Munitions Technician

Munitions Technician

Principal Accountabilities

• Consistently observes and enforces all USAF and host nation explosives safety, AFOSH and security standards during all explosives and non-explosives operations in assigned sites and temporary duty locations.
• In the event of an emergency, takes necessary control and timely response actions.
• Conducts all munitions work according to established quality processes, identifying potential problems and recommending solutions.
• Reconditions, repairs and replaces defective or missing parts of munitions and containers.
• Performs munitions storage actions according to the stringent explosives standards.
• Conducts warehouse inventories and corrects any discrepancies.
• Works closely with operations personnel to resolve any serviceability and accountability issues noted during warehouse operations.
• Prepares and configures munitions shipments for air, sea and surface transportation.
• Uploads/downloads trucks with incoming and outgoing munitions shipments.
• Assists inspecting munitions in accordance with 11A-1-10 and applicable technical orders.
• Assists inspecting munitions brass, residue and containers in accordance with 11A-1-60.
• Operates assigned TICMS as is applicable to Site's processes.
• Inspects, operates and performs maintenance on light vehicles and handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and manual hoists.
• Inspects and operates metal strapping equipment, stencil machines, heat sealers, pneumatic paint guns, air compressors and power tools.
• Inspects and performs minor maintenance on facilities and installed equipment. Cleans vehicles, equipment and facilities.
• Crew Chiefs operations, provides clear instructions about the work to assigned crew members.
• Prepares and delivers general and explosives safety briefings.
• If qualified, uploads/downloads trucks with incoming and outgoing munitions shipments and transports them to/from flightline holding areas, along with transporting munitions to support daily operations within the department.
• Works necessary hours, to include stand-by duties, to support mission requirements during peacetime and combat contingencies.
• Performs required actions in TICMS utilizing the "Receiver" role.
• Performs entry-controller duties as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Works in normal office and maintenance shop or warehouse environment and may be required to work outdoors for extended periods.