Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic

About the role

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) seeks an Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic (WG-5378-10) to join the 97th Maintenance Group (MXG) at Altus AFB, Oklahoma. This is a full-time federal position offering exceptional pay and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance on ground power and non-powered support systems.
• Checks equipment for fuel, lubricants, coolant, and battery water levels.
• Checks pumps, batteries, fan belts, and spark plugs for wear and tear or replacement.
• Checks engine performance, generator bearings, and oil and/or temperature indicators on a regular and reoccurring basis.
• Auxiliary duties include assisting journeymen with major maintenance on ground support and non-powered equipment such as power sources, components, support components, and associated equipment.
• Performs periodic routine and special inspections of all scheduled equipment.
• Maintains and controls tools as established by the Air Force and the organization.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• This is a drug testing position. The employee is subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle up to and including an 2-1/2 ton truck and tow ground equipment in and out of the repair facility and to and from the flightline sub-pools. An appropriate valid driver’s license would be required.
• Required to qualify for a restricted area badge and in certain situations, may be required to support aircraft as a flight line driver.
• This is a very physical role and the employee must be able to climb, bend, stoop, crawl, and stand for prolonged periods on concrete or metal surfaces. Frequently lifts parts and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds and occasionally may lift and carry items that way about 50 pounds with mechanical lifting devices or with assistance from other workers.

Benefits

• Time Off: 11 Federal Holidays, 13 Sick Leave days, Vacation Time (starts at 13 days and earns up to 26 days).
• Insurance: No waiting period to qualify for health insurance for you and your family.
• Retirement: Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), part of a three-tiered system which contains a Basic Benefits Plan, Social Security, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(K).