Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC LEADER, WL-8255-10 is to lead WG-8255-09s and 10s in the disassembly, repair, rebuilding, modification, testing, troubleshooting, and installation of more complex hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Duties

1. Serve as lead over mechanics performing the overhaul, repair, modification, calibration, troubleshooting and testing of pneudraulics systems and accessories which are part of an aircraft, aircraft engine, ground support or airborne system, including F100 convergent exhaust nozzle control (CENC) and F100 Augmentor fuel pumps. 2. Disassemble, repair, rebuild, modify, test, troubleshoot, and install the more complex hydraulic and pneumatic systems designed to adjust automatically to factors such as temperature, humidity, pressure, or rate of change of velocity, or have sensing devices that feed back into the system information on the systems' performance. 3. Set up and operate test stands and required test adapters to calibrate the systems at various rates of speed and under environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity, pressure, altitude and inlet flow. 4. Use and maintain hand and power tools and equipment required to accomplish duties 5. Utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This position may require travel.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• May be required to work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, weekends, etc
• The work may require the employee to driv a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position.
• THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8200 Fluid Systems Maintenance Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is Ability to Lead or Supervise. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair etc. 2. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic). 3. Use of Measuring Instruments. 4. Ability to interpret instructions, specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading). 5. Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment. 6. Troubleshooting PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Frequently required to work in awkward or era ped conditions when positioning items in test stands, and to exercise visual and tactile sensitivity in lapping, polishing, adjusting, and aligning items. Frequently handles objects weighing 25 pounds and over with assistance. Hoists. lifts, and other workers are available to assist moving heavier items. Required to lift, reach, push, pull, bend, walk, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time. Required to ascend and descend narrow vertical ladders or stagings, often while carrying tools and equipment. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is usually performed in areas that are adequately lighted, ventilated, and heated. Frequently exposed to loud noise from the movement of machinery and test equipment; to the possibility of cuts, bums, electrical shock, and bruises from moving parts of machinery; and to unpleasant conditions from dirt, grease, fuel, toxic fumes, solvents, and gases. Various protective devices such as loves, ear plugs, face shields, safety shoes, and safety glasses are used. The work is frequently performed in era ped areas of aircraft with minimum light and ventilation. Exposed to the possibility of serious injury from slipping and falling while working from ladders and staging. May perform work outside exposing the employee to the pre ailing weather conditions and intermittent slippery or uneven surfaces.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Hill AFB 7437 6th Street Bldg 430, Rm 119 Hill AFB, UT 84056 US
• Name: Hill AFB DP2YHM
• Phone: (801) 586-4683
• Email: [email protected]