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TITLE 32 POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC (SMALL SHOP CHIEF) WG-5378-11

Williamstown, West Virginia, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$31.60/hr - $36.87/hr

The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States, and they are seeking a Small Shop Chief to oversee the operations of a small shop within a State ARNG Aviation Support Facility. The role involves planning, organizing, and directing maintenance programs while ensuring safety regulatory requirements are met.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serves as a Small Shop Chief performing all of the following tasks:

Plans and lays out work to be accomplished in the shop which is then completed by the individual and lower graded worker(s)

Possesses the knowledge and skills found at the journeyman level as well as those required for planning, accomplishing and maintaining a functional shop maintenance program

Independently determines appropriate maintenance procedures such as how and when the work should be accomplished. Estimates manpower, equipment and material requirements

Devises and maintains all program plans and records, is skilled in surveillance and troubleshooting techniques, and is able to determine maintenance/repair procedures needed without benefit of technical supervisory guidance

Plans, organizes and directs shop maintenance programs/procedures under general supervision

Determines approaches, methods and courses of action required to accomplish the mission of the shop in an effective and efficient manner

Performs the same type and level of work as performed within the unit

Implements safety regulatory requirements. Ensures that other workers in the shop wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions

Participates in various types of readiness preparations, inspections, evaluations, and mobilization and command support exercises

Qualification

Mechanical maintenanceElectrical theoryHydraulic theoryTroubleshooting techniquesTechnical manualsSafety regulationsTeam leadership

Required

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position

This is an excepted service position that requires membership in military assignment in WV's National Guard, and is required prior to the effective date of placement

Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform

Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment

Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered, or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency

Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

Participation in direct deposit is mandatory

U.S. Citizenship is required

Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory security clearance, AND, as a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to assignment

The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of the agency a legally required exception from this requirement

Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position

This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968

Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission

Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day

The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment

MINIMUM MILITARY GRADE: E-4

MAXIMUM MILITARY GRADE: E-7

Your rank MUST be included somewhere within your resume

You must fully substantiate in your own words that you meet the requirements listed below. When explaining minimum requirements and specialized experience you must give examples. Do not copy from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Explain it in your own words and give examples to be considered for this vacancy

All personnel applying for this position who do not meet the minimum military grade requirement MUST provide the proper signed memorandum from your respective Military Personnel Office (MILPO for ARNG, FSS for ANG) to prove eligibility to obtain the required grade upon accepting the position

All personnel who exceed the maximum military rank must provide a memorandum explaining if selected for this position, you will accept an administrative reduction in rank. The memorandum must be submitted WITH your application to be considered for this position

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of mechanical maintenance work; ability to read and use technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams and schematics, and skill in the use of equipment and hand tools used in troubleshooting, testing, and repairing equipment

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts, components, and accessories. Experience which provided working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to powered support equipment and systems; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments. Experience which provided working knowledge of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships. Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics