Senior Operations Technician; Rucker Gunnery Range and Training Complex Operations, Maintena

Senior Operations Technician

Core Government Services (CGS) is seeking a Senior Operations Technician responsible for all contractor range operations duties including unit scheduling, firing desk manning, and Remote Computer Station (RCS) scheduling for the Fort Rucker Gunnery Range and Training Complex Operations, Maintenance, and Repair Services contract.

The Fort Rucker Aviation Center of Excellence (CoE) Gunnery Range and Training Complex provides numerous ranges and training areas supporting Program of Instruction (POI) courses, tenant and non-tenant units including Army Reserve and National Guard units, and military or law enforcement units in accomplishing the Commanders' training goals. CGS will provide personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, other items, and non-personnel services necessary to provide range operations, maintenance, and repair support for Fort Rucker Aviation Center of Excellence Gunnery Range and Training Complex.

• Aviation Gunnery Range targetry
• Range targetry
• Electronic maintenance
• Range computer systems operation
• Range and Training Area Complex maintenance
• Operational support to the Range Operations Center
• Range Safety and Operations
• Line of Sight and road maintenance
• Aviation Vertical Obstruction Identification support
• Compass Com GPS software operation
• Administrative reporting
• Logistical and sustainment operations for the Range Control Branch

• Familiar with contractual range operations center service requirements and responsibilities for the Fort Rucker Gunnery Range and Training Complex contract.
• Inspects and maintains range complex and training area.
• Uses Army and Installation regulations to provide oversight assistance for all training locations under contract.
• Serves as CGS junior leader for range operations and firing desk supporting the Chief, Training Division.
• Manages and coordinates all range and training area scheduling via the RFMSS database.
• Serves as technical authority for range operations during training and live fire events.
• Directs and coordinates full spectrum of range safety functions in absence of DAC staff and Senior Operations Technician.
• Provides continuity in operations.
• Works jointly with Range Branch government staff to plan, develop, and execute safe operations of live fire ranges and training areas.
• Ensures range safety requirements are adhered to in scheduling and maintenance of ranges and training facilities.
• Provides safety input to Chief, Training Division regarding changes to firing requests.
• Makes basic determinations regarding adequacy of requested non-standard training and recommends to Chief, Training Division.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma minimum.
• Minimum 3 years Operations Technician experience.
• Provides recommendations to Range Operations Leadership for improvements to existing operations.
• Assists with all contractor range operations duties.
• Assists with firing desk manning and scheduling.
• Assists with overseeing and tracking work assignments to completion.
• Encourages safe and secure work environment and practices.
• Assists with adherence to all range operations policies and procedures, contractual, ethics, and safety standards.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
• Proof of US Citizenship required.
• Must receive favorable Tier 1 investigation; preferred current DOD Secret Security Clearance.

• Advanced knowledge of Army range operations.
• Clear articulation and delivery of work objectives and instructions.
• Prioritization and time‑management skills to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of codes/regulations covering facility maintenance and worker safety.
• Independent work in a matrix setting with collaborative management.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Frequent visits to range and maintenance sites, including exposure to noise, weather, and outdoor conditions typical of live‑fire training environments.

Full‑time

0730 - 1630, Monday - Friday (may vary based on mission requirements)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Matching Program
• 11 Paid Holidays
• PTO / Sick leave benefits IAW SCA and CBA agreements
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Subscription to premium financial planning resources
• Over 2500 continued educational study courses

CGS provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process.

All employees are required to agree to a background check.