POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC

Job description

Summary Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1, 2, 3, 4 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 - AKNG Permanent or Indefinite technicians.

Area 2 - All AKNG members.

Area 3 - All other current military members who are eligible to join the Alaska Air National Guard.

Area 4 - All other individuals who are eligible and willing to become active military members of the Alaska Air National Guard and wear the military uniform.

PDCN: D0324000 MPCN: 3400888522 Selecting Supervisor: Chad M.

Lemaster Responsibilities Responsible for the accurate interpretation of numerous manufacturer drawings, specifications, operating instructions, and test procedures, to troubleshoot, calibrate, align and repair a variety of highly complex pieces of powered support equipment.

This includes identifying, repairing or replacing numerous electronic (both digital and analog) components.

It also includes the repair of composite materials and state of the art gas compressor turbines and electronically controlled engines.

Troubleshoots, repairs, adjusts and aligns down sized powered support equipment.

Uses a variety of sophisticated testers, such as analyzers, digital meters, oscilloscopes and other measuring devices to determine repair requirements.

Corrects unusual maintenance problems, by interpreting a variety of technical data such as tables, charts, formulas, color codes, wiring diagrams, and schematic symbols.

Does circuit analyses, considers integrated circuit relationships, and applies electronic principles in order to fault-isolate and repair the various digital devices contained in highly complex powered support equipment.

Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, servicing, repair, and adjustments on complex rotary diesel engines.

Must independently determine work sequences, specifications, and special procedures to be used to fault-isolate and repair unusual problems in various pieces of powered support equipment.

Conducts classes to train maintenance personnel in operations, test procedures, and troubleshooting requirements of highly complex powered support equipment.

Performs intermediate-level maintenance on powered support equipment and non-powered AGE.

This includes working on cryogenic equipment, engine and generator changes, removing, repairing, and overhauling of accessories, and rebuilding of units.

Engine rebuilding such as removal and replacement of crankshafts, pistons, and other integral parts.

Replaces, checks and adjusts valves, bearings, cams, clutches, bushings, springs, armatures, pushrods, exhaust manifolds, tubing, hose and defective wiring.

Diagnoses gas turbine malfunctions, using visual and auditory senses, test equipment and applicable technical publications; makes repairs, removes, disassembles and assembles components and sub-systems.

Troubleshoots, repairs, overhauls, modifies and operates aerospace ground equipment such as AC and DC power generators, various types of internal combustion engines, air compressors, blowers, hydraulic test stands, cabin leakage testers, portable diesel engine driven generators, emergency lighting units, de-icers, heaters, load banks, hydrostatic testers, cryogenic carts, decontamination units, thermal bath, vacuum pumps, flow meters, lavatory service trailers, air conditioners and various pieces of non-powered AGE.

Performs required TCTOs and other modifications on powered support equipment.

Performs corrosion control duties such as inspection, cleaning, stripping, sanding, priming and painting of AGE.

Performs inspections, calibration and repair on test and shop equipment.

Performs maintenance data collection, and prepares other required forms.

Maintains Technical Orders, Technical Order Files, commercial technical publications and other directives pertinent to the section.

Submits Technical Order Improvement Reports, Material Deficiency Reports and suggestions when required.

Ensures that all waste products are properly disposed of and the effective waste minimization processes are used.

Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluation such as ORI, IG and UE inspections, mobility, and command support exercises.

May be required to perform such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operator, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or serve as a member of a team to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies.

Participates and assists in conducting the necessary safety program for the Aerospace Ground Equipment activity.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE is 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 is experience which is directly related to the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.

WG-08 - Must have at least 12 months of experience or training must demonstrate a basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic theory and the makeup and operation of the various individual systems and their interrelationships.

Experience using a small variety of test and measurement devices.

Experience removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing a variety of parts, components and accessories.

Experience reading and interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.

WG-10 - Must have at least 18 months of 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.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates and hours worked per week for each occurrence of both civilian and military employment (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only will result in disqualification.

The duties listed must fully substantiate -in your own words- that you meet the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above, in detail; otherwise, you will not be considered qualified for this position.

Length of time is not of itself qualifying.

Your experience will be evaluated on the basis of duties performed.

Your record of experience and/or training must show possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position: - Requires a thorough knowledge of the mechanical and electrical makeup and operation of powered and non-powered support systems including their major components.

Education Additional Information - INDEFINITE: Indefinite employees may be separated with a 30 days' notice.

Indefinite employees may be converted to permanent without further competition.

AKNG permanent technician will retain their permanent status if selected for this position, and may be promoted, reassigned or changed to lower grade if selected for this position, and will be required to return to their permanent position unless action is made on a permanent basis.

Permanent authorization may not cross service boundaries, or funding categories, (i.e., ARNG to ANG, or 176th WG to 168th WG).

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

You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

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

You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

- If you are a current Federal employee or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action and/or a copy of the SF-50.

You may submit your most recent performance appraisal.

- The National Guard is exempt from the Veterans Preference Act.

Submission of a copy of your DD-214 is not required unless you are hired for technician position.

- If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 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.

- Direct Deposit Program: If selected for technician position with the Alaska National Guard, you will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Program.

(Salary will be automatically deposited to bank/credit union account).

- Military Bonuses And Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager (AKARNG - J1 or AKANG - Retention Office) to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.

Required Skill Profession

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