Job opening: Target Devices Repairer
Salary: $27 - 31 per hour
Published at: Dec 19 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
About the Position: The incumbent will serve as a Target Devices Repairer at the Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobililization, and Security (DPTMS) in Fort Sill, OK.
Duties
Provide support regarding field/shop maintenance on the Stationary Infantry Target Systems (SITS), Stationary Armor Target Systems (SATS), Moving Infantry Target Systems (MITS), Moving Armor Target Systems (MATS), etc.
Inspect, test, service, adjust, align, calibrate, install, repair, replace, recondition, troubleshoot, field test, and/or shop test target mechanisms and hit sensor devices.
Fabricate and repair electrical power/data cables, hit sensor cable assemblies, hard-wire target control power distribution/switch devices, etc.
Operate computer keyboard console to activate target mechanisms and to perform maintenance.
Operate tractors equipped with mowers, bucket, or blade in training areas on steep hills or in rough terrain where there is significant danger of overturning the tractor or equipment.
Open and close range danger fan gates/signs, make minor repairs, inspect property in the cantonment area, make repairs as needed, or reports needed repairs to leadership.
Requirements
- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- Subject to an irregular tour of duty to cover 24 hour-a-day, 7 day-a-week range operation.
- Must obtain a US Government Motor Vehicle Operators Certification Card.
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
- A physical exam is required.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceExecutive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Target Devices Repairer without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common Target Devices Repairer duties including to install, repair, replace, recondition, troubleshoot, field test and/or shop test target mechanisms and hit sensor devices; use general electrical and mechanical hand tools (such as, soldering iron, radial arm and electrical hand saws, hand drill; use oxygen-acetylene welder for flatwork cutting and welding; read technical manuals, schematic diagrams and similar guides which cover operation and maintenance of target systems and testing techniques; Operates tractors equipped with mowers, bucket, or blade on steep hills or in rough terrain to perform range maintenance. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)TroubleshootingUse of Measuring Instruments
PHYSICAL EFFORT
The work involves considerable standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, crawling and climbing up and down a steep flight of stairs (30-foot control tower) or embankments. Work may be done in awkward and cramped positions Operation of truck and tractor requires frequent arm and leg movement to operate and manipulate controls. Work may require working on ladders and towers to accomplish maintenance work. Frequently handles objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally handles objects weighing 100 pounds or over with assistance. Requires prolonged standing on concrete floors and walking over rough and uneven terrain.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works inside and outside during all types of weather conditions. Stands on concrete floors and works on ranges in rough terrain. Exposed to dangers of live fire ranges, pyrotechnics, laser frequencies and explosives. Operates truck and tractor on paved and unimproved roads in all types of weather and is exposed to the possibility of serious accidents. There is exposure to excessive noise and smoke from the training of military units on the ranges and possibility of injury and burns and explosions; dirt, grease, odors, dust, and fumes while performing maintenance; and possible danger from electric shock, battery acid spills, and falls from range towers and ladders. Safety glasses, ear protection devices, gloves, hard hats, welding hoods, goggles, face shields, and aprons are issued or available. There is some discomfort when wearing protective clothing.
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must qualify using specialized experience alone. No education substitution for specialized experience is authorized.
Contacts
- Address EK-APF-W6CSAA US ARMY GARRISON FT SILL
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Sill, OK 73503
US
- Name: Army Applicant Help Desk
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