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About the Air Force Test Center:
The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) is where tomorrow’s Air Force is tested! Long considered the “Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe”, AFTC is truly where Air Force superiority begins. Home to many Aerospace establishments and records, AFTC remains the state-of-the-art leader in Aerospace testing, and provides the warfighter with cutting-edge technology. AFTC does not only celebrate its past, but we continue to lead from the front. Join our team today and make Aerospace history!

About the Role:
The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor, (WS-4749-09) to work at the 412th Test Wing, 412th Civil Engineer Group, 412th Civil Engineer Squadron, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Element (412th CES/CEOIH) at Edwards Air Force Base.

In this position you will serve as the Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor, who will provide technical and administrative supervision over subordinate leaders, and workers in accomplishing trades and labor work of the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems (HVAC/R) Element and effective and efficient life-cycle operation, maintenance and repair of facilities and infrastructure. As a supervisor you will maintain and operate base-wide Civil Engineer customer interface via project planning, program development, design, project management contract execution and technical support. The Supervisor is responsible for planning/assigning weekly/monthly basis the use of subordinates, facilities, and materials.

The Supervisor participates with employees in the development of performance standards and rates employees, and recommends hiring, promotions or reassignments; identifies, arranges and provides developmental and training needs of employees; provides a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination, harassment and retaliation; addresses subordinate’s concerns, whether perceived or real and follows up with appropriate action to correct or eliminate tension in the workplace; supports the agency’s EEO program; utilizes safety and security practices following established rules and regulations to maintain a safe, clean and secure work environment. The Element Supervisor is responsible for all Safety and Compliance programs within the Element, to include Fall Protection, Lockout/Tagout, Hazardous Materials, Equipment and Computer Account management.


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Location: Edwards, CA (Edwards Air Force Base)
Typical 2025 salary range: $41.65 – $48.60 per hour (includes locality)
Telework Information: Position not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel possible

Direct Hire Authority: NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.

Desired Skills:
– Five years or more of experience as a supervisor in the HVAC field.
– Five years HVAC industrial or commercial field operations experience desired.
– Five years of pipefitting experience desired.
– Must have a journeyman level training as HVAC technician.

Major Duties:
– Serves as the secondary point of contact for all matters relevant to HVAC Systems.
– Ensures education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives, good safety, and health in all work areas.
– Assigns work to individuals and provides technical direction.
– Performs administration responsibilities. Advises employees of performance expectations and explains new work techniques, as required.
– Participates in employee and labor management matters with HR professionals.
– Delivers presentations on program status to leadership, including, accomplishments, solutions, and future requirements for support.

Qualifications/Requirements:
– U.S. Citizenship
– Obtain & maintain Security clearance.
– This is a designated Drug Testing Position
– Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical.
– The work will require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid state driver's license will be required for the position.
– May be required to participate as a member of the Group Control Center, Emergency Operations Center, and/or as Staff Duty Officer.
– Incumbent must maintain flight line driving certification.
– Emergency overtime may be required.
– The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
– May be required to participate in base contingency exercises.
– Shift work may be required.
– May be required to train/guide lower-graded (or other trades) military/civilian employees.
– Must obtain and maintain a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
– Certifications/Licensure – Position requires CFC/NCFC Certification (universal) as required by 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart F., EPA.
 

Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
– 11 Federal Holidays off per year
– Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year
– 13 sick days per year (104 hours)

Retirement:
– Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
– 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching

Health & Wellness:
– Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family
– Flexible Spending Account
– Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance

Work/Life Balance:
– Family and Medical Leave Act
– Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
– Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)

Career Development:
– Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities
– Career enhancement and promotion opportunities

To learn more about our benefits, please check out the AFTC Benefits Trifold at https://simplebooklet.com/230809aftcbenefitstrifold_v5_.

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Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.