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Gunsmith I
Maintain and repair various firearms for military units on Joint Base Lewis McChord.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Will also be responsible for unscheduled and scheduled maintenance of a variety of automatic and semiautomatic Perform repair work on weapon system components such as firing pins, springs, trigger mechanisms, shell ejectors, sights, bolts, stocks, hammers, barrels, etc. • Technicians will also be responsible for providing their own tools. • They select tools, replace worn or damaged parts, and adjust assembled weapons to meet the requirements set out in their instructions and written work orders. • Gunsmiths ensure firearms are properly maintained and lubricated to ensure optimal performance and longevity. • Assists military unit personnel, inspection teams, and equipment specialists as required in all aspects of small arms repair, maintenance and problem solving.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸weapon repair
- ▸scheduled maintenance
- ▸tool provision
- ▸parts replacement
- ▸lubrication
- ▸inspection support
What You Bring
• Must be a U.S citizen. • Attendance at a formal one-to-two-year accredited in-house gun-smithing. course or 1-3 years of Gunsmith I experience. • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. • Ideal candidate will have completed prerequisite training for Army Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 91F • Small Arms/Artillery Repair. • Must be able to obtain a CAC within 90 days of hire. • Need to use knowledge of technical manuals, specification sheets, and drawings to determine operation, assembly, and tolerances of a variety of small arms subassemblies and parts, such as gas cylinder assemblies, adjustable sights, trigger assemblies, or bolt assemblies. • Be thoroughly familiar with the US Technical manuals (TMs). • Valid drivers license. • Strong communication skills for effective customer interaction. • They need a thorough understanding of different types of firearms, their mechanics, and safety protocols. • Strong knowledge of firearm mechanics, including assembly and disassembly processes. • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Requirements
- ▸gunsmithing
- ▸mos 91f
- ▸us tms
- ▸firearm mechanics
- ▸cac
- ▸high school
Work Environment
Onsite