Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT) (Title 32), Position Description Number D1371000 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard. Duties Help As a SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT) (Title 32), WG-3806-10, you will accomplish the inspection, repair, modification, installation and troubleshooting of sheet metal, fiberglass, bonded honeycomb and other structural materials and components as well as treatment (i.e., mechanical and chemical), and painting of missiles, aircraft powered and nonpowered Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE), and monitoring aircraft and equipment washing. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: • Inspect aircraft and determine nature and extent of repairs using technical orders. • Perform inspection of damage or deterioration on plastic, fiberglass, and bonded structures. • Identify and treat corrosion using mechanical and chemical testing procedures. • Conduct corrosion and washing inspections to ensure compliance with scheduled plans. • Use hand or powered drilling and cutting tools to remove and install contoured skins. • Set up and operate brakes, rolls, shears, dimpling machines, drill presses, and saws. • Use portable powered sanders, buffers, scrapers, grinders, and bead blasters. • Maintain and requisition supplies and equipment necessary for structural repairs. • Perform removal, repair, and installation of structural parts like spars, ribs, and skins. • Seal structures to make them pressure, water, and weather tight. • Install aircraft fasteners including heat-treated, high-shear, blind-type rivets. • Treat metal surfaces using passivation and pickling procedures to prevent oxidation. • Devise and calculate patterns using triangulation, radial, and parallel line development. • Prepare and design layouts, jigs, dies, and templates for fabrication or modification. • Perform layout, bending, cutting, and forming of local manufactured items. • Work from blueprints, technical orders, diagrams, and work orders for structural fabrication. Requirements Help Conditions of employment • IAW The Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during or after a job interview. If an Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration of Employment is submitted prior to the point of a conditional offer, questions related to background information section may not be asked. • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and in the military grade listed in the announcement. This is required prior to the effective date of placement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. • May be required to successfully complete a trial period. • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. • Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. • Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position. • PCS expenses may be authorized. • Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. • Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance. • Position available when vacated by incumbent. • Indefinite position/temporary promotion/may become permanent. Qualifications AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence: • The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. • The SECOND area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees. • The THIRD area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible. • The FOURTH area of consideration will be applicants willing to become T32 Dual Status Technicians and gain ILNG membership. • The FIFTH area of consideration will U.S. Citizens. Military Grades: Enlisted Only - Minimum rank requirement of A1C and May not exceed the rank of SSgt. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: MUST possess experience or training that has provided the candidate with the ability to plan, manufacture, and install cylindrical, square, or rectangular-shaped objects that have easily constructed fastenings such as single and double-hem edges and single, double or grooved seams. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WG-10 Level - MUST possess specialized experience which includes experience or training in planning, layout, and construction skills to manufacture items and systems with dovetailed seams, set-in-bottom seams, burred-bottom seams, or wired or lock seams. Experience using more complicated shop tools and equipment. Experience in using metals including stainless steel, copper sheet, magnesium, honeycomb material and alloys. Experience demonstrating the use of more complicated mathematical calculations and complicated measuring instruments. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade. Additional information • If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered, or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). • If you are needing some extra information regarding Federal Resumes, you should consider these tips from USA Jobs: USAJOBS Help Center | What should I include in my federal resume. Expand Hide additional information Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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See More Details >>THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT) (Title 32), Position Description Number D1371000 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.
See More Details >>Aircraft A&P Mechanic Piston And/or Sheet Metal Experience Required Candidates must have a valid A&P Certificate Candidates must have a strong background and work history performing aircraft maintenance repairs on general aviation piston singles, twins, turboprops and/or light jets. • Inspect, service, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace, overhauls aircraft componentsparts, hydraulic systemslanding gear, electrical systems, structuressheet metal, flight controlsrigging, pneumatic systems, engines, propellers, etc. • Reads and interprets manufacturer's maintenance manuals, illustrated parts manual, wiring manuals, structures manuals, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and other manufacture's advisory letters to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. • Examines engines and propeller systems for normal operation and make adjustments as required. • Should be able to operate an engine to locate source of malfunction. • Replaces or repairs worn or damaged components such as alternators, magnetos, propellers, ignition systems, fuel systems, etc. • Inspects parts for wear, warping, or other defects. • Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories. • Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including changing oil, oil filter, cleaning screens, lubricating moving parts, and checking brakes. • Must account for all parts, materials, and documentation. • Performs other duties assigned by the Director of Maintenance. • Comply with Byerly Aviation, Airport, FAA, TSA and other regulatory rules pertaining to the FBO operations pertaining to aircraft maintenance. • Must be able to read, interpret and work from engineering drawings, blue prints, production illustrations and other specifications to determine the identity, location and relationship of aircraft parts.Demonstrates skill and capability in aircraft maintenance with a dedication to assisting the customer with their needs. • * Competitive Salary, $25 to $40 per hour based on experience • Competitive Benefits: Group Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life. Company-Paid AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability. 401(k), vacation, paid leave, holiday pay Byerly Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualifications for A&P Mechanic • High School diploma or equivalent required • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen per DOT FAA requirements • Must be able to pass an airport security background check per DHS requirements • Must be able to rotate weekend shifts for airline support as needed • Piston experience strongly desired • Sheet metal experience strongly desired • Valid A/P License • Valid Driver's License • Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and three years related experience and/or training. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Peoria, IL typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of on-the-job training. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected job growth of 0.2% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $15.30 per hour, with an annual overtime average of $2,656. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $56,000 annually for experienced professionals.
