; skill replacing, fitting, installing, and adjusting components; knowledge of individual systems and their interrelationships; and experience reading parts lists, manufacturers’ repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• WG-08: Experience or training demonstrating basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic theory and the makeup, operation, and interrelationships of individual systems; experience using a small variety of test and measurement devices; experience removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts and accessories; and experience reading technical manuals, blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.
• WG-05: Experience or training demonstrating knowledge of mechanical maintenance work; ability to read and use technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams, and schematics; and skill using equipment and hand tools to troubleshoot, test, and repair equipment.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Must have or obtain a government license for vehicles up to one ton.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must participate in direct deposit.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• A qualifying conviction for a crime of domestic violence disqualifies an individual from performing the duties of this position.
• Irregular and/or overtime hours may be required, including hours outside the normal duty day.
• Qualification must be based on experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Resume or application must describe qualifying experience in the applicant’s own words and include dates, position title, and how the experience was gained.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and modify powered ground support equipment, including AC/DC generators, air compressors, heaters, deicers, and auxiliary power units.
• Overhaul, rebuild, repair, and replace major system components, including power-plant, brake, fuel, steering, hydraulic, air, starting, ignition, and electrical systems.
• Apply mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems knowledge to ground support and power production equipment.
• Operate powered and non-powered ground support equipment, including towing devices, work stands, jacks, ramps, and tow-bars.
• Troubleshoot deficiencies and determine the extent of required repairs on flight-critical ground support equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel system malfunctions using test equipment and technical data.
• Troubleshoot internal combustion and turbine engines, including fuel controls, carburetors, clutch linkage, brakes, and mechanical linkages.
• Identify required parts and corrective actions based on troubleshooting results.
• Read, interpret, and apply technical manuals, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and maintenance publications.
• Perform maintenance in accordance with technical data, safety procedures, and maintenance standards.
• Measure and work within close tolerances when repairing, adjusting, or overhauling equipment and components.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and maintenance control procedures to ensure equipment serviceability.
• Use hand tools and test equipment to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including lubrication, oil changes, filter replacement, and fluid level checks.
• Repair and replace tires, hoses, belts, ignition components, and related consumable parts.
• Keep equipment clean and prevent deterioration from dirt, oil, grease, and corrosion.
• Maintain records and equipment log books documenting inspections, servicing, and repairs.
• Observe equipment operation to detect malfunctions and performance deficiencies.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on the position 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