Automotive Worker

Amentum•Texarkana, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive Worker performs routine and preventive maintenance, repairs, and modifications under the direct supervision of a Mechanic. Work includes minor vehicle servicing and repairs, assisting with major overhauls, replacing fluids and components, supporting basic structural repair and fabrication, maintaining tools and equipment, and cleaning work areas. The position is based in a shop environment at Red River Army Depot. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of wheel or track vehicle repair experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to read, write, and speak English. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen and government background check, obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization, and be U.S. citizens for facility credentials at this location. Work may be on any shift, including weekends and additional hours as needed. The shop is loud and noisy, and some equipment has exposed moving components. The position requires standing and bending for extended periods; pushing and testing vehicles and heavy objects; routine lifting up to 50 pounds; regular handling, grasping, kneeling, and carrying; and constant vision and mental alertness. Safety glasses and hearing protection are occasionally required. Employees are also responsible for complying with safety, quality, operational, and environmental requirements and completing applicable training and emergency-response responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
At least one year of wheel or track vehicle repair experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen and government background check.
Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization; U.S. citizenship is required for credentials and authorization at this work location.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Availability to work any shift and willingness to work weekends and other hours as needed.
Ability to stand and bend for long periods; push and test vehicles and heavy objects; routinely lift up to 50 pounds; and regularly handle, grasp, kneel, and carry.
Constant vision and mental alertness; occasional use of safety glasses and hearing protection.
Registration with the United States Selective Service is required for covered individuals to access Red River Army Depot.
Read, understand, and implement applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental plans, procedures, and policies.

Responsibilities

Assist a mechanic with servicing, adjusting, and replacing parts using common hand tools.
Remove inspection plates, panels, cowling, engine covers, floorboards, and related items to provide access for inspection and repair, and replace them when work is completed.
Perform routine maintenance and preventive maintenance, including adjusting brakes; servicing or replacing batteries; replacing or rotating tires; replacing windshield wipers and similar minor parts; and replacing engine, transmission, and differential fluids.
Assist with major overhauls by disassembling and cleaning parts, repairing components such as generators and water pumps, and replacing thermostats, electrical wiring, and other items.
Check, clean, and replace plugs, oil filters, and air filters.
Assist with basic structural repair and fabrication of small assemblies, electrical wiring, and removal and installation of access panels, components, and accessories.
Furnish materials, tools, and supplies to mechanics and lift or hold materials in place during maintenance operations.
Clean interior and exterior parts and assemblies with solvents or other cleaning solutions; wash and clean equipment as directed.
Fill fuel tanks, cells, and oil reservoirs, and lubricate equipment using a grease gun.
Maintain tools and equipment and clean work areas.
Drive or transport equipment to be serviced and repaired when needed.
Comply with applicable safety, quality, operational, and environmental requirements; complete required training and fulfill applicable self-aid/buddy-aid and emergency-response responsibilities.
Perform other position-related duties as assigned or requested.