Industrial Equipment Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor Security Clearance

Position: Industrial Equipment Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor with Security Clearance
Location: Edwards Air Force Base

Duties
* Performs work-planning responsibilities.
* Performs work direction responsibilities.
* Performs administration responsibilities.
* Applies Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements
* Ensures education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives, good safety, and health habits In all work areas. Requirements Conditions of employment
* U.S. Citizenship Required
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* A security clearance may be required
* If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:  
* Recruitment incentives may be authorized
* This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
* Position may be subject to random drug testing
* Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
* Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
* Employee must maintain current certifications
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
* Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
* Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C, /. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed,and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate for a WS-5301-09 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor position is a seasoned technical leader who combines deep expertise in the mechanical repair of complex industrial machinery with proven supervisory experience. This individual ensures that critical Department of War (DoW) manufacturing, logistics, and base operations maintain maximum operational readiness through effective maintenance management and adherence to strict safety protocols.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive hands-on experience in the 5301 FWS (Federal Wage System) occupational series. They have advanced diagnostic and repair skills covering a wide array of heavy industrial equipment, such as CNC manufacturing machinery, hydraulic presses, pneumatic systems, industrial conveyers, and large-scale generators. They can seamlessly interpret complex blueprints, technical manuals, and electronic schematics to troubleshoot systemic mechanical or electromechanical failures.

Their technical authority allows them to accurately estimate repair times, determine the necessary parts, and identify when a machine requires total overhaul versus a component replacement. As a Wage Supervisor at the 09 level, the candidate excels in directing the daily operations of subordinate FWS mechanics and trades personnel. They are adept at planning work schedules, prioritizing emergent repair requests against routine maintenance, and balancing workloads based on the skill levels of their team.

The ideal supervisor fosters a culture of continuous learning, actively mentoring junior mechanics, providing clear instructions for complex repairs, and conducting fair and accurate performance evaluations. They handle personnel administration efficiently, addressing grievances and ensuring unit cohesion. The candidate is highly proactive, recognizing that mission readiness relies on preventing equipment failure before it occurs. They are skilled in developing and overseeing comprehensive Preventative Maintenance (PM) schedules that align with DoW operational requirements.

They efficiently manage the supply chain at the shop level, ensuring critical replacement parts and materials are procured and inventoried without causing production bottlenecks. The screen out element for this position is lead or supervise. JOB ELEMENTS:
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
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