AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC

Job Title

Air Force Reserve Technician

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Force Reserve Technician (ART) to test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify aircraft pneudraulic systems and to provide training to reservists in accomplishment of tasks set forth therein.

DUTIES:

• Conducts scheduled/unscheduled maintenance and periodic inspections on all pneudraulically operated systems on/off aircraft in accordance with established procedures.
• Troubleshoots all hydraulic systems on both local and transient aircraft. Using portable test equipment diagnoses any malfunctions. Disassembles systems to extent needed, makes adjustments or repairs, and replaces parts or entire systems to correct any malfunctions.
• Makes initial technical order changes and follow-ups by bench tests. Disassembles pneudraulic systems by removing covers, poppets, springs, cam seals, pistons, valves and valve seats.
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures and complies with security regulations, directives, and policies. Uses personal protective equipment and complies with all appropriate safety and health directives.
• Controls tools. Ensures tools are properly marked, calibrated (if necessary), and are secured when area is unattended.
• Certifies work produced under the USAF Technical Order Program. As required, verifies and certifies work processes and procedures of certified coworkers and trainees and adequacy of work accomplished.