ARTILLERY REPAIRER (Title 32)
U.S. Army, Benton, AR, United States
National Guard Title 32 Exception Service Position
This National Guard position is for an ARTILLERY REPAIRER (Title 32), Position Description Number D1223000 and is part of the AR ARNG CSMS, National Guard.
Duties
(1)
Performs a wide variety of repair, rebuild, modification, inspection, and testing of self‑propelled artillery, towed artillery, turret‑mounted weapon systems, and associated mechanisms such as loading, firing and recoil mechanisms, turret hydraulic systems, drive controllers, oil gears, oil pumps, elevating and traversing mechanisms, hydraulic systems and simple electrical systems. Operates various component parts to determine serviceability and to localize malfunctions to determine extent of corrective adjustments and repair procedures required. Removes and disassembles weapon assemblies for repair, replacement or overhaul. Replaces unserviceable or non‑repairable parts. Observes action of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components for evidence of abnormal operations. Performs gas‑pressure tests and pre‑firing checks and adjustments. Measures cannon bores for wear and erosion using comparison gauge, borescope, and pullover gauge. Reassembles and installs assemblies on weapons and turret mechanisms. Performs final tests and adjustments to ensure that equipment is operating within the prescribed limits and tolerances.
(2)
Works on complete artillery pieces or a wide variety of major components, complex assemblies and systems. Works on major assemblies such as gun tubes, breeches, carriages, mounts, turrets, elevating, traversing, loading and control systems. Decides which parts and mechanisms can be re‑worked, refitted or replaced. Performs adjustments and alignments as required. Assembles, adjusts, installs, aligns and meshes recoil systems, hydraulic rammers, traversing mechanisms and similar major components.
(3)
Traces circuits by referring to schematic diagrams and visually inspects circuits for faulty insulation, poor electrical contacts and broken or worn electrical components. Uses test equipment and analyzes continuity of circuits. Repairs or replaces circuits. Employs applicable test, measuring and diagnostic equipment in conjunction with technical publications and prior knowledge to diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions.
(4)
May serve as a commodity inspector during Command Maintenance Management evaluations (COMET) or as a member of a Maintenance Assistance Instruction Team (MAIT).
(5)
Performs other duties as assigned.
Eligibility and Military Requirements National Guard membership is required.
If you are not currently a member of any military service, please provide a letter stating intent to join.
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to placement.
This exception service position requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state’s National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below.
Military Grades (Enlisted)
Minimum Grade – E‑1/ PVT
Maximum Grade – E‑7/ SFC
Compatible Military Assignments
Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard.
Additional Requirements
Individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position; failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment.
A pre‑placement physical is required if not already current.
Upon selection, must complete mandatory full‑time support (FTS) training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment, if applicable.
Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion. Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed may apply but must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO.
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Duties
(1)
Performs a wide variety of repair, rebuild, modification, inspection, and testing of self‑propelled artillery, towed artillery, turret‑mounted weapon systems, and associated mechanisms such as loading, firing and recoil mechanisms, turret hydraulic systems, drive controllers, oil gears, oil pumps, elevating and traversing mechanisms, hydraulic systems and simple electrical systems. Operates various component parts to determine serviceability and to localize malfunctions to determine extent of corrective adjustments and repair procedures required. Removes and disassembles weapon assemblies for repair, replacement or overhaul. Replaces unserviceable or non‑repairable parts. Observes action of electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical components for evidence of abnormal operations. Performs gas‑pressure tests and pre‑firing checks and adjustments. Measures cannon bores for wear and erosion using comparison gauge, borescope, and pullover gauge. Reassembles and installs assemblies on weapons and turret mechanisms. Performs final tests and adjustments to ensure that equipment is operating within the prescribed limits and tolerances.
(2)
Works on complete artillery pieces or a wide variety of major components, complex assemblies and systems. Works on major assemblies such as gun tubes, breeches, carriages, mounts, turrets, elevating, traversing, loading and control systems. Decides which parts and mechanisms can be re‑worked, refitted or replaced. Performs adjustments and alignments as required. Assembles, adjusts, installs, aligns and meshes recoil systems, hydraulic rammers, traversing mechanisms and similar major components.
(3)
Traces circuits by referring to schematic diagrams and visually inspects circuits for faulty insulation, poor electrical contacts and broken or worn electrical components. Uses test equipment and analyzes continuity of circuits. Repairs or replaces circuits. Employs applicable test, measuring and diagnostic equipment in conjunction with technical publications and prior knowledge to diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions.
(4)
May serve as a commodity inspector during Command Maintenance Management evaluations (COMET) or as a member of a Maintenance Assistance Instruction Team (MAIT).
(5)
Performs other duties as assigned.
Eligibility and Military Requirements National Guard membership is required.
If you are not currently a member of any military service, please provide a letter stating intent to join.
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to placement.
This exception service position requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state’s National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below.
Military Grades (Enlisted)
Minimum Grade – E‑1/ PVT
Maximum Grade – E‑7/ SFC
Compatible Military Assignments
Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard.
Additional Requirements
Individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position; failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment.
A pre‑placement physical is required if not already current.
Upon selection, must complete mandatory full‑time support (FTS) training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment, if applicable.
Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion. Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed may apply but must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO.
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