Powered Support Systems Mechanic (D1067000)

Army National Guard Units•Puerta De Tierra, PR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Powered Support Systems Mechanic (D1067000), WU-5378-10, performs maintenance and repair of powered ground and other support equipment used in aircraft servicing and repairs. The position supports Puerto Rico Army National Guard programs essential to daily operations, training, and readiness missions. It requires military membership in the Puerto Rico Army National Guard and is designated for an enlisted ARNG incumbent. The duty location is the Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF), Isla Grande, Puerta de Tierra, Puerto Rico. This is an excepted-service military technician position requiring a compatible military assignment, wearing the military uniform, maintaining compatible military grade and MOS, and completing mandatory position training. Continued employment depends on successful completion of a physical examination and subsequent periodic medical evaluations. The position may involve a temporary promotion or indefinite appointment, and indefinite employees may be terminated with 30 days’ notice. Irregular or overtime hours may be required to meet operational needs. The work involves frequent bending, reaching, crouching, standing, and arm movement, sometimes in awkward positions or cramped areas. The incumbent frequently lifts and carries items up to 40 pounds and occasionally lifts heavier items using jacks, hoists, or other assistance. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, including in inclement weather and extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards include toxic fumes, high-pressure air and fluids, aircraft surfaces and rotating equipment, explosive munitions, noise, heat, blast, electrical voltage, fire and explosion risks, solvents, lubricants, paints, dust, sharp edges, and confined spaces.

Requirements

Must be a member of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard and hold a compatible military assignment before placement; the position is for an ARNG enlisted incumbent.
Must maintain a MOS and military grade compatible with the technician position, as determined by the NGB, and wear the military uniform.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate SECRET security clearance within one year of appointment.
Must possess a valid Puerto Rico State driver’s license to operate a government motor vehicle.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Travel Credit Card.
Must meet federal employment suitability requirements, including a background investigation.
Must successfully complete position-specific mandatory training and required physical examinations and periodic medical evaluations.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Must participate in direct deposit.
Must be able to perform physical work that includes frequent bending, reaching, crouching, standing, arm movement, and lifting or carrying equipment.
Must have general experience or training demonstrating aircraft mechanic skills, including removing and replacing aircraft parts, accessories, and components; making adjustments and settings to specifications; and using hand tools and test equipment.
Must have at least one year of experience in occupational series 5378, or the equivalent of 18 months of specialized experience performing or supervising the listed powered support systems duties.
Application must include the information and documents requested in the vacancy announcement and a clear, detailed narrative describing how the applicant meets general and specialized experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair powered ground and other support equipment used in aircraft servicing and repairs.
Perform inventory control and identify and schedule preventive maintenance requirements for ground support equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair flight-critical equipment.
Modify and operate powered ground support equipment, including AC and DC power generators, air compressors, blowers, heaters, portable lighting units, and deicers.
Work with non-powered equipment, including work stands, jacks, ramps, and towbars.
Perform required preventive maintenance and servicing of equipment and keep equipment clean.
Periodically observe equipment operation to detect problems.
Maintain equipment records and logbooks.
Perform major system component overhaul and rebuild, repair or replace components, and troubleshoot equipment as needed.