Powered Support Systems Mechanic
- Location:
- Pennsylvania, Chambersburg
- Requires Relocation:
- No
- Start Date:
- 10/12/2024
- End Date:
- 26/12/2024
- Offering Type:
- Term
- Hiring Paths:
- The public
- Service Type:
- Competitive
- Travel Percentage:
- Occasional travel
About U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command
Looking to make a difference? Join our team! Army Materiel Command (AMC) is the Army’s primary logistics and sustainment command, responsible for managing the global supply chain and ensuring installation and materiel readiness across the Total Force. AMC is one of the Army’s largest commands with nearly 165,000 military, Army Civilian and contractor employees, impacting all 50 states and more than 150 countries. Since 1962, AMC has played a significant role in supplying our forces during wars, conflicts and contingencies, and providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief. From managing the Army’s global supply chain to providing quality of life programs for Soldiers and families; from providing financial management and contracting capabilities to leading the way in data analytics, AMC’s missions are wide ranging and critical. AMC’s workforce is at the core of the command’s support to the Warfighter. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a culture that puts people first, we have an extensive array of career paths available. Join today and be the power behind ensuring the best equipped and sustained fighting force in the world. Applicants may visit the Applicant Inquiry – CHRA Portal (army.mil) link if they have questions when applying for positions through USAJOBS. To submit an applicant inquiry, please visit: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq&validate=true.
Job summary
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. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for DIB & MRTFB to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is located at the DIRECTORATE OF INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.
Major duties
Use a variety of technical information resources to support system modifications. Use specialized testing equipment for inspection of functionality to unit. Determine if equipment is functioning in conjunction with required system specifications. Plan work in proper sequence with organization's procedures. Troubleshoot repair needed to generator or comparable system.
Qualification
This is a term position not to exceed 13 months. Term positions may be extended up to a maximum of 6 years, and MAY NOT be converted to permanent. Term employment is subject to a one-year trial period. Employees serving a trial period can be removed with limited appeal rights. Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Powered Support Systems Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Can perform the common range of work relative to the diagnosing, repair or adjusting and testing of mobile equipment and equipment such as powered and motor generators containing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and similar systems. Work under the supervision of a work leader or journey- level employee who reviews my work for completion.- Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort Work involves frequent bending, reaching, crouching, standing and climbing over and around equipment. Sometimes work is in cramped areas where awkward positions are assumed during performance. There is frequent lifting of items weighing up to 40 pounds. Heavier items are moved with assistance of others or by materials handling equipment. Working Conditions Work is performed inside or outside. Inside areas are usually well lighted and heated, however, they are subject to drafts and changing temperatures. Outside work may require occasional exposure to inclement weather. There is frequent exposure to loud noise, dust, fumes, grease, dirt, and hard surfaced floors. There is possibility of cuts, burns, bruises, strains, electrical shock, and broken bones from falls. Incumbents may be required to wear various protective and safety devices or clothing which may be uncomfortable.
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.
Evaluations
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates