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MSP Aviation GSE Technician

Recruitment #22-003790-0001

Introduction

It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure to LIST ALL EXPERIENCE FULLY AND ACCURATELY may cause the candidate to be rejected.

PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.

  • The application is part of the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the selection process.
  • Clearly describe your qualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that you fail to indicate.
  • Do not leave any answer spaces blank; if a question does not apply, write "N/A". 
  • Although you may attach a resume to further describe your qualification, it does not substitute for completing the application form. An incomplete application form may result in disqualification. Do NOT write "see resume" in your work history or responses to supplemental questions. 
  •  Failure to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification. 
  •  Read the Job Announcement carefully for specific filing instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.

GRADE

MSPAM 0001

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland State Police
Aviation Command  
3023 Strawberry Point Road  
Baltimore, MD 21220

Main Purpose of Job

A Maryland State Police (MSP) Aviation Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Technician is the full-performance level of technical work engaged in servicing and maintaining, keeping in good order, all Ground Service Equipment. Employees in this classification keep the Aviation Command with safe and reliable equipment that meets all local and governing laws.

POSITION DUTIES

Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on all Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to include tugs, tractors, forklifts, tow bars, ground power units, hydraulic power units, maintenance stands and other equipment assigned to the Command. 

Performs troubleshooting and diagnostic assessments of GSE as required. Removes malfunctioning GSE from service and ensures GSE is not returned to service until malfunction has been properly diagnosed and repaired. 

 

Schedules periodic maintenance for GSE and completes all maintenance and repair documentation. 

Transports GSE to and from outsourced service/repair facilities and Command Locations. 

Maintains knowledge of repair manuals for GSE. 

Tracks inventory of parts and tools needed for repairs and maintenance. 

Operates and drives all types of GSE equipment- motorized and non-motorized, including motor vehicles. 

Responds to emergency service calls as well as accidents involving GSE.

 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.  

Experience: Three years of experience working in the mechanical field.

Note: Candidates may substitute the successful completion of a mechanical education at an accredited trade school for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Performed preventive maintenance on Ground Service Equipment. 
2. Knowledge of Hydraulic Systems.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle, therefore will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Applicants for positions with the Department of Maryland State Police will be subject to a complete criminal background investigation and a polygraph examination before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the applicant.

2. Some positions in this classification are assigned duties which will require the individual to be examined by a physician. After an offer of employment, applicants for such positions will be given a medical examination to certify the ability to perform the essential job functions. 

3. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24 hour basis, and therefore, will be required to provide the employer with a phone number where they can be reached. Working weekends and holidays is required.  Employee also subject to emergency call out. This is an Emergency Essential Employee. 

4. Employees in this classification must have access to an automobile for use on official business in the event a State vehicle cannot be provided. Standard mileage allowance will be paid for use of a privately owned vehicle. 

5. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included for further evaluation. The evaluation will include rating your application based on education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physical examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to uploading one file.  As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file.

If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be found online.  

Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to: 

Maryland State Police, Aviation Command 
3023 Strawberry Point Road 
Middle River, MD 21230 
Attn: Christina Blake

Contact Information: christina.blake@maryland.gov

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay 

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. 

It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.



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