Sheet Metal Mechanic Leader (Aircraft)

Air Force Materiel Command • Hill AFB, UT

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Sheet Metal Mechanic Leader, WL-3806-10, is to lead three or more workers performing trades and labor work on a substantially full-time basis. The leader performs work assigned by a supervisor and ensures that crew members complete their assignments in accordance with trades and labor standards. The role also performs non-supervisory trades and labor work that is usually the same kind and level as the work performed by the crew. The position is with Hill Air Force Base, which provides engineering and logistics management for the F-16, A-10, and Minuteman III programs and performs depot maintenance for F-16, A-10, and C-130 aircraft.

The work requires moderate to strenuous effort, including heavy lifting and carrying with assistance. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors and involves moderate noise and vibration from shop machines, as well as exposure to varying weather conditions and temperatures. The position may require travel, driving a motor vehicle, overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, and weekend work.

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-3800 Metal Work Family and demonstrate the necessary quality of knowledge and skill through experience and training.
• Meet the screen-out element: ability to lead or supervise.
• Demonstrate knowledge of equipment and structural materials, including construction, repair, and forging.
• Demonstrate ability to interpret instructions and specifications, including blueprint reading.
• Demonstrate layout and pattern development skills, including geometric projection and triangulation.
• Demonstrate ability to use hand and power tools for metal work.
• Demonstrate dexterity in assembly, disassembly, and reassembly.
• Obtain and/or maintain the security clearance required for the position.
• Complete a pre-employment physical examination.
• Submit to random drug testing as a Drug Testing Designated Position.
• An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required if driving a motor vehicle is required.
• May be required to travel and work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, or weekends.
• Must use direct deposit as a federal employee.
• Depending on appointment type, serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period; continued employment after that period requires written certification that it advances the public interest.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of three or more trades and/or labor workers.
• Perform non-supervisory trades and labor work, usually of the same kind and level as the crew's work.
• Carry out work assigned by a supervisor and ensure crew assignments meet trades and labor standards.
• Check supply materials and equipment, ensuring supplies and equipment are available for assigned work.
• Manage the Tool Control Program.
• Ensure the crew follows applicable rules, regulations, and policies regarding safety, security, fire prevention, training, and housekeeping.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family, subject to eligibility.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• Recruitment and/or retention incentives may be used.

What This Job Offers

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