AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC LEADER

SummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.The primary purpose of this position, AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC LEADER WG-8268-10, to Lead three or more workers to accomplish trades and/or labor work on a substantially full time and continuing basis and ensures that subordinates completed assigned work consistent with trades and labor standards.Learn more about this agencyDutiesHelp-Lead a team of trades and/or labor workers.-Set the pace and demonstrates proper work methods and techniques doing performance of work done by crew being led.-Inspect, maintain, modify, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, und tests a variety of major aircraft, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, their assemblies, and components.-Jack aircraft to flight configuration, hook up power sources, and using cockpit controls and gauges and additional precision instruments.-Maintain flap computer test box, flap revaluation counter, hydraulic test carts, master cylinder bleeder unit, and other powered ru1d non-powered ground equipment Maintain: torque wrenches, torque bars, weights, and push pull pressure scales.RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentU.S. Citizenship RequiredMales must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.govThe position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement ProgramThis position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidaysShift work and emergency overtime may be requiredEmployee must maintain current certificationsDisclosure of Political AppointmentsDepending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.The work may require the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license maybe required.Incumbent may be required to obtain/maintain asbestos identification, inspection, and removal certification.Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.This position may require travel.Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.QualificationsIn 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, etc2. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)3. Use of Measuring Instrument.4. Ability To Interpret Instruction, specification, etc. (Includes blueprint reading.)5. Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools and Equipment.6. Trouble Shooting.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: The work requires moderate to strenuous effort. Sits, stands, lifts equipment weighing 25 pounds without mechanical or human assistance, and occasionally items weighing in excess of 25 pounds with help from lifting equipment or other workers. Pushes heavy jacks and test stands and stoups, bends, stretches, and works in cramped, tiring and uncomfortable positions. Subject to high intensity and higher frequency sounds that impose a physical burden.Working Conditions: Work is performed in hanger areas, outdoors, in parked aircraft, and sometimes in hazardous noise areas. Exposed to extremes in heat, cold, and inclement. weather. Exposed to toxic fumes; dirt; grease, and aircraft fluids, oil, and hydraulic fluids. Incumbent is in danger of injury by fluids subject to high pressures (9,000-10,000 pound per square inch); falling from aircraft, work stands, or slips on oily floors; falling objects, or cockpits containing explosive devices; cuts, shocks, strains, or skin and eye irritations: and high intensity and higher frequency sound waves.Additional informationInteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.HelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefits