THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a ARTILLERY REPAIRER (Title 32), Position Description Number D1223000 and is part of the AR ARNG CSMS A, National Guard. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED

Duties

(1) Performs a wide variety of repair, rebuild, modification, inspection, and testing of self-propelled artillery, towed artillery, turret mounted weapon systems, and associated mechanisms such as loading, firing and recoil mechanisms, turret hydraulic systems, drive controllers , oil gears, oil pumps, elevating and traversing mechanisms, hydraulic systems and simple electrical systems. Operates various component parts to determine serviceability and to localize malfunctions to determine extent of corrective adjustments and repair procedures required. Removes and disassembles weapon assemblies for repair, replacement, or overhaul. Replaces unserviceable or non-repairable parts. Observes action of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components for evidence of abnormal operations. Performs gas pressure tests and prefiring checks and adjustments. Measures cannon bores for wear and erosion by employing comparison gauge, borescope, and pullover gauge. Reassembles and installs assemblies on weapons and turret mechanisms. Performs final tests and adjustments to ensure that equipment is operating within the prescribed limits and tolerances. (2) Works on complete artillery pieces or a wide variety of major components, complex assemblies, and systems. Works on major assemblies such as gun tubes, breeches, carriages, mounts, turrets, elevating, traversing, loading, and control systems. Incumbent decides what parts and mechanisms can be reworked, refitted, or replaced. Performs adjustments and alignments as required. Assembles, adjusts, installs, aligns, and meshes recoil systems, hydraulic rammers, traversing mechanisms, and similar major components. (3) Traces circuits by referring to schematic diagrams and visually inspects circuits for faulty insulation, poor electrical contacts, and broken or worn electrical components. Uses test equipment and analyzes continuity of circuits. Repairs or replaces circuits. Employs applicable test, measuring and diagnostic equipment in conjunction with technical publications and prior knowledge to diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions. (4) May serve as a commodity inspector during Command Maintenance Management evaluations (COMET) or as a member of a Maintenance Assistance Instruction Team (MAIT). (5) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to perform mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic system operations. Experience demonstrating the ability to fit and adjust parts and assemblies. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training in dismantling, cleaning, and reassembling various artillery subassemblies. Experience which has demonstrated the ability to diagnose malfunctions by recognizing worn or damaged parts by measurement, strength of springs or dimension of parts. Experience using hand tools, a limited number of measuring instruments, and a variety of test equipment. Experience which demonstrated the ability to interpret and apply a variety of technical manuals and similar published materials.

Contacts

• Address AR ARNG CSMS A Bldg 7020 Gate 19 Road Fort Chaffee, AR 72905 US
• Name: AR HRO Customer Service
• Email: [email protected]