EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST-TITLE 32

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST-TITLE 32, Position Description Number PDD1257000 and is part of the KY SMO, National Guard. NOTE: Indefinite employment is temporary and is expected to last more than one year but no more than five consecutive years. This appointment will not exceed 5 Sep 2027 and will not be extended without further competition.

What you will do

• As a EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST-TITLE 32, GS-1670-9, you will provide instruction and assistance regarding equipment maintenance procedures, techniques, and methods as a part of the Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team.
• Provide advice, assistance, and guidance regarding maintenance management systems, material readiness programs, cost reduction programs, and maintenance shop practices in maintenance facilities.
• Prepare and conduct training designed to upgrade, improve, and/or update the knowledge and working skills of unit maintenance personnel.
• Develop, write, update, and teach units of instruction for new equipment training.
• Perform hands on maintenance procedures to personnel on proper trade techniques, practices, and explains safety precautions involved in maintenance.
• Recommend policy, procedure, or operation changes to facilitate and ensure efficiency in maintenance operations and manpower utilization, as needed.
• Review the effectiveness and efficiency of equipment and maintenance management.
• Review and evaluate information in technical reports, logistical studies, supply data systems, and observations/inspections of maintenance organizations.
• Research material pertaining to maintenance and maintenance management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD1257000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office.
• Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ***.

Requirements

• You must maintain membership in the Kentucky National Guard.
• You must be assigned to a compatible military position.
• Wear of the military uniform.
• Position may require a pre-employment physical.
• May be subject to furlough actions.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must obtain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
• Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate a military bonus.
• Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
• This position is located on a tobacco free facility.
• 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.

How you will be evaluated

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 Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment, Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic), and Troubleshooting.

Documents you must provide

• To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
• Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) of employment and duties performed.
• Other supporting documents: No other documents required. ***Current on-board applicants (AREA 1B, Title 32 technicians) will retain current tenure and be temporarily promoted or reassigned, all others will be hired with indefinite tenure.***

What to expect next

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.

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 (***).