EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST

Location

New Castle, PA | United States

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at Army National Guard Units in New Castle, Delaware, United States

Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION . This National Guard position is for a EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST , Position Description Number D1257000 and is part of the DE Surface Maintenance Office, National Guard. Responsibilities (1) Serves as a recognized authority on the repair and operation of various types of ARNG equipment. Provides instruction and assistance regarding equipment maintenance procedures, techniques, and methods as a part of the Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team ( MAIT ). (2) Provides advice, assistance, and guidance regarding maintenance management systems, material readiness programs, cost reduction programs, and maintenance shop practices in maintenance facilities. Receives reviews, and processes unit Army Material Status System ( AMSS ) reports and Missile Material Readiness reports and submits a consolidated report to the Logistics Support Activity ( LOGSA ). (3) Prepares and conducts both classroom and on-the-job training designed to upgrade, improve, and/or update the knowledge and working skills of unit maintenance personnel. Develops, writes, updates, and teaches units of instruction for new equipment training. Evaluates training progress in areas such as basic mechanic principles; theories of equipment repair and modification; compliance with established procedures and directives; requirements for equipment maintenance records and reports; and proper utilization of equipment, personnel, funds, and facilities. (4) Evaluates directives to ensure adherence to standard methods, conformity in maintenance procedures, and the proper use of maintenance equipment, facilities, and personnel. Recommends policy, procedure, or operation changes, as required, to facilitate and ensure efficiency in maintenance operations and manpower utilization. (5) Reviews the effectiveness and efficiency of equipment and maintenance management and needs for improvement of existing practices and the impact on the overall maintenance program. Reviews and evaluates information in technical reports, logistical studies, supply data systems, and observations/inspections of maintenance organizations. Researches material pertaining to maintenance and maintenance management. Utilizes computer software programs to identify errors, equipment, non-mission capable time, and to determine a course of action to improve readiness. Recommends the revision of higher headquarters’ policies, procedures, practices, and regulations. Provides methods for improving, consolidating, simplifying, and standardizing operations and management of maintenance activities. Performs assistance visits to logistic and maintenance functional areas to provide guidance and assistance to ensure effective and smooth maintenance operations. (6) Performs hands on maintenance procedures to personnel on proper trade techniques, practices, and explains safety precautions involved in maintenance. (7) Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Military Grades: E-5/ SGT – E-9/ SGM , WO1-WO2, O1/2LT-O3/ CPT Compatible Military Assignments: 88 91 92 94 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : GS-09 – Must have at least 24 months experience, education or training which provided knowledge and skill in applying principles, concepts, and methods of equipment design. Experience in the use of tools and test equipment. Experience developing, installing, inspecting or revising equipment maintenance programs and techniques. Quality of Experience: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates’ experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant’s record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position to be filled. Military Requirements: Military skill set is determined by AFSC / MOS requirements. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC / MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC / MOS . Specific requirements are found in: references listed below, NGB Compatibility tables and your local Personnel section. *Other Requirements – For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver’s license for the state in which they live or are principally employed. For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment. Education There are no substitutions of education for Specialized experience at GS-09 Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

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