Gunsmith I

• Gunsmiths ensure firearms are properly maintained and lubricated to ensure optimal performance and longevity. They need a thorough understanding of different types of firearms, their mechanics, and safety protocols.
• Technicians will also be responsible for providing their own tools.
• 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.
• Assists military unit personnel, inspection teams, and equipment specialists as required in all aspects of small arms repair, maintenance and problem solving.
• Strong knowledge of firearm mechanics, including assembly and disassembly processes
• Strong communication skills for effective customer interaction.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fastpaced environment.
• 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.
• 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.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent legal resident with oral and written fluency in the English language.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver’s license.
• Must undergo preemployment background screening and drug testing.
• Must be able to obtain a DoD Common Access Card within first 90 calendar days of employment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven problemsolving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges and finding solutions.
• Working knowledge (proficient) of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fastpaced, deadlinedriven environment.
• Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift, push, pull, a minimum of 40 pounds, stooping, bending, squatting, reaching, and repetitive hand motions (e.g. frequently using screwdrivers, wrenches, and other handtools).

Desired Qualifications:

• Ideal candidate will have completed prerequisite training for Army Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 91F Small Arms/Artillery Repair
• Attendance at a formal onetotwoyear accredited inhouse gunsmithing course or 13 years of Gun Smith I experience.
• Be thoroughly familiar with the US Technical manuals (TMs)