AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic

As an Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic you will serve as a Pneudraulic Svstem Mechanic within a fuel systems shop responsible for inspection, repair and maintenance of aircraft fuel cells, water injection, entidetonant (ADI), and inflight refueling systems; utilize extensive knowledge of fuel systems maintenance practices and procedures, incumbent troubleshoots the systems and determines extent and type of preventive and/or repair maintenance required and performs all necessary repairs, installation, and operational checks.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside and outside, in very confining spaces, in inclement weather, on icy and slippery ramps, aircraft surfaces and work stands, and in temperature and humidity extremes. Subject to the dangers from exposure to toxic fumes, high pressure air and fluids, fast actuating metal aircraft surfaces such as landing gears, speed brakes, missile doers and flaps; engine noise, heat blast, intake suction: rotating propellers; explosive munitions; electrical voltage, cartridge actuating devices: liquid oxygen, fire or explosion of aircraft fuels, lubricants, paints and solvents. Physical efforts involve climbing. stooping, standing, stretching, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Requires moderate to strenuous physical exertion. Lifts heavy equipment and components weighing from 20 to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Subject to the dangers of skin irritation from aviation fuels, lubricants and solvents.

Department of the Air Force