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Range Maintenance Worker

Posting Begin Date: 2024/10/04

Posting End Date: 2024/11/04

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Boise, ID, United States

Minimum Salary: 26.41

Maximum Salary: 34.34

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

STATE OF IDAHO

MILITARY DIVISION

Human Resource Office (HRO)

State Personnel Branch

4794 General Manning Avenue, Building 442

Boise, Idaho 83705-8112

Telephone: (208) 801-4276

STATE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Registers established from this announcement may remain valid up to one year to fill vacancies within the same classification.

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 24-87-MN AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to current Enlisted members (E-6 and below) of the Idaho National Guard or those eligible for membership(Membership is a condition of employment) POSITION TITLE: Range Maintenance Worker PAY GRADE: NGA-8 CLASS CODE: 20198 SALARY RANGE: $26.41 to $34.34 hourly ($54,940 to $71,427 annually) -pay typically starts at $26.41/hour FLSA CODE: Covered DUTY LOCATION: Military Division, Idaho Army National Guard (IDARNG), Idaho Training Center - Orchard Range, Boise, Idaho-not remote TYPE OF POSITION: Military Nonclassified; Army or Air; Enlisted (E-6 and below) COMPATIBLE MILITARY FIELD: Not Applicable

The HRO State Personnel Branch will not forward non-qualifying or incomplete application packets for consideration – ensure to attach all required information as specified below. PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE APPLYING.

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

State of Idaho Employees: When searching for a new career within the state, browse and apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State External Career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new job. Internal candidates should always use Luma Opportunities.

YOUR APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:

• Military Division Mandatory Questions – Attachment of your individual responses to mandatory questions for all applicants

• Qualifications - Attachment of your individual responses to each of the Mandatory Requirements and each Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)specified in this announcement under QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS. Attach document/pdf to your application with all your responses. This is required to assess you meet all requirements for consideration. If not provided, your application will be considered INCOMPLETE.

• Documentation identified as a Mandatory Requirement –When required, attach copies of educational diplomas, transcripts, or training certificates; or professional licenses, certifications or registrations.

• Optional: Attach a resume and/or other supplemental documentation to support your qualifications.

MILITARY DIVISION MANDATORY QUESTIONS:

(1) Except for minor traffic offenses, have you ever entered a plea of guilty, no contest, or had a withheld judgment to a felony offense?

If YES please explain on a separate paper and attach it to your application.

(2) Do you certify that I am a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or a Foreign National with authorization to work in the United States

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Applicants must attach to their application individual responses addressing each requirement separately.

Mandatory Requirements (conditions of employment) Provide the requested information, address your willingness and ability to meet the applicable condition and/or how you meet the requirement.

Provide your individual responses in an attachment to your application addressing each requirement (1-3) separately.

(1) Must be an enlisted member (E-6 and below) of the Idaho National Guard or willing to enlist. Provide your military grade, job title, AFSC and unit of assignment. If willing to enlist/join, please indicate your willingness and ability to enlist. If you are enlisted in another state National Guard, indicate your willingness to complete ITS.

(2) Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted state issued driver’s license (from any state).Provide your driver’s license number, issuing state, license expiration date, and the full name specified on the license. (Do not provide a copy of your driver’s license.)

(3) Must have, or be eligible to obtain, and maintain a favorable T1 (NACI) Federal Background Investigation. If a selected candidate does not have a current favorable T1, as a condition of employment he/she must submit to the investigation process immediately upon hire/appointment.(At a minimum, a favorable suitability determination by the State Security Manager is required prior to appointment into this position.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Applicants must have18-months of specialized experience performing related to the duties as specified below. In your detailed, individualized responses describe your civilian and military education, training, and work experience as it relates to each KSA that demonstrated your related experience. KSA responses assist in verifying your qualifications and determining the best-qualified applicants.

Provide your individual responses in an attachment to your application addressing each requirement (1-5) separately.

(1) Skill and experience with mechanic calibration, working on engines or generators and making a variety of repairs.

(2) Basic knowledge of electronics principals and troubleshooting methods for electronic devices. (3) Ability to operate machinery such as backhoes, front-end loaders, fork lifts and tactical vehicles up to 5-tons.

(4) Ability to read and understand applicable technical manuals, publications and schematics.

(5) Ability to perform operator and organizational level maintenance on various types of military and civilian equipment and target lifters.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:Refer to the position description below.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

a. Each person hired will be required to provide verification of eligibility to work in the United States and may be subject to a criminal background check.

b. Refer to the position description for the Mandatory Requirements for this position.

c. Military Nonclassified employees are required to comply with military standards and wear the appropriate uniform.

d. Must be an enlisted member of the Idaho National Guard. Loss of military membership or compatible military grade/status will result in loss of employment.

e. The State of Idaho, Military Division is an Equal Opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), genetic information, political affiliation, marital status, and disability or age (which does not interfere with job accomplishment or job eligibility based upon the position description Mandatory Requirements). Appropriate consideration shall be given to veterans in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

PERSONNEL MANAGER CERTIFICATION:The title, series, grade, duties and responsibilities are complete and accurate as written and a current or projected vacancy exists as advertised.

Paula R. Edmiston Human Resource Manager Military Division – State Personnel Branch

Applications accepted online only (State employees should apply after logging in to Luma). If you are unable to apply online, please contact the HRO office by phone 208-801-4276 or email Monica at[email protected]to discuss alternative options.

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Idaho Military Division.

By submitting your application, you are certifying all answers and statements are true and complete to the best of your knowledge. You understand that should an investigation disclose untruthful or misleading answers, your application may be rejected, name removed from consideration, or employment with the State terminated.

JOB TITLE: RANGE MAINTENANCE WORKER

CLASS CODE NUMBER: 20198

SALARY GRADE: NGA-8

INTRODUCTION:This position is assigned to Range Facility Maintenance (RFM), Idaho Training Center (ITC), Orchard Range (OR), Idaho Army National Guard (IDARNG), functioning within the State of Idaho – Military Division. The primary purpose of this position is to perform as a member of a maintenance team operating and maintaining a remote target system. The incumbent performs preventive maintenance, repairs and services as necessary to facilitate the safe and effective training of personnel at the ITC-OR.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs range maintenance duties on a number of different types of military gunnery ranges to include: Multi-Purpose Range Complex (MPRC), Digital Multi-Purpose Range Complex (DMPRC), Digital Air-Ground Integration Range (DAGIR), Multi-Purpose Tank Ranges (MPTR), Combat Pistol Qualification Course (CPQC), Automated Record Fire (ARF) range, Heavy Sniper Range and Multi-Purpose Machine Gun (MPMG) range.

2. Performs organizational, direct, general, and field/shop level support maintenance on the Enhanced-Remoted Target System (E-RETS) target lifters and Infantry Target Mechanism (ITM). Performs the same level support maintenance on the Meggitt/Caswell remote radio frequency target lifters. These include the Stationary Armor Target (SAT), Moving Armor Target (MAT), Stationary Infantry Target (SIT), and Moving Infantry Target (MIT). Emplaces, tests and loads Battle Effects Simulators (BES). Tests, charges and installs 12/24-volt batteries used in the operation of range target mechanisms. Provides technical advice and assistance to lower graded employees in the performance of assigned duties.

3. Inspects, tests, services, adjusts, aligns, calibrates, installs, repairs, replaces, reconditions, troubleshoots, field tests and/or shop tests target mechanisms and hit sensor devices. Uses shop bench test mock-ups to test hydraulic and electrical/electronic meters, load banks, oscilloscope, logic probe, torque wrenches and pressure / compression gauges. Replaces and repairs defective hardware and parts such as relays, carburetor components (i.e., jets, float assemblies) switches, assemblies, cables, target elevating mechanisms, choke assemblies, hydraulic cylinders, gaskets, piping, valves, pumps, junction boxes, solenoids, electric motors, rectifiers, diodes, transformers, rheostats, transistors, capacitors, thermal panels and other components.

4. Fabricates and repairs electrical power/data cables, hit sensor cable assemblies, hard-wire control power distribution/switch devices. Performs routine welding repairs to metal mechanical target mounting devices. Uses oxygen-acetylene welder to join metal surfaces to repair live-fire damage. Employs, services and repairs 3Kw Honda generators.

5. Loads and unloads explosive Battle Effects Simulator devices. Performs Pre-Fire and Post-Fire maintenance by conducting fabrications and repairs to plastic, metal, wooden, fiberglass and cardboard targets following range gunnery exercises.

6. Operates computer keyboard console to activate target mechanisms and to perform maintenance. Operates two-way radio equipment and tactical vehicles up to 5-ton trucks to transport self, materials and others to worksites; operates construction equipment, such as backhoe’s front-end loaders and forklifts. Performs operator level PMCS on vehicles and equipment and maintains vehicle and equipment dispatches.

7. Removes and disassembles engines and major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, and fuel, oil subsystems of four stroke engines / generators. Makes the appropriate repairs, overhaul, or modifications in accordance with the proper repair specifications and procedures. Reassembles engines and other systems, and adjusts, tests, and reinstalls in equipment as necessary. May install pistons, sleeves, rings, bearings, rods, crankshafts, timing gears, and rocker arms.

8. Supports the organizational Safety and Occupational Health program.

9. Promotes a respectful workplace that complies with policies of the Adjutant General. Observes and ensures compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies and serves as a role model for the Whistleblower Protection Program, EEO, security and workplace safety practices, policies and regulations at all times. Maintains a safe and drug/alcohol free workplace.

10. Performs other related duties and projects as necessary or assigned.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: Works under general supervision of the Range Maintenance Team Supervisor, who provides work assignments and directs daily activities. Works in accordance with available drawings, technical orders or specifications. Acts independently or in a two-person team in the performance of day-to-day duties. Exercises considerable judgment regarding the methods and procedures for completing assignments. Responsible for knowing and judging the impact of repairs and for making further test and alignment to ensure the completed repairs are aligned and functioning properly. Supervisor is available to resolve unusual problems. Work is subject to spot checks for timeliness, adherence to range safety and the readiness status of target equipment and range operations.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: The incumbent’s contacts include military, civilian, federal technician and state employee personnel of the Idaho National Guard (IDNG)/Idaho Military Division (IMD) and the various activities visiting the Idaho Training Center, Orchard Range (ITC-OR).

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL EFFORT: Works inside and outside during all types of weather conditions. Requires standing and working for prolonged times on concrete floors and on ranges in rough and uneven terrain. Exposed to dangers of live fire ranges, pyrotechnics, laser frequencies, explosives, and wildlife to include snakes, spiders and badgers. May be exposed to sulfuric acid when handling batteries used in operating remote-controlled target devices. Physical effort requires frequent lifting, positioning, and carrying of target mechanisms, tools, and equipment weighing up to 105 pounds; items weighing in excess of 105 pounds normally involve more than one person. Work requires frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, working in cramped positions, and climbing up and down a steep flight of stairs of a control tower.

FLSA Overtime Code: C (Covered; time and one-half)

EEOC: F08 (Skilled Craft)

WCC: 7720

FEBRUARY 2024

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

*Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.