Powered Support Systems Mechanic (SMALL SHOP Chief)(Title 32

Small Shop Chief

The purpose of this position is to serve as a Small Shop Chief (SSC) with the responsibility for the overall operations of a small shop. The position oversees and directs the work of WG-5378, Powered Support Systems Mechanics, who are assigned to the shop. The incumbent performs the full range of non-supervisory work of the shop. National Guard membership is required.

This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Connecticut Army National Guard. The major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Plans and lays out work to be accomplished in the shop which is then completed by the individual and lower graded worker(s).
• Performs the same type and level of work as performed within the unit.
• Implements safety regulatory requirements.
• Participates in various types of readiness preparations, inspections, evaluations, and mobilization and command support exercises.
• Independently determines appropriate maintenance procedures such as how and when the work should be accomplished.

Working conditions include working inside and outside in inclement weather, on icy or slippery ramps, aircraft surfaces and work stands, and in temperature and humidity extremes and is subject to the danger from exposure to an environment of toxic fumes, high pressure air and fluids, fast actuating metal aircraft surfaces, such as rotor heads, landing gear, explosive munitions, weapons, engine noise, heat, blast, intake suction, fast moving main gear box devices, rotating shafts, cartridge actuating devices, electrical voltage, fire and explosion caused by aircraft fuels, solvents, lubricants, paints and dusts, sharp edges, confined spaces.

Physical effort includes climbing, standing, stooping, bending, stretching and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts parts and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing over 50 pounds.