Automotive Mechanic -Full Performance

Amentum•Falls Church, VA

4d•$37 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive Mechanic performs all levels of maintenance on a fleet of vehicles, trucks, buses, tow trucks, training vehicles, emergency vehicles, and other heavy or specialized equipment. The role supports fleet readiness by carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnosing and repairing malfunctions, identifying parts and supplies, assisting with procurement, and preparing written estimates of repair costs and labor time. The mechanic also provides technical guidance to other mechanics and coordinates work priorities and coverage with government staff. The position involves customer communication about vehicle status and repair needs, responding to emergency road calls, road-testing vehicles, conducting state safety and emissions inspections, and maintaining an organized, safe, and efficient government-facility maintenance shop. The mechanic must comply with OSHA requirements and shop procedures, and may make recommendations about shop procedures for government approval. The role requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph; U.S. citizenship is required to maintain that clearance. Work is usually performed indoors on concrete surfaces, with exposure to drafts, noise, vehicle fumes, dirt, dust, grease, and potential burns, chemical irritation, shocks, bruises, cuts, and strains. Work outside in adverse weather may occur occasionally. Safety practices and equipment, including safety shoes, glasses, and respirators, are used to reduce workplace hazards. This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position covered by the Service Contract Act. The listed compensation is $37.00–$40.00 per hour. Health and welfare payments may be available under SCA provisions, with the amount depending on selected benefits. Benefits listed include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; retirement benefits including 401(k) matching; educational reimbursement; parental leave; employee stock purchase plan; tax-saving options; disability and life insurance; and pet insurance. Benefits may vary by employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Requirements

Active Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government clearance with polygraph; U.S. citizenship is required to maintain the clearance.
Five years of experience diagnosing problems, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of light, medium, heavy, or specialized automotive and other heavy equipment.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Extensive knowledge of motor vehicle operating systems and of practices and tools used to maintain and diagnose vehicles and equipment.
Considerable knowledge of computer, electrical, transistorized, and other non-mechanical systems and how they affect mechanical systems.
Considerable knowledge of tools, equipment, test procedures, and practices used to repair and perform preventive maintenance on fleet and training vehicles.
Excellent interpersonal and customer-service skills.
Good IT skills, familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel, and comfort working in maintenance-related databases; working knowledge of computers, Access, and the MS Office Suite.
Experience diagnosing complex mechanical and related malfunctions.
Proficiency in organizing and reading technical manuals, references, specifications, and service and recall bulletins.
Written communication skills sufficient to prepare routine correspondence, maintenance logs, and order forms.
Understanding of how to operate a forklift, power tools, wrenches, diagnostic equipment, and jacks.
Ability to prioritize and schedule multiple work requirements and flexibility in work schedule.
Representational skills to interact with outside vendors.
Working knowledge of diesel mechanics.
Understanding of how to fabricate simple parts and experience welding basic items.
Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License with P endorsement within six months of employment.
Ability to pass a two-day government-provided forklift certification class.
Virginia Safety State Inspection Certificate within six months of deployment to the customer site.
Virginia Emission Inspections Certificate.
Air Conditioning Certification.
Class A Commercial Driver's License; depending on assignment, a P endorsement and/or double and air-brakes endorsements may be required within six months of deployment to the customer site.
Obtain and maintain a valid Forklift Operator's certificate every two years.
Provide ASE certification to the COTR within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Depending on specific position requirements, one or more of the following may be required: five or more National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications; an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) master certificate; major automobile manufacturer certification; a major manufacturer college co-op program credential such as GM ASEP, Ford Asset, or MOPAR CAP; ASE-T and/or ASE Master.

Responsibilities

Coordinate maintenance activities and provide technical direction and supervision to developmental contractor personnel.
Coordinate with the government staff focal point regarding maintenance priorities, available funding, and mechanic or technical personnel coverage.
Oversee shop functions when the supervisor is away.
Determine within prescribed value limits whether major components or assemblies should be replaced, repaired, rebuilt, or discarded.
Assist with purchasing parts and services needed to maintain fleet and training vehicles, and prepare written estimates of repair costs and labor time.
Execute preventive maintenance programs for vehicles and equipment.
Provide technical advice and assistance to developmental and full-performance mechanics and others on new, difficult, or complex jobs.
Keep customers and government management informed about vehicle status and necessary repairs.
Perform corrective maintenance and repairs on fleet, training, emergency, heavy-equipment, and other assigned vehicles and equipment.
Inspect, diagnose, and isolate vehicle and equipment malfunctions; troubleshoot and locate defects and causes of mechanical problems.
Repair vehicles and equipment or recommend replacement to ensure they are safe and dependable.
Use onboard computer diagnostic systems and other test equipment to test automotive computer-control and emission systems and analyze machinery malfunctions.
Operate wheel-balancing equipment and turning and grinding equipment to service brake drums, discs, and rotor assemblies.
Perform engine tune-ups and set engine timing according to specifications.
Adjust ballistic armor on certain vehicles using manufacturer-specified techniques and procedures, as required.
Perform state vehicle safety and emissions inspections on sponsor-owned vehicles.
Perform administrative and other functions related to wheeled-vehicle and equipment maintenance, as assigned.
Identify parts, equipment, and supplies needed for repairs and preventive maintenance.
Respond to emergency road calls for disabled Agency vehicles; make minor adjustments or arrange towing to the Motor Pool.
Obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License with a P endorsement within six months of employment and safely drive a wrecker to tow disabled Agency vehicles, trucks, and buses.
Road-test vehicles as needed to verify maintenance and repair work.
Respond promptly to emails and telephone calls and ensure vehicles and support are provided for customers.
Perform other related duties as required or directed by government management staff.
Maintain a highly organized, clean, and efficient maintenance shop at a government facility.
Comply with OSHA regulations for waste disposal and follow shop standard operating procedures.
Recommend shop standard operating procedure changes to the government focal point and implement them when approved.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) matching
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Potential additional health and welfare payment for each hour worked under SCA provisions