Summary IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is open to current on-board Title 5 and Title 32 employees of the 132d Wing, Des Moines, Iowa Air National Guard. Military membership is required. LOCATION: 132d Wing, Des Moines, Iowa Responsibilities As a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC, WG-5378-11 your duties are below. Serves as shop chief exercising first level supervisory responsibility for control over work operations involving one or two subordinate AGR/technicians and three to five drill status guardsmen (DSG).The occupation and grade level which best reflect the nature of the overall work operation supervised is Powered Support Systems Mechanic WG-5378-10.Plans work schedules and sequence of operations for subordinates. Establishes shop deadlines and priorities on the basis of work schedules, methods, procedures, and priorities established by higher levels of supervision. Selects workers and assigns tasks to be performed. Explains work requirements, methods and procedures: instructs subordinates in new procedures; and provides advice when problems arise. Schedules and approves leave of subordinates. Recommends performance requirements and makes formal and informal performance appraisals. Counsels employees on problems; adjusts informal complaints through discussion with employees. Assures safety and security procedures are observed. Schedules and conducts on-the-job training and production work to be accomplished by DSG. Determines training aids and other reference data needed for training on drill weekends, and, as necessary, supplements or modifies existing guidance and training materials in order to meet training objectives. Evaluates effectiveness of training by observation and written oral examinations. Tailors production work assignments to be accomplished by drill status guardsmen based on their level of proficiency which normally ranges from apprentice to journeyman level. Maintains required training records. Adjusts work plans, assignments and methods as necessary to accomplish the work as effectively and economically as feasible. Installs, operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects aircraft arresting barriers, electrical power production plants and equipment, and uninterruptible power systems. Performs other duties as assigned. D0214 Requirements Conditions of Employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 09/11/2025 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment. Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS. Military Rank Requirements: ENLISTED MEMBERS (E-5 to E-7) Qualifications In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of mechanical maintenance work; ability to read and use technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams and schematics, and skill in the use of equipment and hand tools used in troubleshooting, testing, and repairing equipment. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: WG-5378-11: Must have experience in the following: Experience or training removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts, components, and accessories. Experience which provided working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to powered support equipment and systems; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments. Experience which provided working knowledge of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships. Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics. Education Additional Information ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable. Please contact your Education Office prior to accepting a position with the Iowa Army National Guard. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. If you are a male applicant 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 are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).