POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Duties

As a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32), WG-5378-5/8/10, you will perform duties involving the maintenance and repair of power ground and other support equipment used in aircraft servicing and repairs.

Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list:

• Perform maintenance, repair, and modification of powered ground support equipment including AC/DC generators, air compressors, heaters, deicers, and auxiliary power units.
• Perform overhaul, rebuild, repair, and replacement of major system components including power-plant, brake, fuel, steering, hydraulic, air, starting, ignition, and electrical systems.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems related to ground support and power production equipment.
• Operate powered and non-powered ground support equipment including towing devices, work stands, jacks, ramps, and tow-bars.
• Troubleshoot deficiencies and determine the extent of required repairs on flight-critical ground support equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel system malfunctions using test equipment and technical data.
• Troubleshoot internal combustion and turbine engines including fuel controls, carburetors, clutch linkage, brakes, and mechanical linkages.
• Identify required parts and corrective actions based on troubleshooting results.
• Read, interpret, and apply technical manuals, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and maintenance publications.
• Perform maintenance actions in accordance with prescribed technical data, safety procedures, and maintenance standards.
• Measure and work within close tolerances when repairing, adjusting, or overhauling equipment and components.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and maintenance control procedures to ensure equipment serviceability.
• Use common hand tools and a variety of test equipment to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance actions including lubrication, oil changes, filter replacement, and fluid level checks.
• Repair and replace tires, hoses, belts, ignition components, and related consumable parts.
• Maintain equipment in a clean condition and prevent deterioration from dirt, oil, grease, and corrosion.
• Maintain maintenance records and equipment log books documenting inspections, servicing, and repairs.
• Observe equipment operation to detect malfunctions and performance deficiencies.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• IAW The Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during or after a job interview. If an Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration of Employment is submitted prior to the point of a conditional offer, questions related to background information section may not be asked.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and in the military grade listed in the announcement. This is required prior to the effective date of placement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• 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.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• 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.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
• Limited to on-board ILNG technicians only.
  

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence:

• The area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG.

Military Grades: Enlisted Only - Minimum rank requirement of PFC and May not exceed the rank of MSG.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : WG-10 Level - MUST possess 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. WG-08 Level - MUST possess 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-05 Level - MUST possess 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.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.

Additional information

• If you are a male applicant who was 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 ( ).

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