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POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEM MECHANIC (D1334000)

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PUERTO RICO NATIONAL GUARD

AIR TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Duty Location: 156th Wing, Civil Engineer Squadron, Muñiz ANG Base, Carolina, PR

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Summary

PUERTO RICO NATIONAL GUARD

AIR TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Duty Location: 156th Wing, Civil Engineer Squadron, Muñiz ANG Base, Carolina, PR

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Overview

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Accepting applications

Location

Carolina, PR

1 vacancy

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $31.06 - $33.65 per hour Pay scale & grade

WU 10

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Temporary - 30-NOV-2028

Occupations and job series

• 5378 Powered Support Systems Mechanic

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Secret Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number PR-13045212-AF-26-075 Control number 889827900

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• This position require military membership in the Puerto Rico AIR National Guard (PRANG)
• Selected applicant(s) will be required to complete an online Onboarding process.

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Conditions of employment

• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You must maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. Possess or be able to acquire and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Continued employment in this position is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the mandatory training specifically identified for the position.
• Continued employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of the physical examination and periodic medical evaluation thereafter.
• Loss of military membership will result in immediate loss of your full-time military technician position.
• Excepted Civil Service Technicians are required to maintain a AFSC and military grade that is determined by the NGB to be compatible with the assigned technician position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the Government Travel Credit Card (GTC) as a condition of employment.
• Must possess a valid PR State driver's license to operate government motor vehicle in accordance with Service specific Vehicle Operations Directives.
• If selected for this position who is not qualified in one of the mentioned AFSC, MUST submit to HRO, before date of appointment, the correct military paperwork/application to attend the technical training school required to be AFSC Qualified.
• If selectee fails to process the school application and does not successfully graduate from the school, he/she will be terminated from the technician program for failure to meet the compatibility standards and receive a 30 days notice of separation.
• Acceptance of any military technician position may cause the termination of entitlements and eligibility for all military bonuses and student loan repayments. For further information you must contact the appropriate military Education Office.

Qualifications

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

This position requires military membership in the Puerto Rico Air National Guard (PRANG). If you are not a military member of the PRANG (i.e. member of the PR Army NG, civilian, active-duty Airman, prior service, Airman member from another state, reservist, IRR, State Guard, etc.), you must contact the State Production Superintendent (SPS) Office at (787) 787-289-1400 extension 1713 or (787) 529-6102 and request the PRANG Military Basic Requirements (MBR) Certification. If the MBR Certification is not submitted, or you do not meet the requirements to be a member of the PRANG, your application will not be screened.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:

HRO MUST process and clear the Department of Defense (DoD), Priority Placement Program (PPP), prior to advertising all internal and external job vacancies and promotion announcements.

Area 1 = All permanent Technician Enlisted members employees (NG T32/NG T5) within Puerto Rico Air National Guard.

Area 2 = All indefinite Technician Enlisted members employees (NG T32/NG T5) within Puerto Rico Air National Guard.

Area 3 = Enlisted members currently serving members of the Puerto Rico Air National Guard.

Area 4 = Enlisted members Prior (former) members of the Puerto Rico Air National Guard.

Area 6 = Applicants who meet all requirements to become an Enlisted member of the Puerto Rico Air National Guard.(If the MBR certification is not submitted, your application will not be screened.)

First round consideration will be given to Area 1 Candidates. (All other Areas will be screened only in the event that there are no qualified or recommended Candidates).

To prevent a grade inversion, military rank allowed for this position will be determined at the final evaluation of the vacancy announcement considering the military rank of the supervisor.

Acceptance of any military technician position may cause the termination of entitlements and eligibility for all military bonuses and student loan repayments. For further information you must contact the appropriate military Education Office.

DUTIES:

As a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEM MECHANIC (D1334000), WU-5378-10, you will install, repair, maintain, service, and modify scheduled and unscheduled inspections on aircraft arresting systems and electrical power production equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Frequent bending, reaching, crouching, standing, and arm movement is required. Some work performed in awkward positions or in cramped areas. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally lifts heavier items using jacks, hoists, or other helpers.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Works inside and outside. Frequently exposed to drafts, changing temperatures and loud noises. May be exposed to bad weather and irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and hard, damp floors. Works with high voltage electrical power and must come in contact with petroleum products. Works on equipment parts that are dirty and greasy and may be dangerous to operation or repair because of defects. Frequently exposed to cuts, burns, strains, and electrical shock while repairing, adjusting, positioning, or moving equipment. Exposed to the possibility of burns and skin irritations from acids, fluids, and lubricants. Follows safety procedures and wears protective glasses and clothing which may be uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time. Personnel are required to be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in case of aircraft engagements, power outages and/or other system problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

You will lose consideration for the position if your application does not include all the information/documents requested on the vacancy announcement. The USAJOBS Resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you met the required GENERAL and SPECIALIZED experience. Experiences copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and will disqualify you from the position. National Guard military (part-time) service is considered as full-time experience when evaluated against the qualification requirements. The applicant is credited with actual number of months the member has been in the National Guard provided such service is related to the position to be filled.

SELECTED FACTOR:

Must possess a Special Experience Identifier of SEI 331, and recertify every three years, to certify aircraft arresting systems back into service after major and minor repairs and after an aircraft engagement (copy of the required document (DD214 or certificate) MUST be submitted with your application in order to be considerate for this position).

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of mechanical maintenance work; ability to read and use technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams and schematics, and skill in the use of equipment and hand tools used in troubleshooting, testing and repairing equipment.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

Applicant must possess at least EIGHTEEN (18) months of specialized experience performing or supervising duties such as performing inspections, and off-equipment maintenance, on aircraft arresting systems; accomplishing gasoline engine rebuilding; checking and/or adjusting valves, bearings, cams, bushings, gear boxes, sprockets, chains and fairlead beam components; doing stripping, sanding and painting of aircraft arresting systems; using test equipment such as voltmeters, megohmmeters, ampmeters, ohmmeters continuity tester, feelergage and other test equipment; solving all repair or maintenance problems using technical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and technical orders; performing maintenance on arresting system; troubleshooting controlled heating systems and position control systems; replacing heater elements, mercury switches, and solid state heater control units; operating and troubleshooting radio control systems; coordinating all aircraft arresting systems duties which requires access to active runways; scheduling and coordinating exercises as rewind procedures, operations and annual certification engagements; installing portable aircraft arresting systems worldwide; training traditional guardsmen in the operation and maintenance of aircraft arresting systems; maintaining records for documentation of preventive maintenance, repairs, tape and cable life, and all aircraft engagements.

Education

There are NO educational requirements for this position at this time.

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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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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.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Ability to Inspect, Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading), Ability to Use Prints and Drawings, and Troubleshooting

Benefits

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A 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

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WHICH INCLUDES:

1. Online USAJOBS Resume - Your resume in ENGLISH showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed we accept resumes that are no longer than TWO (2) pages in length. USAJOBS Help Center | What should I include in my federal resume?

2. Online Questionnaire (mandatory).

3. If you are a permanent employee of the PRANG (Tenure 1, 2 or 3), submit your SF-50 with this application (Refer to block 24).

4. Official/Student transcript showing conferred degree (if applicable).

5. Additional documentation (if required in the vacancy announcement).

FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTATION BY THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE CONSIDERATION.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13045212

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Agency contact information

Miriam Pagan-Jimenez

Phone 787-289-1400 X1480 Email MIRIAM.PAGANJIMENEZ.CIV@ARMY.MIL Address PR 156th Wing Civil Engineer

Muniz ANG Base

Carolina, PR 00985

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE WHICH INCLUDES:

1. Online USAJOBS Resume - Your resume in ENGLISH showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed we accept resumes that are no longer than TWO (2) pages in length. USAJOBS Help Center | What should I include in my federal resume?

2. Online Questionnaire (mandatory).

3. If you are a permanent employee of the PRANG (Tenure 1, 2 or 3), submit your SF-50 with this application (Refer to block 24).

4. Official/Student transcript showing conferred degree (if applicable).

5. Additional documentation (if required in the vacancy announcement).

FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTATION BY THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE CONSIDERATION.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13045212

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

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Agency contact information

Miriam Pagan-Jimenez

Phone 787-289-1400 X1480 Email MIRIAM.PAGANJIMENEZ.CIV@ARMY.MIL Address PR 156th Wing Civil Engineer

Muniz ANG Base

Carolina, PR 00985

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!

Agency contact information

Miriam Pagan-Jimenez

Phone 787-289-1400 X1480 Email MIRIAM.PAGANJIMENEZ.CIV@ARMY.MIL Address PR 156th Wing Civil Engineer

Muniz ANG Base

Carolina, PR 00985

US

Summary

PUERTO RICO NATIONAL GUARD

AIR TECHNICIAN VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Duty Location: 156th Wing, Civil Engineer Squadron, Muñiz ANG Base, Carolina, PR

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

Carolina, PR

1 vacancy

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $31.06 - $33.65 per hour Pay scale & grade

WU 10

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Temporary - 30-NOV-2028

Occupations and job series

• 5378 Powered Support Systems Mechanic

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No

Drug test No Security clearance Secret Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number PR-13045212-AF-26-075 Control number 889827900

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