Nondestructive Tester

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command; Washington; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command seeks an Air Reserve Technician (ART) in a role tied to the regular civil service framework. The incumbent participates in unit training assemblies and aligns duties with ART requirements while performing non-destructive testing using radiology equipment and related procedures.

The position demands following complex instructions, operating test equipment, and applying USAF Technical Order Program knowledge to testing and maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• OPM standard for WG-3700 Metal Processing; emphasize quality of experience over time.

Responsibilities

• Follow oral and written instructions and interpret technical data for radiology testing.

Skills

Read schematics/blueprints

Operate test equipment

Computer operation

Interpret technical data

Quality awareness

Tools

SOAP

CEMS

Radiology equipment

Job description

This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, ARTs are required to maintain their active membership in the AF Reserve unit where assigned. ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month.

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 for WG-3700 Metal Processing Family QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-3700 Metal Processing Family. 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. The screen out element for this position is the ability to perform the work of a NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTER with little to no supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS:

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, ability to read and interpret a variety of technical data such as schematic diagrams, blueprints and technical orders relating to the electronics trade, ability to operate a computer, ability to convert instructions into appropriate computer language(s), as necessary.
• Skill in the use of standard hand and power tools of the industrial radiology trade.
• Ability to use a variety of test and measurement equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to use radiology systems, equipment or accessories, knowledge of basic shop mathematics or handbook formulae to calculate basic values or specifications, knowledge of safety and security requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations and technical orders, knowledge of tool, equipment, and materials accounting and security, knowledge of USAF Technical Order Program and its procedures, knowledge of requirements and skill in the use of SOAP and CEMS.
• Ability to calibrate equipment used in the industrial radiology trade.
• Ability to locate component/part deficiencies and recommend resolution.

CONDTIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT'D

• Ensures tools are properly marked, calibrated (if necessary), and are secured when area is unattended.
• This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow incumbent to fully participate in unit training assemblies (UTA). The incumbent's regular assignments are ART duties; however, the incumbent may be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities.
• May be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft to perform temporary/permanent duty assignments.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. May conduct OJT and/or classroom training. Also works with engineering, quality and laboratory personnel in establishing new testing procedures, providing practical technical assistance based on knowledge and experience.
• This is a testing designated position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Heavy lifting (45-79 pounds).
• Moderate lifting (15-44 pounds).
• Light lifting (under 15 pounds).
• Moderate carrying (15-44 pounds).
• Light carrying (under 15 pounds).
• One hour per week of straight pulling.
• One hour per week of pushing.Reaching above shoulder.
• Use of fingers.
• Both hands required.
• Four hours per week of walking.
• 10 hours peer week of standing.
• One hour per week crawling.
• One hour per week of kneeling.
• Three hours per week of repeated bending.
• Climbing, use of legs and arms.
• Both legs required.
• Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle.
• Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously.
• Near vision correctable at 13 inches to 16 inches to Jaeger 1 to 4.
• Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and 20/40 in the other.
• Both eyes required.
• Depth perception.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors.
• Hearing (with or without aid).

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Outside. Outside and inside (other than normal commuting). Excessive heat. Excessive cold. Excessive humidity. Excessive dampness or chilling. Dry atmospheric conditions. Excessive noise, intermittent. Dust. Solvents. Solvents (decreasing agents). Grease and oils. Radiant energy. Electrical energy. Slippery or uneven walking surface. Working around machinery with mov