Description:
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a MOBILE EQUIPMENT METAL WORKER, Position Description Number D1216000 and is part of the KS Maneuver And Training Equipment Site, Fort Riley, KS, Kansas Army National Guard.
Requirements:
Military Grades: E1 through E7
Compatible Military Assignments: Immaterial
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which has provided a knowledge of mobile body construction; and the skill to remove, fabricate, reshape and replace or repair such damage as, dents, tears, wrinkles, cuts and creases by cutting, knocking out, welding, filling and sanding.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have experience or training which has provided knowledge of mobile equipment construction and how all components and parts are installed and determine the total extent of damage and repair alternatives. Experience in the use of gas, arc, and welding equipment to cut out damaged or deteriorated areas, remove rusted nuts and bolts, strengthen brackets and braces, weld simple cuts and breaks, and apply heat to bend, reshape damaged areas. Experience in the use of trade equipment. Experience applying body filler to build up depressed areas, and the skill to smooth by grinding and sanding, until the contour is uniform with the adjoining areas. Experience applying primers paint with brush or spray gun, gravity feed and HVLP (high volume low pressure) equipment. Experience in mathematical calculations and scribe patterns in the fabrication of wood or metal parts having straight lines or irregular curves.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Performs frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, and handling of objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and occasionally involving heavier objects. Requires prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, and climbing. Frequently reaches in hard-to-get-at places and works in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is usually performed on concrete floors in shop areas around machinery. Exposed to dirt, dust, grease, odors, smoke, gases, and high noise levels. Sanding, grinding, or welding duties require the wearing of goggles, respirator, welding mask, apron, or gloves. Exposed to possible burns, eye injury from infrared and ultra violet rays, and cuts, bruises, abrasions, and electric shock.