Bicycle Repairer jobs in Fort Smith, AR

Duties

(1) Performs a wide variety of repair, rebuild, modification, inspection, and testing of self-propelled artillery, towed artillery, turret mounted weapon systems, and associated mechanisms such as loading, firing and recoil mechanisms, turret hydraulic systems, drive controllers , oil gears, oil pumps, elevating and traversing mechanisms, hydraulic systems and simple electrical systems. Operates various component parts to determine serviceability and to localize malfunctions to determine extent of corrective adjustments and repair procedures required. Removes and disassembles weapon assemblies for repair, replacement, or overhaul. Replaces unserviceable or non-repairable parts. Observes action of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components for evidence of abnormal operations. Performs gas pressure tests and prefiring checks and adjustments. Measures cannon bores for wear and erosion by employing comparison gauge, borescope, and pullover gauge. Reassembles and installs assemblies on weapons and turret mechanisms. Performs final tests and adjustments to ensure that equipment is operating within the prescribed limits and tolerances.

(2) Works on complete artillery pieces or a wide variety of major components, complex assemblies, and systems. Works on major assemblies such as gun tubes, breeches, carriages, mounts, turrets, elevating, traversing, loading, and control systems. Incumbent decides what parts and mechanisms can be reworked, refitted, or replaced. Performs adjustments and alignments as required. Assembles, adjusts, installs, aligns, and meshes recoil systems, hydraulic rammers, traversing mechanisms, and similar major components.

(3) Traces circuits by referring to schematic diagrams and visually inspects circuits for faulty insulation, poor electrical contacts, and broken or worn electrical components. Uses test equipment and analyzes continuity of circuits. Repairs or replaces circuits. Employs applicable test, measuring and diagnostic equipment in conjunction with technical publications and prior knowledge to diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions.

(4) May serve as a commodity inspector during Command Maintenance Management evaluations (COMET) or as a member of a Maintenance Assistance Instruction Team (MAIT).

(5) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

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.

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.

Military Grades: Enlisted/Warrant Officer

Minimum Grade - PVT (E-1)
Maximum Grade - CW3/(W-3)

Compatible Military Assignments: Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard and hold MOS 91B, 91P, 91C, 91H

IMPORTANT NOTES (AS APPLICABLE): Upon selection for this position, individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation. A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position. Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment. A pre-placement physical is required if not already current. Upon selection, must complete mandatory Full-Time Support (FTS) Training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment (if applicable, training will be coordinated by the supervisor). Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion, as determined by the Human Resources Office (HRO). Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (Grade Inversion). Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed by the position (see Military Grade Requirement above) may apply; however, they must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO.

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  Agency contact information

  AR HRO Customer Service

  Email

  ng.ar.ararng.mbx.hro-qa@army.mil

  Address

  AR ARNG CSMS A
  Bldg 7020 Gate 19 Road
  Fort Chaffee, AR 72905
  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.

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Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

(1) Arkansas Army National Guard (AR ARNG) Technicians; (2) All members of the AR ARNG, (3) Individuals who are not members of the National Guard but who are eligible to acquire membership in an available and compatible military grade for excepted technician positions. (Upon selection, must be a member of the AR Army National Guard).