Powered Support Systems Mechanic

Army National Guard Units • North Kingstown, RI

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About The Position

This National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service position is part of the Rhode Island Army Aviation Support Facility (RI AASF). The Powered Support Systems Mechanic maintains and repairs powered ground and other support equipment used in aircraft servicing and repairs. The role includes responsibility for the Ground Support Equipment maintenance program, inventory control, and identifying and scheduling preventive maintenance requirements. The mechanic troubleshoots, services, repairs, modifies, and operates powered and non-powered ground support equipment, performs preventive maintenance, keeps records and equipment log books, and completes major system component overhauls and repairs as needed. The position requires current membership in the Rhode Island Army National Guard, wearing the military uniform, and assignment to a compatible military AFSC/MOS. Military grades are E-3 through E-6. Irregular and/or overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies.

Requirements

• Current membership in the Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) is required.
• Military grade must be E-3 through E-6; applicants must indicate their rank on their resume.
• Must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS and obtain and maintain all applicable AFSC/MOS requirements.
• Experience or training demonstrating knowledge of mechanical maintenance work.
• Ability to read and use technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams, and schematics.
• Skill using equipment and hand tools for troubleshooting, testing, and repairing equipment.
• Experience removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts, components, and accessories.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory as applied to powered support equipment and systems, and skill in replacing, fitting, installing, and making adjustments.
• Working knowledge of the makeup and operation of maintained individual systems and their interrelationships.
• Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufacturers' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate 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.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• May be required to work irregular and/or overtime hours, including hours outside the normal duty day, to support operational requirements or contingencies.
• Must comply with applicable environmental legal and regulatory requirements.
• A qualifying conviction for a crime of domestic violence precludes an individual from performing this position.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Ground Support Equipment maintenance program, inventory control, and identification and scheduling of preventive maintenance requirements.
• Troubleshoot deficiencies and repair flight-critical equipment, including lifting devices, turbine-powered generators, towing devices, and auxiliary power units.
• Troubleshoot, repair, service, modify, and operate powered ground support equipment, including AC and DC power generators, air compressors, blowers, heaters, portable lighting units, and deicers.
• Service non-powered equipment, including work stands, jacks, ramps, and tow-bars.
• Determine the extent of equipment repairs and identify required parts.
• Perform troubleshooting, tune-ups, and adjustments on internal combustion and turbine engines, fuel controls, carburetors, clutch linkage, brakes, and other mechanical links using common hand tools and test equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and servicing, including tire repairs and replacement, lubrication, oil changes, filter replacement, fluid-level checks, and adjustment or replacement of ignition parts, hoses, v-belts, and other items.
• Keep equipment clean and free from dirt, oil, grease, and corrosion, and periodically observe its operation to detect problems.
• Maintain equipment records and log books.
• Perform major system component overhaul, rebuild, repair, replacement, and troubleshooting, including power-plant, brake, steering, hydraulic, diesel and gas, air, starting, ignition, and electrical systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a range of benefits; 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed