Aircraft Electrician (aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic)

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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. In 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 for WG-2800 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE FAMILY. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-2800 Electrical Installation and 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 the ability to perform the work of an AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN (AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC) with little or no supervision. 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 assigned shop and trade practices. Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials accounting and security. Knowledge of safety and security requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations and technical orders. Knowledge of USAF Technical Order Program and its procedures. 2. Ability to follow appropriate work practices including keeping a tidy, clean, and orderly work area. Ability to apply technical practices in the performance of assigned work. Ability to use and interpret computer data, wiring diagrams, technical data, blueprints, schematics, and engineering instructions. Ability to lay-out connecting circuits and make connections in order to prevent equipment or circuit overload or malfunction. 3. Comprehensive knowledge of the electrical theory, principles, and circuitry and instruments used in shop and trade practices and a knowledge of aircraft electrical systems and their relationships. Comprehensive knowledge of testing and troubleshooting techniques and procedures utilizing a variety of test devices and ability to analyze, modify, and repair complex electrical or environmental systems and components on assigned aircraft. 4. Knowledge of electronic principles in order to recognize types and sizes of resistors, capacitors, wiring, and transistors. Knowledge of the interface of electrical or environmental systems with hydraulic, electronic armament, instrument, and mechanical systems and assemblies. 5. Skill in installing, relocating, and repositioning electrical and electronic components and wiring to facilitate installation of equipment. Skill in calibrating and adjusting components such as amplifiers, proximity boxes, generators, and voltage regulators. Skill in tracing hard to locate and intermittent electrical defects and problems using a variety of meters and testing devices. 6. Ability to use and interpret computer data, wiring diagrams, technical data, blueprints, schematics, and engineering instructions. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS: 1. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. The incumbent's regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may also be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not exceed 30 % of total responsibilities. Work schedules will be so aligned to allow the individual to function fully on unit training assembly (UTA) weekends. Performs other related duties as assigned. 2. Performs uncommon tours of duty. Maybe required to work other than normal duty hours which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. 3. May be required to fly in military or commercial aircraft for TDY purposes. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Light to heavy physical exertion is required in lifting and carrying items weighing from 10 to 50pounds, and occasional objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds with the help of weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers. The work requires climbing, standing, bending, and stooping for extended periods of time and working at heights of up to 65 feet. Requires good hearing and active hand eye coordination. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Exposed to prevailing weather conditions, and must work outdoors and indoors. Exposed to physical hazards of aircraft maintenance including, but not limited to, electrical shock, flight l

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