This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, ARTs are required to maintain their active membership in the AF Reserve unit where assigned. ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WS-6600 Armament Work 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 The screen out element for this position is the 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 a wide range of principles, processes, and techniques of trade(s) and/or craft(s) supervised; Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices, and procedures, including sexual harassment and Equal Employment Opportunity/ Equal Employment Treatment. 2. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures; Knowledge of conventional munitions maintenance and storage procedures; Knowledge of environmental practices and procedures. 3. Knowledge of MMHE, support equipment, and armament systems; Knowledge of non-guided munitions systems and equipment; Knowledge in the safe operation of various light and heavy machinery and vehicles. 4. Knowledge of ground and explosive safety; Ability to read and interpret technical orders, manufacturers' manuals, maintenance bulletins, blueprints, schematic drawing, and other technical information, and use complex shop mathematics and handbook formulas to complete work. 5. Knowledge of supply systems; Knowledge of automated and manual accounting systems; Ability to troubleshoot complete ordnance systems such as missiles and erecting and launching devices and make necessary repairs and modification and perform operational and functional tests. 6. Knowledge of the make-up, operation, and installation of a variety of munitions assemblies. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The work requires standing, bending, stooping, climbing, stretching, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions and in hard to reach places. Frequently lifts parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: The work is performed either inside or outside, and subjects the employee to prevailing weather conditions, noise, slippery or uneven surfaces, and working in confined areas. Exposed to the possibility of cuts, burns, grease, oil, dirt, electrical shock, and possible injury when de-arming and arming the system. 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.
The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the Air Reserve Technician (ART), section supervisor, exercising technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in accomplishing munitions work. Trains reservists in the duties and responsibilities set forth herein. DUTIES: Based on established work schedules, determines work sequence and makes work assignments accordingly; Complies with all Federal, State, DOD, USAF, and local regulations concerning hazardous materials/waste munitions assets. Performs work direction responsibilities. Assigns work to individuals and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes. Performs administrative responsibilities. Advises employees of performance expectations. Provides proper guidance and direction, continuous feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Applies Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensures all personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination. Ensures education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives, good safety, and health habits in all work areas; Reserve Training: Administers the reserve training and associated programs for Sortie Support Flight ensuring consistent standards throughout the flight for traditional reservists and ARTs.