Automotive Technician

PeopleTec•Starke, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

PeopleTec is seeking an Automotive Technician to support its Camp Blanding, Florida location. The technician will perform limited diagnosis, routine repairs, and maintenance on heavy-duty mobile equipment and combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles. The role includes assisting higher-graded mechanics with repairs or overhauls of major systems, including internal combustion and turbine engines, transmissions, heavy-duty drivelines, and hydraulic utility systems and controls. The technician performs routine repairs by removing, adjusting, cleaning, or replacing worn or defective parts; follows applicable technical manuals, lubrication orders, maintenance bulletins, regulations, and management policies; and uses visual and auditory checks and basic test equipment to identify mechanical failures. Duties also include scheduled vehicle maintenance, repairs and servicing of Army motor vehicles, maintenance documentation, parts tracking, system troubleshooting, safety checks, and maintaining a clean work area while following PPE and environmental and hazardous-material procedures. The position requires travel to different locations, stated as 10% or less.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience as a Service Technician or Automotive Technician.
At least 12 months of experience or training using common hand and power tools and a small variety of test and measurement devices to make mechanical repairs.
Experience removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing a variety of parts, components, and accessories.
Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory as applied to vehicles, and the ability to replace, fit, install, and adjust components.
Understanding of the makeup and operation of vehicle systems and how those systems interrelate.
Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufacturers' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical skills.
Experience using hand and power tools to replace and repair parts.
Understanding of and ability to use diagnostic equipment.
Basic experience performing routine automotive maintenance tasks.
Ability to travel or perform temporary duty; travel is 10% or less.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
High school diploma or GED.
ASE certification.

Responsibilities

Perform automotive services, routine repairs, and maintenance on a variety of Army motor vehicles and other heavy-duty mobile equipment.
Assist higher-graded mechanics with repairs and overhauls of major vehicle systems.
Perform limited diagnosis of mechanical failures using visual and auditory checks and basic test equipment.
Remove, adjust, clean, replace, and install defective or worn parts, components, and accessories.
Perform scheduled maintenance services according to Army technical manuals.
Annotate service support work on appropriate service documents and complete maintenance and repair documentation.
Track parts usage and maintenance history using Army maintenance management systems and work orders.
Change oil, filters, fluids, belts, and hoses; lubricate moving parts; and inspect components for wear.
Conduct safety inspections and operational checks.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic problems and identify causes of vehicle malfunctions.
Use diagnostic computers, scan tools, multimeters, and other testing equipment.
Repair or replace engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, suspension, and driveline components.
Service diesel- and gasoline-powered vehicles.
Repair electrical systems, batteries, alternators, starters, and wiring.
Perform welding and fabrication when required.
Follow Army technical manuals and maintenance standards, and adhere to environmental and hazardous-material handling procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and use proper personal protective equipment.