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Introduction
The pay is competitive with private industry, the benefits are far better and chances for career advancement are good. As a Traditional Reservist, you pick where you want to live, and that is where you serve. The Reserve offers part-time and also full-time jobs as Air Reserve Technicians (ARTs) and Active Guard Reserve (AGR). Other Reservists, Individual Mobilized Augmentee (IMAs), with specialized skills work according to tailored schedules at designated locations. On-the-job training and continuing education on all levels is encouraged by the Air Force Reserve. Special experiences, such as those gained by aviation mechanics, can help Reservists qualify for special licenses, such as FAA licenses, at little or no cost.
By design, the Air Force Reserve is constantly rebuilding itself and is always in need of good people. From time to time, there are acute shortages of people in certain areas, and these critical needs are indicated for each unit on this website.
Jobs available at Grissom ARB
Enlisted Positions
WATER AND FUEL SYSTEMS [bonus]
In this job, you will be an active participant in maintaining a clean environment. You will operate, maintain, and repair water collection, supply, and treatment plants and systems; and wastewater treatment plants and systems. You will perform analysis on water and wastewater samples to comply with Environmental Protection Agency guidance. Also, training will be given in the operation and setting up of field water purification units as well as field water distribution systems and waste water collection and disposal. Your civilian equivalent would be a municipal water/waste water treatment plant operator.
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AEROSPACE MAINTENANCE [bonus]
Download PDF BrochureYou will perform scheduled inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance on aircraft and aircraft installed equipment. Prior to flight, you will inspect and perform various functional checks of the aircraft as well as ensure that the aircraft has been properly serviced with fuel, hydraulic fluid and liquid oxygen. After flight, you will be responsible for ensuring the aircraft is still in "operationally ready" condition. You will maintain and repair all parts of the aircraft, performing general mechanical work as opposed to working on a particular system or subsystem.
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Download PDF BrochureYou will perform scheduled inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance on aircraft and aircraft installed equipment. Prior to flight, you will inspect and perform various functional checks of the aircraft as well as ensure that the aircraft has been properly serviced with fuel, hydraulic fluid and liquid oxygen. After flight, you will be responsible for ensuring the aircraft is still in "operationally ready" condition. You will maintain and repair all parts of the aircraft, performing general mechanical work as opposed to working on a particular system or subsystem.
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AIRCRAFT ELECTRICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS [bonus]
Download PDF BrochureIn this job, you will be working on virtually every electrical and environmental (E & E) system on the aircraft. These systems include landing gear, anti-skid and nose steering, electronic engine control, ignition and starting, lighting, master caution and warning, flight control, cabin pressurization, air conditioning, etc.
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Download PDF BrochureIn this job, you will be working on virtually every electrical and environmental (E & E) system on the aircraft. These systems include landing gear, anti-skid and nose steering, electronic engine control, ignition and starting, lighting, master caution and warning, flight control, cabin pressurization, air conditioning, etc.
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AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEMS [bonus]
Download PDF BrochureAircraft have fuel systems similar to automobiles, but more complex. Aircraft fuel tanks are large enough for people to enter and you will work inside and outside of fuel tanks to remove, repair, inspect, install, and modify aircraft fuel systems, including integral fuel and water cell tanks, bladder cells, and external tanks.
You will advise on aircraft fuel systems removal, repair, and installation maintenance procedures and policies. You will diagnose fuel system and component malfunctions and recommend corrective actions and/or resolve problems.
In this job, you will perform maintenance on fuel tanks and cells by removing, repairing, and/or replacing malfunctioning components. Your job will also be to inspect aircraft fuel systems maintenance activities. Additionally, you will be responsible for cleaning fuel cells and tanks, and inspecting for foreign objects, corrosion, cell deterioration, and fungus.
You will learn about internal hardware such as valves, interconnects, lines, gauges, controls, pumps, and other attachments. You will also learn about sealing techniques and materials, layout drawing use, interpreting technical publications and concepts, and applications of maintenance directives. back to top
Download PDF BrochureAircraft have fuel systems similar to automobiles, but more complex. Aircraft fuel tanks are large enough for people to enter and you will work inside and outside of fuel tanks to remove, repair, inspect, install, and modify aircraft fuel systems, including integral fuel and water cell tanks, bladder cells, and external tanks.You will advise on aircraft fuel systems removal, repair, and installation maintenance procedures and policies. You will diagnose fuel system and component malfunctions and recommend corrective actions and/or resolve problems.
In this job, you will perform maintenance on fuel tanks and cells by removing, repairing, and/or replacing malfunctioning components. Your job will also be to inspect aircraft fuel systems maintenance activities. Additionally, you will be responsible for cleaning fuel cells and tanks, and inspecting for foreign objects, corrosion, cell deterioration, and fungus.
You will learn about internal hardware such as valves, interconnects, lines, gauges, controls, pumps, and other attachments. You will also learn about sealing techniques and materials, layout drawing use, interpreting technical publications and concepts, and applications of maintenance directives. back to top
MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT PRODUCTION [bonus]
Plans, schedules and organizes use and maintenance of aircraft, engines, munitions, missiles, space systems, aerospace ground equipment (AGE), and associated support systems. Documents and maintains aircraft, engines, missiles, munitions, AGE, and associated support systems records.
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PEST MANAGEMENT [bonus]
Performs integrated pest management functions. Conducts pest management surveys. Determines pest management actions needed to control and prevent infestations of plant and animal pests. Interacts and coordinates with medical activities to control health hazards. Selects chemicals and operates pesticide dispersal equipment. Provides maximum benefits consistent with environmental protection parameters. Ensures compliance with applicable laws and directives.
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ENGINEERING [bonus]
In the field of engineering you will be responsible for directing and performing civil engineering design, drafting, surveying, and contract surveillance to support Air Force facility construction and maintenance programs. You will prepare Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings, specifications, and cost estimates, operating and maintaining Geographic Information Systems (GIS), as well as utilizing surveying technology to include Global Positioning system (GPS). You will perform drafting duties that include interpretation of rough engineering sketches in order to produce working drawings using CAD techniques and produce architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical drawings. Additional responsibilities include updating Base Comprehensive Plans (BCP) and the maintenance of record drawings, as well as plotting and reproducing drawings.
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Officer Positions
CHAPLAIN [bonus]
Develops and administers Chaplain Service policies and procedures, including plans and operations, readiness management, Chaplain Service manpower, budgetary and fiscal management, chaplain facility repair, modification, and construction. Manages resources to provide professional religious support needed to accomplish the mission of the US Air Force and maintain the highest degree of effectiveness and readiness. Advises commanders on religious, ethical, moral, morale, and quality of life matters.
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