Munitions Operator Leader (Guided Missiles)
U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command - Department of the Army
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command employees with competitive status within the local commuting area. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Munitions Operator Leader (Guided Missiles) without more than normal supervision. have the ability to do the work of a Munitions Operator (Guided Missiles) without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common task including; Perform destruction of missiles, rocket motors and normal maintenance of guided missiles. Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and machinery. – Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Inspect Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Effort: Moderate physical exertion is required. Work requires standing, stooping, bending, and lifting (occasionally items weighing up to 50 pounds) most of the time and continuous physical activity in handling, pulling, turning, and pushing of missiles and dollies. Requires lifting and carrying items (tools, equipment parts and components) from 10 to 40 pounds (and occasionally items weighing up to 50 pounds- require a pre-employment physical). Work can require large amounts of walking (five to ten miles) between controls areas and equipment bays. Operators are required to bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods of time to work around the equipment during operations and troubleshooting activities. Workspace is limited in many instances requiring operators to be in awkward positions for periods of time. Work requires going up and down steps and on elevated structures (12 to 14 feet high). Incumbent must pass physical examination for working with and handling hazardous propellants and explosives. Working Conditions: Work is generally performed inside well lighted, climate-controlled buildings. Work is occasionally performed outside with some exposure to weather extremes. Some missiles or rocket assignments require incumbent to wear full protective clothing including acid proof coveralls (insulated during winter months); rubber suit, aprons, boots, and gloves; and protective hoods. Must wear safety glasses while removing port plugs. Exposure to propellant fumes, oil, grease, paint, cleaners, thinners, etc. Work includes donning full protective clothing (Tyvek and full face/half mask respirators) when performing pollution abatement system maintenance. Operators subject to profuse perspiration and extreme fatigue when working in protective clothing. Operators are subject to injuries such as cuts, bruises and burns while performing equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Operators are exposed to high heat situations from the energetics thermal treatment equipment. Protective clothing for high heat equipment is required. Operators are subject to broken bones and injuries from falls when climbing steps and working on elevated structures. Operators are required to wear fall protection harnesses in some situations. Operators are exposed to electrical shock and burns. Arc rated protective clothing is required for electrical work.
Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. About the Position: This position is with the Joint Munitions Command located at Richmond, Kentucky. This position serves as Munitions Operator Leader (Guided Missiles), to perform troubleshooting operations, inspection, and maintenance of a wide variety of complex missiles.