POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC

Army National Guard Units

North Kingstown (RI)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 62,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Army National Guard Units in Rhode Island seeks a Powered Support Systems Mechanic to maintain and repair ground support equipment used in aircraft servicing.

The role covers troubleshooting, preventive maintenance scheduling, and repairs of power generators, air compressors, deicers and related systems, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position requiring a Secret clearance and availability to work on-site in North Kingstown.

Qualifications

Education may not be used as a substitution for experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair ground support equipment used in aircraft servicing and repairs.
Troubleshoot deficiencies and repair flight-critical equipment including lifting devices, turbine powered generators, towing devices and APU.
Perform preventive maintenance, servicing, tire/oil filter changes and part replacements; keep logs and records.

Job description

Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC, PD Number D1067000 and is part of the RI AASF. The primary purpose for the position is to perform duties involving the maintenance and repair of power ground and other support equipment used in aircraft servicing and repairs.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the Ground Support Equipment maintenance program, inventory control, and the identification and scheduling of preventive maintenance requirements for ground support equipment. Troubleshoots deficiencies and repairs flight critical equipment including lifting devices, turbine powered generators, towing devices and auxiliary power units.

Trouble-shoots, repairs; services; performs modifications on, and operates powered ground support equipment such as AC and DC power generators, air compressors, blowers, heaters, portable lighting units, deicers and non-powered equipment to include work stands, jacks, ramps, tow-bars, etc. Trouble-shoots equipment and determines the extent of repairs as well as the parts required.

The authorized level of maintenance includes troubleshooting, tune-ups and adjustments of internal combustion and turbine engines, fuel controls, carburetors, clutch linkage, brakes and other mechanical links that utilize common hand tools and a variety of test equipment.

Performs required preventive maintenance and servicing of equipment including repairing and replacing tires, lubrication, oil changes, replacing air, fuel and oil filters, checking fluid levels; and adjusting or replacing ignition parts, hoses, v-belts, and other items. Keeps equipment clean and free from dirt, oil, grease and corrosion. Periodically observes the operation of equipment to detect problems. Maintains records and equipment log books.

Performs major system component overhaul/rebuild, repair/replacement and troubleshooting as needed, to include but not limited to, power-plant systems, brake systems, steering systems, hydraulic systems, diesel and gas systems, air systems, starting systems, ignition systems and electrical systems in addition to the following components, power-plant, brake, fuel, steering, hydraulic, air, starting, ignition and electrical system. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education

Education may not be used as a substitution for experience in the occupational series or grade.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $38.46 – $44.86/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-03.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Nguard' hiring path.