Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor

Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list

As a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (TITLE 32), WS-8852-10, you will:

• Plans weekly or monthly work schedules and sequence of operations.
• Establishes deadlines and priorities based on established general schedules, methods and policies.
• Determines skills, materials and equipment required to do the work.
• Participates in the initial planning of current and future work schedules and development of budget requests.
• Provides workload data, estimates, information on staffing needs, and recommendations as the scheduling of projected work.
• Assigns tasks to be performed.
• Explains work requirements, methods, and procedures.
• Instructs subordinates on new procedures or methods and provides assistance on difficult or new problem areas.
• Reviews work in progress or on completion.
• Makes adjustments as necessary to effectively and economically accomplish the work.
• Notes and investigates work related problems and independently implements corrective actions which can be taken without affecting work operations controlled by other supervisors.
• Assures that equipment and materiel is available when needed.
• Coordinates work with other units.
• Recommends and participates in the selection of personnel to fill vacancies.
• Schedules and approves leave of subordinates.
• Sets performance requirements and makes formal and informal performance appraisals.
• Determines training needs of subordinates and arranges for its accomplishment.
• Counsels employees on problems. Adjusts informal complaints through discussions with employees and union representatives.
• Takes informal corrective action on conduct or performance problems.
• Initiates proposals for disciplinary action where needed. Works to achieve the objectives of Government-wide programs and policies, e.g., equal employment opportunity and labor management relations.
• Promotes the participation of subordinates in programs such as the suggestion program, cost reduction program, etc.
• Ensures that regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed with appropriate protective clothing and equipment being utilized.
• Maintains production reports and records.
• Periodically reviews position descriptions of subordinates for currency and accuracy.
• Initiates the detailing of subordinates to positions other than their own. Initiates or participates in review and improvement of work methods, organizational features, and the structuring of positions to eliminate unnecessary positions and achieve optimum content in those remaining.
• Performs the nonsupervisory work of the function as needed.
• Implements regulatory safety requirements and ensures that subordinates wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions.
• Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.
• May be required to perform such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or to serve as a team member on boards to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is a dual-status 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. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

Military Rank: Enlisted

Compatible Military Assignments: 2AXXX AFSC

• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Medical screening will be completed upon selection for hire.
• Soldiers who accept a technician position may be terminated from the Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP).
• Military membership in the Utah National Guard is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Pending analysis, you may be required to complete a new 1-year probationary period when moved to this position IAW CNGBI 1400.25.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• 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.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Potential for Incentive Pay.

Qualifications

*Your resume must reflect in detail how the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer meets the below listed general and specialized experience required for the position.

**Must include beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week in order to determine part time vs. full time credit.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates that the candidate has the ability to organize assignments for subordinates, estimate material and manpower needed for specific jobs; able to explain manuals and work procedures; and to prepare production records, work records and reports.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have specialized experience installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification. Experience coordinating the work of other mechanics, and scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow. Must have the ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container.

SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE:
Must have experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel. Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines. Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function. Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes. Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.